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06
May

Should You Limit Your Spending During a Divorce?

Curb Needless Spending Including Anything Perceived as a Luxury The divorce process brings on a certain level of uncertainty especially as people can’t help but dwell on the past, present, and most definitely, the future. Much of that uncertainty about the present and future will revolve around finances. Divorce is probably an expense you hadn’t budgeted for, and if the process becomes complex, it can become expensive. In addition to preparing for the essential legal costs, it is important to take a look at all of your expenses and see what adjustments need to be made to your spending habits. You may also have to plan for additional costs if it becomes necessary to move out of the family h ...

01
May

Should You Talk About Divorce With Your Kids?

Stay Positive & Upbeat While Sheltering Them From Negativity Communicating with your children during divorce is very important, but while you want to be reassuring, you also don’t want to put yourself in the position of having to answer complex questions and get into topics they are really too young to understand. You will, however, have to talk to the children about the importance of staying connected, keeping up with their education, managing their extra-curriculum activities, and about how their time will be divided between both parents. As a father involved in a divorce, of course you will want to remain positive and upbeat, but you also want to shelter them from as many of the negative ...

22
Apr

Should You Stay Off Social Media During a Divorce?

As the Saying Goes: 'Better Safe Than Sorry' We all know social media has become an important part of how we communicate and interact with others. Used to document everything from our everyday lives to the most extraordinary events and accomplishments, it is a way of sharing with family and friends in an instantaneous, but also very public way. However, your actions on social media leading up to your divorce and during the divorce process may very well be taken into consideration during any negotiations or court appearances. As family law attorneys, In Law We Trust Divorce and Family Lawyers sees examples of how social media can not only negatively impact the emotional status of the parties ...

13
Apr

Should You Change Your Insurance Coverage During a Divorce?

Get the Advice of a Trusted Attorney First There are many complicated and stressful things to consider when you are in the middle of a separation and divorce. Often people are just operating in the survival mode. However, as you realize the importance of being organized and prepared with as much information and documentation as possible, the question of what to do regarding your current insurance policies will eventually come up. While it might seem sensible to make changes that reflect your current separation status, don’t do this without first consulting your attorney. Call In Law We Trust Divorce and Family Lawyers, the family law firm that specializes in working with husbands and father ...

05
Apr

Should You Withdraw Money From a Joint Bank Account During a Divorce?

You may have heard horror stories about a friend or a friend of a friend, whose spouse suddenly cleaned out a bank account without warning, leaving them high and dry. Scary? Yes! Is it a reason to panic and think that you should do it first? No! If you are contemplating divorce, this is another reason to consult with a divorce attorney. Contact the lawyers from In Law We Trust Divorce and Family Lawyers for practical guidance, as well as legal advice about how to handle finances during divorce within the boundaries of the law. It's Not as Simple as You Would Think While it may seem perfectly within your rights to withdraw funds that are in your name, and you also may be in the situation ...

30
Mar

Should You Stop Paying the Mortgage & Spouse’s Bills During a Divorce?

What Are Your Legal Responsibilities? During divorce, interactions between the spouses can become hostile, angry, bitter, and spiteful. Add to that the uncertainty of a future financial outcome and the situation can quickly become a recipe for disaster. The attorneys of In Law We Trust Divorce and Family Lawyers are frequently asked by our clients as to how to handle financial obligations during the divorce process - whether or not they have moved out of the house. Couples at the early stages of divorce often find it simplest to keep the status quo in terms of paying household bills – in other words, continue to share bills that were typically shared, and take care of ones that each spouse ...

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