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Is a Contested Divorce for You?
If you are dealing with divorce, you’ve probably heard the term “contested divorce” and how you should try to avoid one. A contested divorce occurs when spouses do not reach an agreement on the most important issues of a divorce. This may include a disagreement on the grounds for the divorce, custody, visitation, child support,…
Read MoreWhat are the 5 Advantages of an Uncontested Divorce?
Divorce is already an emotional rollercoaster, and when partners cannot agree on the terms, the problems seem insurmountable. It’s so important to try to come to a middle ground where both parties are comfortable with points like shared custody, the sharing of assets, and finances. When partners agree on these important terms, they have an…
Read MoreWhat is a Contested Divorce?
As you think about, or begin the divorce process, you’ve probably heard the words “contested divorce”. This may leave you wondering, what the heck is a contested divorce? Aren’t most divorces adversarial by nature? (Things are ending and chances are you don’t agree on things, terms, or who will get the cat.) If so, isn’t…
Read MoreWhat Happens in a Contested Divorce?
Whether you’re thinking about getting a divorce or have started the process, knowing what happens in a contested divorce is a key first step in determining how you should proceed. Your friends, family, and colleagues might have said divorce is time-consuming, expensive, and emotional. This can be true if it is a contested divorce. Both…
Read MoreWhat is a Contested Divorce?
When making the decision to divorce, it can be uncomfortable, overwhelming, and downright scary. During a period of time in which you need wise counsel and support from loved ones, it is commonplace to be bombarded with the divorce horror stories of others, which then restrict your ability to make a truly informed decision that…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between an Uncontested and Contested Divorce?
When most people think of divorce, they think of conflict. After all, that is the image of divorce that we see time and time again. According to pop culture, it seems like the only way to call it quits is to engage in an expensive, lengthy, and stressful fight in which nobody really wins. According…
Read MoreOnline Divorce Services: What’s Available to Women Today
It’s 2026, and I know one thing…things look a lot different than they did just a few short years ago, right? We’re in the new age of AI, and we’re being bombarded with so much information that it can feel beyond overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating divorce. Gone are the days of paying for costly…
Read MoreNavigating the First 90 Days Post-Filing for Divorce in New York
Nobody puts “File for divorce” or “Respond to divorce papers” on their bucket list. Ever. Yet, here you are facing a journey involving unfamiliar legal concepts and daunting emotional trials. The first 90 days after filing for divorce in New York will set the course for the near future. And know that no one ever…
Read MoreDissolution of a Marriage or a Divorce? Understanding the Difference
What does the term dissolution of marriage mean? This may be an individual’s personal realization that it is time to cut their losses. Couples counseling hasn’t worked. Prayers have not been answered in the way they were desired. Or face-to-face attempts to make things better with their spouse have not turned the marriage around. This…
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