Dividing Joint Property In A Divorce
One of the biggest challenges in the divorce process is deciding how to divide joint property. No matter whether you have been married for 1 year or for 25 years, you accumulate many things during your marriage that are difficult to part with. But the fact is that agreeing on how to equitably divide all of the things that you own together is difficult. Mediation can be an effective tool for managing this process. Rather than leaving these decisions in the hands of a judge
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If you and your significant other have decided to pursue divorce in the coming months, there are things that you can do now to put your family in the best possible position for success. It will feel good to make some progress, and you can save yourself time and money down the road. Here are some tips for preparing for divorce in the coming year:
The Minnesota court system encourages couples who are seeking a divorce to use an alternative dispute resolution service before proceeding through the traditional court system. This is largely because the courts are backed up with cases and schedules are very difficult to coordinate between the court and divorce lawyers. An alternative dispute resolution service like divorce mediation can be a highly effective way
One of the most complex parts of the divorce settlement is determining exactly how you will fairly and equitably divide the joint property that you share with your spouse. These items can include your home, your car, a rental property, furnishings, and even your pets. Most state laws define joint property as anything obtained during your marriage. That means that you will keep anything
Have you decided that it is time for you and your spouse to divorce, but you have been delaying this final step because of the financial stress divorce can bring? It is true that when you proceed through the traditional channels – the court system – you can spend thousands of dollars settling the terms of your divorce. For many couples, this is simply not feasible. It can be easier to stay in a difficult situation than face the financial burden that divorce can bring. However, you should be aware that there is an alternative process that can allow you to settle your divorce for a fraction of the cost
The last few years have been difficult for many of us. Interpersonal relationships have been put under significant stress with the pandemic causing major changes to everyday life. You may have spent much more time at home with your immediate family and no time with other friends, colleagues and loved ones. Now that things are starting to get back to normal, many people are taking stock of their life