Mediation can be an efficient way to get through problems during divorce. Mediation is typically less expensive than arbitration or going to trial, and you'll be able to work with a neutral third party who can keep both of you on track.
Adoption agency suddenly closes, costs families thousands
When you want to grow your family, one of the options you pursue may be adoption. Adoption is a great way to bring a child into your home who has no one else or who has been taken out of a bad situation. What happens if the agency you work with goes bankrupt, though?
4 tips for successful parenting after divorce
Once a divorce is finalized, it is easy to sigh in relief and think "Finally, that's over." But the reality is that divorce is only the end of a marriage. It does not end your time as a parent or your responsibility to care for your children.
Why does divorce mediation work?
Divorce mediation helps you work through areas of contention in your divorce without a breakdown in communication. Mediation covers a number of issues including the distribution of property, child custody and parenting time, spousal and child support, retirement and taxes.
Spousal support: Impacting your standard of living
The standard of living you're used to with your spouse might be different than how you live when you're not married. For most people with moderate or lower incomes, this is typical after divorce and what you would expect. Courts might award spousal support to make up some income disparity, but there's still a chance you'll live a different type of life following the divorce.
