No man (or woman) is an island. When going through a difficult transition, such as the death of a loved one or a period of unemployment, having people to lean on can help you adjust and leave you stronger in the end. A support system can be especially needed when you...
While people over the age of 50 are generally well-established in their life and their career, a divorce can throw that stability into disarray. People in this stage of their life face unique financial concerns when deciding to go their separate ways. What should...
Whether you have spent years investing in a 401(k) or will receive a pension when you retire, financial stability in your later years may depend on your retirement benefits. If you and your spouse decide to part ways, your divorce will likely impact your retirement...
Divorce can impact our emotional health. It is important to know that this is true not just for the adults who are going through a divorce, but also for our children. We have tools that can help better ensure a smooth and healthy transition to post-divorce life for...
Finalizing a divorce can be emotionally taxing. As the process nears completion you anticipate the finality and are met with a gamut of emotions. Once the martial agreement is signed and everything is ready to be filed with the court, you would expect smooth sailing...
When couples are married for a long time, they may become complacent in their relationship and unaware of the warning signs that something may be wrong. After spending years or decades together, it can be easy to overlook the signals that something is wrong in your...
Navigating divorce with children is challenging. You and your spouse are ready to part ways, but when you have children, it means you will still need to work together. Regardless of the origin of the circumstances of your divorce, figuring out how you will parent your...
There are many different issues that a spouse needs to overcome during a divorce. Child custody agreements and support/alimony negotiations can be challenging, but property division is notorious for being a major problem for spouses to work through. There is a lot...
Your divorce proceedings have come and gone, and you have been dutifully sending your ex-spouse their support payments in conformity with your divorce decree. In Wisconsin, spousal support is called “maintenance.” These payments are for a fixed amount, and they’re...
If your divorce recently was finalized, you might be ready for a fresh start. If you sold the marital home, you may be looking for a new place to live. If you were a stay-at-home parent, you might need a new job. Yet if you decide to relocate, that can impact your...
