An Uncontested Divorce is one in which both spouses agree to the divorce and all issues related to it, including child custody and alimony. If you and your spouse can reasonably agree to the terms and grounds but still each want to have your own divorce attorney to protect your interests, this might be the right option for you. Read more…
Thinking About a Separation? Divorce? Prenuptial Agreement?
Taxes And Divorce
Filled under The DIVORCE Doctor - Tags: children, divorce, finances, property, separation, support - Lois Brenner @ 12:40 pmIf you are considering or going through a Separation or Divorce it is important for you to know tax consequences follow many decisions you make. It is important to make informed choices. Even when your choices are limited, being aware of the tax issues created by divorce may help you keep more money in your pocket. So here are just a few of the tax categories I guide my clients to think about: Read more…
“But He Doesn’t Hit Me”
Filled under The DIVORCE Doctor - Tags: abuse, celebrity, finances - Lois Brenner @ 12:36 pmWomen often think that being abused by a boyfriend or a spouse looks much like the very publicized physically abusive relationship between Rhiana and Chris Brown. What they don’t realize is there are many hidden faces of abuse! Read more…
“Don’t Rush To Divorce In January”
Filled under The DIVORCE Doctor - Tags: advice, divorce, finances, holidays, lawyer, mediaton - Lois Brenner @ 12:33 pmJanuary is one of the most popular months for divorce. It’s a new year, and time for a new life. Troubled couples have made it through the holidays. Lots of couples jump to quickly start their divorce process in the New Year. Emotionally the New Year forces many of us to make quick and drastic changes. Just think of that diet we start every year. How has that worked for you? It’s not always the best decision to rush into a divorce. Read more…
Do I have to Stay in the House with my Abusive Spouse?
Filled under The DIVORCE Doctor - Tags: abuse, alternatives, divorce, finances, payments, rights, support - Lois Brenner @ 11:08 amLawyers advise most clients to stay in the marital residence during divorce proceedings -for bargaining leverage, in order not to have to pay for two residences creating a precedent for higher support payments, and/or to maintain easy access to information- financial, mail, and otherwise. But sometimes a spouse is so uncomfortable the situation is untenable, and a spouse needs to move out no matter what the consequences. Read more…