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Divorce is a process. It is not a single act, but the result
of a series of events, actions and changes devised to facilitate the legal
end of a marriage. Once the decision has been made to break the marriage
contract, the process begins, and often lasts at least a year.
The process itself is not complicated, but proper planning is essential. The
biggest impact on divorcing couples is financial, and it is important to
plan properly for what happens once the divorce is final. The laws about
what constitutes legal grounds for divorce vary slightly from state to
state, but there are a series of steps everyone should consider before the
divorce process begins:
Hire an experienced divorce lawyer.
Create a divorce financial plan that details your financial status, your
goals, and how to get from where you are now to where you want to be.
Gather financial documents such as tax forms, benefits statements, bank
statements, insurance policies, credit card statements, and any other
document pertaining to your individual assets.
Keep pre-plan divorce meetings calm; avoid arguments, and meet in a
neutral location.
Do not discuss divorce matters with children and family members.
The day your lawyer files a petition and other financial documents with the
court is the day the legal divorce process begins. It can be a stressful and
emotionally draining process. In cases where the divorce is contested, other
legal action becomes necessary. Complicating issues include child custody,
child support, alimony, and equitable distribution of marital property.
Experienced divorce attorneys will advise you each step of the way. There
may be occasions where mediation is the best option to minimize
confrontation, or other affordable alternatives to litigation should be
considered. A competent attorney could help you determine what is right for
you.
Once the judge signs the order, the divorce is final, and the marriage has
officially ended. However, it is still important to maintain accurate
financial records about the process, including copies of any support checks
you may receive.
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