Legal Advice on Preparing for Divorce

Close Joint Accounts. If a divorce is imminent, you should immediately contact joint-credit-card companies in writing to freeze or cancel your joint accounts. You do not want to be responsible for... more

Find a Support Network. Divorce can be a very challenging and emotional time. Be good to yourself and find a support network, be it family, friends, or a professional therapist. Having an outlet for... more

Prepare a list of questions in advance.. Before your appointment, prepare a list of questions regarding your situation. The most frequently asked questions we encounter are 1) How long will this... more

Think about counseling. If you are undecided about the fate of your marriage, give serious thought to getting marriage counseling. Sometimes people end up in divorce court simply because they were... more

Be on your best behavior with everyone.. This is always important. Your soon-to-be ex will always be the parent of your children even if they aren't good people. Your children are counting on you... more

Put Your Kids At the Top of Your Agenda. As you realize that a divorce is imminent, you will undoubtedly spend lots of time researching, collecting documents, interviewing attorneys, etc. Even... more

Divorce can be a very stressful and confusing time. Being organized and gathering the information needed to make educated decisions is critical. This transition can also be financially challenging,... more