Tips and advice for men and women who have recently split up from a spouse and are now getting divorced.
Divorce is devastating. It’s heartbreaking, it’s gut-wrenchingly sad, and it can be really, really depressing. When people think of what divorce does to a woman (or a man), I bet they think of all the potential negative things: 1. Divorce makes a woman bitter. 2. It breaks her heart. 3. It makes someone lonely. 4. … Read more
The divorce process can be an overwhelming and uncertain journey. It’s a path filled with fear and trepidation, especially if you’ve never experienced it before. Without prior knowledge or guidance, it’s easy to feel lost and unsure about the direction you should take. One aspect that is crucial to understand in a divorce is financial … Read more
I’d walk around on the verge of tears all day long, every day. I felt really scared. I felt sad. I felt angry. I felt like a failure. I felt worried about my young children. And, I felt very very alone. I’m referring to a time in my life several years ago, when I was … Read more
Divorce is a time of self-reflection; an opportunity to really look at yourself from the inside out and figure out what you want your new life to look like. That can include anything you want— lifestyle changes, romance, a new career, or the way you look and feel physically. I’m not divorced, but as a … Read more
What are the emotions of a man going through a divorce? Well, I’m not a man, but I divorced one, and then after my divorce, I met, became friends with, interviewed and dated dozens of divorced men. So, I think I have a very good sense of what some of the emotions of a man … Read more
For executives in a company getting divorced, get ready for what might turn out to be a complicated process. Not only will the road ahead likely be long and emotionally taxing, the finances of executives in a company are often complex, thereby complicating the division of assets. However, divorce is quite common for executives in … Read more
Inheritance and divorce is a complicated subject. Yet, the laws are pretty simple. Every state has its own law, but if you live in the state of Maryland, inheritance is considered a non-marital asset. What that means is, if you get divorced, by law, you are entitled to all of your inheritance. That said, there … Read more
As a divorce attorney of 17 years, I have seen how emotionally challenging divorce can be. The stress of not knowing what your post-divorce life is going to look like is scary and unnerving. Clients often ask me, “What can be used against you in a divorce?’ I’ve had clients tell me they feel like … Read more
Dating during divorce: It’s so tempting, given all the pain and loneliness you are feeling after years of unhappiness with your spouse. What better to take your mind off your misery and boost your self esteem than a few dates with someone who is actually interested in you? And, if one of those “dates” leads to a … Read more
Abuse is not always as obvious as a physical altercation. In fact, many victims of abuse may not even realize they are in an abusive relationship because it doesn’t involve physical violence. That’s why I so often hear the question, “If he didn’t hit me is it abuse?” Abuse can take various forms, and it’s … Read more
Is a happy life after divorce possible? Absolutely! In fact, a happy life after divorce is not only possible, but probable if you decide to create a happy life for yourself. We can prepare for many things in life, but going through a divorce is typically not something any of us anticipate and finding happiness through … Read more
Many people think a divorce trial ends in big courtroom drama. But in reality, most cases get settled, often through mediation, before they ever reach trial. It’s more often about finding common ground than fighting it out in court. Having said that, a small percentage of divorces can and do go to trial in North … Read more
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