If you are the one who wants a divorce, you may feel calm, in control, and sure of your decision. Going through a divorce is different from what you experienced breaking up with past romantic partners. A divorce formally ends your marriage. It can be a complicated, lengthy and a harrowing procedure. There will be some emotional pain, potential doubts about your choices, and the challenge of...
In family law, couples undergoing the divorce process can sign an agreement not to go to court. Known as Collaborative Family Law (CFL), the agreement not to go to court is binding upon the attorneys and not the couple. If one or both clients are unsatisfied, either may still take the dispute to court. However, they will have to find new lawyers. At its core, the CFL process is meant to...
Many people enter into informal marriage or cohabiting relationship with a hope that the relationship will survive the divorce process. However, when such a relationship turns sour, partners feel disillusioned and disappointed. When such events happen, people argue that it is essential to offer emotional support to help separating parties move through the separation process.
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