Divorce and Separation Information

When divorce is knocking at your doorstep, arm yourself with the knowledge to be prepared for what will follow.  Few of us ever anticipate this stage in our lives, and therefore don't know what options are available to us.  Below you will find information about various legal aspects that you may be facing at this point in your life.

Martial Separation - Things to think about when you split up.
How To Get A Divorce - How it works and what to consider.
Divorce Professionals - Working with lawyers, mediators, and financial planners.
Financial Issues - Dividing assets and debts.
When Children Are Involved - Custody, support, and visitation.
Do It Yourself - Information to help you out.
Guides and State Resources - State laws and resources.

Separation » Return to top

• Separation and Moving Out - What to consider
• What is a Legal Separation
• Separation FAQS - Tips from the legal expert
• How To File For A Legal Separation
• More...

How To Get A Divorce » Return to top

• Preparing For A Divorce - Things to do before you actually file.
• Financially Prepare For A Divorce - How budgeting can help.
• Positive Steps to Prepare for Divorce - using a financial planner.
• Getting Through A Divorce - emotionally, physically, and practically.
• Marriage Annulment - Establishing that a valid marriage never existed.
• The Divorce Process outlines what to expect in the legal process. 
• The Steps of Divorce - Frequently asked questions.
• Divorce Grounds - The difference between fault and no-fault.
• Filing Divorce Papers - Getting the process started.
• How to Serve Divorce Papers details the various methods of service.
• Pendente Lite Relief - Getting temporary support and custody 
• Divorce Considerations -What to think about when you split up.
• Divorce Papers - What will be contained in your final agreement.
• Motion To Modify Divorce Decree - what are your options?
• More...

Divorce Professionals » Return to top

• Do You Need a Divorce Attorney
• Find A Divorce Attorney in your area.
• Divorce Lawyers -how to choose someone to represent you.
• Working With Your Lawyer - How to handle the client lawyer relationship.
• How To Save On the Cost of a Divorce - tips to cut legal fees.
• Minimizing The Cost of Divorce - Alternatives to make it cheaper.
• Collaborative Divorce Alternatives - A cooperative approach.
• Positive Steps to Prepare for Divorce - using a financial planner.
• Divorce Mediation - The benefits of mediating your divorce.
• Mediation - Resolving disputes without going to court.
• Divorce Mediation Questions - Answers from the expert.
• Choosing a Private Investigator - Tips for finding a qualified investigator.

Financial Issues » Return to top

• Settlement Issues - Seven costly mistakes to avoid.  
• Financial Considerations - What to think about before hand.
• The Marital Home - Who gets the house, how to handle the mortgage, splitting the equity, and refinancing the home.
• Property Issues - Frequently Asked Questions.
• Dividing Retirement Assets - What needs to be considered.
• Alimony - When it's awarded, what kind, and for how long.
• Unsecured Debt Responsibility - How it's handled.
• More...

Do It Yourself Information » Return to top

• Do You Need An Attorney - When it's appropriate to do it yourself
• Do It Yourself Divorce - Tips to consider.
• Online Divorce is an option for couples who can reach a general agreement and want to handle everything personally.
• Downloadable Forms quick and easy access to quality forms, settlement agreements and other related products.

Guides and State Resources » Return to top

• State Resources for each state including relevant laws, resources, child support guidelines and calculators, domestic violence shelters, and more.
• Divorce Guide - Making the best decisions when your marriage ends.
• Books on Individual Topics - includes specific guides on the legal process, custody, support, alimony, separation, and property division.  
• Resources Page contains links to various services and sites that can help.

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