If you and your spouse decide to split up in New York, you are probably dreading the divorce proceedings. One way to decrease the stress involved with splitting up is to use a mediator, who is a neutral third party who guides you through all divorce considerations such as property, asset and debt division as well as spousal and child support.
Consider mediation for a smoother divorce
Working through a child custody dispute
There are many different challenges that can arise during the divorce process, from emotional pain and financial problems to legal stress and missing work to appear in the courtroom. Having said that, legal matters which involve children are often the most difficult aspect of a divorce, especially when a custody dispute surfaces. If you anticipate a heated dispute over child custody or you are already going through this, it is extremely important to protect your interests and make sure that you do all you can to secure an outcome in your child's best interests as well.
Dealing with jealousy after divorce
For some couples, jealousy can be a major problem during marriage and prior to a divorce. Someone may be jealous of their spouse for any number of reasons and this can create a rift in the marriage, ultimately causing it to break down. However, jealousy can also arise after a divorce and it can be problematic for people in different ways. Whether you have feelings of jealousy over the outcome of a custody dispute, for example, or your former spouse is very jealous of you, it is important to try to handle this situation appropriately.
PTSD after a tough divorce
People often pay close attention to the financial consequences of calling off their marriage, whether they will have to pay spousal support, or they have concerns about how their property will be split up. Others may worry about how their divorce will affect the children. However, the emotional side of a divorce should not be overlooked, either. In fact, some divorces can be so difficult that people develop post-traumatic stress disorder. It is important to do what you can to make your divorce easier and have a solid understanding of your options to reduce the likelihood of this difficult condition.
Divorce and character assassination
Ending your marriage could open up a can of worms. For example, you may have stress over a child custody dispute, anxiety about your alimony or child support order or any other number of reasons to worry. Sadly, some people have to deal with character assassination before, during and after the process of divorce. There are multiple reasons why someone may decide to throw their ex-spouse's good reputation under the bus and it is crucial for you to handle this situation properly if it arises.
Paying child support after losing your job
Our law firm knows that paying child support on time can be especially hard for some people, such as those who do not earn very much money or parents who are struggling with a health problem that drains them of their energy, time and financial resources. For some people, paying child support can be particularly hard due to a completely unexpected and unfortunate change, such as the loss of one's job. If you have recently lost your primary source of income, or expect to be fired or laid off in the coming weeks, it is pivotal to do everything you can to stay current on your child support payments.
Beware these possible consequences of a gray divorce
Divorce is becoming more common among older couples. According to a Pew Research Center report, for those over the age of 50, the divorce rate has doubled since the 1990s.
Is divorce mediation right for you?
Going through a divorce can be an incredibly painful and even traumatic experience. You planned to spend your life with your partner, but now you both have realized that is not for the best. Though you have accepted the idea of divorce, you are worried the process will pit you against your former spouse. You just do not want to be one those couples yelling at each other across a courtroom.
Post-divorce financial concerns
When a couple brings their marriage to an end, they may face a variety of challenges, from a decision regarding the custody of their children to parental relocation and even adjusting to daily life without one's spouse. However, there are many ways in which divorce can affect people from a financial standpoint and some people, such as those who have a high net worth, may be especially impacted by various divorce-related financial matters. If you have not yet split up with your spouse, it is crucial to prepare for your divorce and the possible financial repercussions.
A brief look at some of the consequences of back child support
When someone is unable to pay child support, the consequences they may face range from having a portion of their tax refund intercepted to arrest. There are all sorts of reasons parents lose their ability to stay caught up, such as being fired or having a health crisis. If you anticipate that health problems or job-related changes lie ahead, it is important to prepare for the possible impact of these matters beforehand. Moreover, you should be aware of some of the challenges that may lie ahead if you fall behind on payments.
