Individuals who get a divorce often find that they have to make a nearly countless array of changes to their lives. One such example is the need to update their estate plan. This is almost always necessary, as most estate's have a spouse as a primary beneficiary, and...
When can a custody order be changed
After a child custody order is issued by a court in Delaware, a family might undergo changes that mean the order no longer works for their current situation. Because of this, the state allows people to file requests to modify child custody orders. However, certain...
Preparing your finances for divorce in Delaware
Divorce can be a very messy process most of the time, but there are things that you can do to make it easier for everyone involved. Before filing for divorce, take some time to prepare your finances. Most divorces get messy because you've entangled your finances and...
Finding hidden assests in a divorce
Couples divorce for a number of reasons, but many couples report that they lost trust in their partners, which is why they decided to end their marriage. If divorcing spouses no longer trust each other, it's not far-fetched that one or both individuals could be hiding...
Save time and money by preparing before filing for divorce
Divorce is never easy, but Delaware residents should know that preparing properly before filing can make the process faster and less complicated. Part of the preparation will involve researching the options available and part will involve taking inventory of the...
Challenges of divorcing a narcissist
Divorce can be a challenge for any family, but the obstacles that come with divorcing a narcissist can make the process even more difficult. Narcissists have an altered sense of reality that they live in and pass on to those who are closest to them. If you are ending...
The financial impact of divorcing later in life
Although Delaware is an equitable distribution state, getting divorced later in life can still have a significant impact on your finances. This is partially because you have less time to recoup the funds that were ceded to your spouse in the final settlement. It may...
Divorce after 50 continues to rise
Some older Delaware couples who might be considering ending their long-term marriage might be surprised to find that gray divorce, or divorce for couples over 50, continues to rise even as it remains or decreases in other age ranges. There are a variety of reasons...
Tips for dealing with fear of divorce
Getting a divorce means venturing into the unknown, and that can be scary. However, there are things you can do to reduce this fear. The first step should be to obtain more information about both divorce in general and divorce laws in Delaware. Being informed can make...
Beginning the process with a divorce attorney
The decision to end your marriage probably isn't one you've made lightly. Once the process begins, you'll usually have property and finances to divide, and you might need to work on a custody arrangement if you have children. When you meet with a Delaware divorce...