Although the thought of the post-divorce holidays can make you feel like crawling under the covers with a pint of Ben and Jerry’s and coming out when the holidays are over, it is very important for your children’s sake to make it work. You will find that it is well worth the effort to make …
Too often, clients getting divorce don’t fully understand the “big legal words” in the pleadings they are filing. Lawyers, who use this terminology everyday, incorrectly assume that their clients know the meaning of common family law terms. At SIMPLY DIVORCE we try and give our clients as much information as possible about the process and …
For many divorced parents, summer vacation offers time for extended visitation with their children. Without the time constraints of school and extracurricular activities, parents who are only able to see their children once a week and on weekends have the opportunity to spend weeks or months with them during the school break. While extended summer …
Are you ready for the Summer? 8 TIPS for a great post-divorce SUMMER visitation! It’s almost summer! School will be out and the sun will be shining. Make sure that your summer will be a great one for your family by following these tips: Create a co-parenting plan If you haven’t done so already, sit …
Filing for Divorce? Getting yourself organized before you hire an attorney or mediator can save you thousands. Here’s a checklist of documents you and your spouse may need throughout the process. You should also prepare a list of all personal property, including that acquired prior to and during the marriage and debts. Contingent upon your …
I get asked this question all the time. It’s confusing isn’t it? Here’s some information to help you get knowledgable about how this all works: In Louisiana there are two types of NO-Fault divorce. This means that neither spouse must prove the fault of the other to get a divorce. All that parties need in …
In Louisiana, a community property state, marital debt, just like marital assets, are split during divorce. However, just because you or your spouse is ordered to pay a debt, it does not change the contract to the debtor. In other words, even if your spouse is ordered to pay a debt in the divorce settlement, …
Divorce can be a long process. Chances are, you’ve spent hours going through financial records and collecting documents. When you finally get your divorce judgment, you just want to relax and get on with your life. Not so fast! Critical financial housekeeping must be done before you can close the book on your marriage and …
If you are seeking a divorce and are over the age of 50, you are not alone. Divorce among adults between 50 and 70 are on the rise. We are living longer, have more money and want to get more out of life, not remain stuck in an unhappy or unfulfilling marriage. The good news …
The better question is should you? With so much change going on during the divorce process, it is no wonder that the HOUSE is so emotionally charged. Aside from the fact that their home is for most couples the largest asset, the house also represents emotional comfort, memories and stability. This often leads to an …