When Couples Don’t Want to Stay Married, is Divorce the Only Option?
Not All Couples Live Happily Ever After Despite the best of intentions, not all couples live happily ever after. When couples drift apart, they often think they have two options: stay married and stay miserable; or divorce. In fact, couples have a third option – a legal separation. Couples can remain legally married for an indefinite period of time. Warren Buffet, for example, separated...
Breaking the News: Talking to Your Kids About Divorce
Divorce is frequently difficult and costly. When it comes time to split, couples often argue over blame, assets, and hurt feelings. If the decision is painful for the adults, imagine how children may struggle with the news that mom and dad are getting a divorce. Many parents don’t know when to broach the subject with their children. The Prevalence of Divorce With divorce rates as high as 40%,...
Divorce Roadblocks: Dealing with Uncooperative Spouses
Unfortunately, not all marriages have a happy ending. Divorces are not uncommon in Canada, and are granted to couples that have separated for over a year. There are two types of divorces: contested and uncontested. About 80% of divorces are uncontested; however, if the marriage didn’t end on happy terms, a partner can lengthen and complicate the divorce proceedings by contesting it. Common...
Why Getting Divorced as a Senior is Becoming More Popular
You might have said, “’Til death do us part” at the altar, but if you’re in your 50s or beyond and contemplating divorce, you’re not alone. Read on to learn more about the increasing divorce rate among seniors, as well as the emotional and financial effects of divorce. Why Is Divorce Among Seniors More Common? Statistics Canada only keeps track of the divorce rate in Canada, not the reasons...
Pregnant and Divorcing: You CAN Endure This Nightmare
Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyful time. You and your partner are bringing new life into this world. But what if instead of painting your baby’s room and picking out names, you’re moving out and selecting a divorce lawyer? It’s an awful situation that creates stress and anxiety. What do you do and what are your responsibilities? Read on to learn about how to handle divorce during pregnancy....
Should Pets Be Treated Like Kids Under Canada Visitation Rights Law?
You can’t bear to think about starting over without the help of your furry best friend. During this divorce, you’re going to need everything they’ve got. Their unflappable loyalty, their silent understanding, and their unlimited affection. But should pets be treated like kids under Canada visitation rights law? You feel like your ex-spouse is going to try to take your pet in the divorce....
What’s Covered in a Divorce Consultation?
After a lot of soul-searching, you’ve made the very tough decision to divorce. Now you need to find a lawyer, which means going through divorce consultations. But what does that entail and what is covered in a consult? A divorce consultation is all about you. This is your chance to ask questions and expect to get real answers. And if you’re not satisfied with the answers you get, you might...
Which is Faster: Annulment or Divorce?
To annul or to divorce – that is the question. What’s the difference between the two, and which process is faster? Annulment vs. Divorce The short answer is: divorce is faster. While both processes exist to terminate an existing marriage, divorce ends a marriage at the date of the judgment, where annulment legally declares the marriage itself null and void. Essentially, a divorce is...
3 Reasons Why People Fool Themselves into Thinking Divorce Without a Lawyer is a Good Idea
Does the thought of a do-it-yourself divorce give you a headache? It should. There are countless issues that must be negotiated and resolved. Matters such as new living arrangements, the division of money and property, and child custody and support are just a few of the most complex and divisive points. For such a complicated legal affair with such wide-reaching personal consequences, there...