Juggling Motherhood and Divorce Law: A Balancing Act of Empathy and Expertise
Being a mom is one of life's greatest joys but it comes with its fair share of challenges.
So You Married a Cactus? Don't Be Stuck on Spines
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Keeping the Family Home in a Divorce
One of the most frequently asked questions we get from prospective and current divorce clients is, “How do I keep my family home in the divorce?” Understandably, most people have intense emotional attachments to the family home and the idea of selling your home can be devastating. Sometimes, people want to keep the family home, not for themselves, but because they believe it will be easier on the children if they can stay in the home they are used to.
Is Alimony an Option For Me?
To start off, you may be wondering: What is alimony? Am I entitled to it? Alimony is payment from one spouse to another for financial support following a separation or divorce. It may be paid in one “lump buyout” or through smaller, continual payments.
How to Divorce a Narcissist
I was recently interviewed with UpJourney for their article, “How to Divorce a Narcissist”. Here’s a small excerpt of their article:
Why Are Divorces More Common in January?
Holidays are usually a very special time for families. It is a time of closeness, gratitude, and giving. Why, then, do google searches for divorces peak in January?
Navigating Thanksgiving After a Divorce
Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away! While some may rejoice at the thought of gathering with extended family and spending the day feeling grateful, social, and stuffed with food, this upcoming holiday can be very difficult for those who are recently divorced. Your first Thanksgiving without your spouse may feel extra lonely, as some traditions the two of you had together are no more. If you are sharing custody of your children, perhaps this is your first Thanksgiving you don’t get to spend fully with your child. You are not alone in your feelings as you navigate the upcoming holiday season.
Will Divorce Affect My Citizenship?
It depends on how far along you are in your green card status. If you already have your green card, your divorce will not affect your citizenship. However, if you are in the process of applying for your green card when you get a divorce, your application process will be stopped. This is true even if your I-130 Visa petition has already been approved.
How Does the Divorce Process Work?
Divorce can feel like a scary and confusing process to the average person. Most people will only deal with the divorce process once in their life, if ever. Luckily, divorce lawyers deal with the divorce process every day, so we’re very well-versed on the ins and outs of legally divorcing your spouse.
Should I Accept a Promotion Right Before a Divorce?
I’ve been asked this question before by clients, and it’s an interesting question. People may feel reluctant to accept a big promotion when a divorce is pending or they think they may be getting a divorce soon. If you think you may be on the hook for alimony and child support payments, you may be wondering if it would be better to decline a promotion so your income won’t be higher when you’re going through the divorce proceedings.
How Much Will a Divorce Cost Me?
It depends. No one wants to hear that answer to a question as pressing as anticipated costs for an upcoming divorce. However, there are some factors that can help determine whether you’re looking at a more expensive divorce than you might have expected.
Infidelity… What Does it Mean for Your Divorce?
Infidelity… it’s a scary word for anyone in a monogamous relationship or marriage to hear. 1 out of 5 men have reported that they have cheated on their partner while married (General Social Survey). Uncovering infidelity can be an emotionally devastating experience and oftentimes leads to divorce. The anger and hurt that accompanies finding out your partner broke their marriage vows can leave many people furious and ready to take their partner for all their worth… it’s only fair, right???
Why You Need a Prenuptial Agreement
When Mel Gibson married Robyn Moore in 1980, he was just beginning his rise to fame with his role in Mad Max. The pair split after 26 years of marriage, and it took five years for the pair to finalize their divorce. Gibson’s assets were worth $900 million at the time of divorce, and they had not entered a prenuptial agreement.
Signs it Might be Time for a Divorce
So, you’ve found yourself googling if it’s time for a divorce. Whether you’ve been together for three years or thirty, there are some telltale signs that it may be time for a divorce.
A Happy, Healthy Divorce… Is it Possible?
Here are the facts: 20% of marriages end in divorce within 5 years, and 48% of marriages end by the 20-year mark. Divorce is never a topic anyone wants to think about, but chances are, if you’re reading this blog, you’re being confronted with this topic.
Who Owns What Friends After a Divorce?
While your divorce attorney will help you divide all your joint assets, time spent with children, and property, there is one thing that cannot be divided up just as neatly: your friends.
Staying Friends With Your Ex After a Divorce
Once you go through a divorce, it can be hard to figure out where things stand with your former spouse. Your spouse used to be your partner and best friend for however many years, and while things have certainly changed, you may be wondering what kind of place they have in your life now.
Best Luxury Items to Celebrate Your Divorce!
If you’re anything like me, you love retail therapy! After a big win in a recent divorce case, I immediately got myself the cutest pair of Chanel earrings. I love retail therapy because each item I buy reminds me of when I was going through a hard time in my life and how I was so strong and overcame it! So, while you might be grieving the death of your marriage right now, spend some time shopping for the perfect gift for yourself once your divorce is finalized to relieve some of the stress and think about how relieved you will feel to know you made it!
How Women Get Screwed in Divorce
Divorce is not an easy, pleasant, or stress-free affair. To make matters worse, after a divorce a woman can expect her quality of living to go down 72% percent, while a man’s quality of life increases by 10%.* We don’t let that happen at the Egan Law Center.