Perhaps you dread facing a traditional divorce in court and your spouse agrees that the process could take months. Instead of litigation, you might consider a collaborative divorce outside of court, an option that allows you to control the outcome. About collaborative...
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Do your kids need therapy during your divorce?
While some divorces come as a surprise to one spouse, many other couples see the ends of their marriages as inevitable long before filing. That is, there are often warning signs that allow couples to plan for their divorces. Just like you, your children probably can...
3 signs that your spouse may be having an emotional affair
Infidelity is a major source of tension between married spouses. The damage to the relationship may be so serious that the spouse who feels betrayed may seek a divorce. Infidelity is not always sexual in nature. Emotional infidelity occurs when someone forms an...
How do you tell your children about divorce?
As parents, the last thing you want is for your child to feel distressed. Unfortunately, you cannot avoid the negative emotions that will accompany them finding out about your intention to divorce. But there are things you can do that can help smooth this period of...
Cryptocurrency playing a bigger role in divorce cases
When you and your Minnesota spouse make the decision to split, you need to work through the process of asset division to ensure you both walk away with your fair share. These days, cryptocurrency is becoming more and more of an issue in divorce cases, with some...
Does parallel parenting benefit everyone?
After a divorce, it is important to establish how you want to move forward with parenting your child. Needless to say, the idea of working closely with a co-parent often serves as a difficult hurdle for people to consider when fresh out of an ended marriage. In this...
How are divorce mediation and divorce collaboration different?
If you and your spouse are considering divorce, you may have deep concerns about the financial and emotional fallout of taking your separation to court. You may worry that the legal process will be antagonistic, prolonged and expensive. Worse, a judge’s decree may not...
The benefits of a collaborative divorce
Many people incorrectly believe a Minnesota divorce must include a bitter court battle. Thankfully, today’s options often allow families to avoid the courtroom, maintain privacy and obtain an equitable settlement. The American Bar Association states that collaborative...
What are the biggest hurdles for grey divorcees?
As an older couple in your 50s or higher, any divorce you go through falls under the category of grey divorce. As a grey divorcee, your title is not the only thing that differs from younger couples. You will also likely deal with differences in finances. On top of...
How can you talk to your children about your divorce?
After deciding to divorce, you may worry about how to talk about the subject to your children. This topic is a delicate one, but by discussing it calmly and respectfully, you can help your children work through any anxiety they may feel. Anticipate big emotions...
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