Going through a divorce can be a stressful experience, so you may feel a sense of relief once you have a divorce decree because that means it’s finally over. What you may not realize is that just having the decree doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t have to ever deal...
Divorce
Is your spouse hiding assets?
Even the most straightforward divorce can be tricky to navigate. However, matters become more complex when there are lots of assets involved. In Indiana, marital property is divided equitably. This means that the court will assess property and the financial...
Is your child prepared to deal with questions about your divorce?
If you’re recently separated and moving toward divorce, you already know how awkward it can be to tell friends, neighbors, co-workers and maybe even some relatives about this significant life change. You’ve probably encountered intrusive questions and unsolicited...
Why setting clear priorities is important during divorce
From the time that you were a child, you were likely taught – perhaps by your parents, teachers or even Sesame Street – that it is important to be thoughtful about how you go about making important decisions. Rushing into consequential decision-making scenarios can...
How can divorce impact shares in a family business?
When divorce occurs, it disrupts family life in many different ways. Family businesses, for example, often become entangled in the complexities of divorce proceedings. Managing shares in the family business can be approached in different ways, depending on the legal...
Valuable assets can hide in plain sight: Don’t let them slip away
When a couple divorces, they must disclose or reveal their financial assets to aid the court in dividing their marital property fairly. For affluent spouses, this can mean tracking down and inventorying many complex assets. It can be easy to overlook potentially...
What are the benefits of changing your name back post-divorce?
Divorce is a life-altering event that often results in significant changes. One issue that individuals may consider post-divorce is the option to revert to their maiden name or a name of their choosing. Exploring the various benefits of changing your name back after a...
How should people handle joint debts during a divorce?
Married couples typically live together. They combine their income to maintain a better standard of living and share household expenses. They also often have shared credit cards and other financial responsibilities. Those debts can be a major hurdle during divorce...
How proper self-care can benefit your divorce
“Divorce is so hard.” That is nearly always the first thing someone says when you tell them your marriage is ending. The phrase may be overused, but that doesn’t make it any less true. A divorce can drain you physically, mentally and emotionally, which is an excellent...
3 tips to help you make divorce more manageable for the kids
Divorce can be a very emotionally painful and mentally taxing exercise for everyone involved. If you have children, you are likely concerned about how your divorce will impact them both in the short and long term. As such, it is normal to ask the question, “What can I...