Everyone reacts to divorce differently. Thinking about how life will be once a divorce is finalized can feel daunting for some, while others relish the idea of newfound freedom. Each person’s circumstances are unique and will weigh heavily when figuring out when to put yourself back out there. Individuals who have been married for many...

In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that there were 2,015,603 marriages in the United States. That year, 746,971 marriages were annulled or ended in divorce. Marriage is not always “until death does a couple part.” Sometimes, a union is not meant to last, and the relationship will run its course and...

When you have your first meeting with a divorce attorney scheduled, being prepared will help you fulfill your objectives, give you helpful information about the divorce process, and have your important questions answered. Thinking about your goals and your current situation beforehand can help you better disclose your specific position and assist your lawyer in...

The ultimate goal when a couple who has children splits is to be able to co-parent effectively and cordially, in the best interests of the children. Even in cases in which both parties want this to be a reality, a co-parenting relationship can be highly emotional and may not always work out perfectly.  For one,...

Halloween and the fall activities that come along with it kick off the busy holiday season. Not long after Halloween, Thanksgiving comes, and then Christmas is just around the corner. While there are plenty of exciting activities and get-togethers on the horizon, the holiday season can get overwhelming quickly. For divorced parents or couples that...

Zombie mortgages or zombie foreclosure can have devastating consequences for individuals who believe they have had their mortgage written off after the conclusion of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you had a second mortgage and you believed you were relieved of it through bankruptcy, this may not be the case. And after a long while,...

If you are receiving unemployment benefits during the same time you are going through a bankruptcy, you may be confused at how your benefits will be affected, and rightfully so. When a person declares bankruptcy, they are not in a good financial situation and are working toward finding a way to start over. It would...

Are you headed for divorce in Indiana and wondering how your property and your debt will be split between you and your ex? If so, you would not be the first spouse to be concerned about these issues. In fact, there are some couples that avoid divorce strictly because of the financials.  Dividing property can...

Sometimes there is no hope for kind or cordial behavior between two divorced people. Despite knowing that the best thing for children is to try and at least be pleasant and non-confrontational with an ex when the children are present, there are relationships that are so toxic that having any type of rapport is impossible. ...

There is no doubt about it, new cars are exciting. They look good, they shine, they have that new car smell, and they have all the modern bells and whistles. There are certainly many wealthy people who do not have to be too concerned about new vehicles and other expensive toys. But for the average...