Divorce Lawyer

How To Make Sure Your Lawyer Doesn’t Screw Up Your Retirement

Emily W. McBurney | Posted 04.12.2012

Emily W. McBurney

One of the things that can be most vital in a divorce case is one that most people don't even consider when hiring a lawyer -- dividing up retirement assets.

8 Secrets To A ‘Good Divorce’

Eileen Barker | Posted 04.11.2012

Eileen Barker

If you want a "good divorce" -- one that is amicable, based on mutual cooperation and fairness -- don't leave it to chance. Here's eight tips for obtaining a good divorce.

What To Expect When Meeting With A Divorce Lawyer

Jennifer Brandt | Posted 06.02.2012

Jennifer Brandt

Divorce is a major decision, and I want you to be sure before you take the next step. You might not be happy about ending your marriage, but you at least need to be confident that is the right direction for you.

INFOGRAPHIC: Where In America Do Couples Pay The MOST To Divorce?

Richard Komaiko | Posted 05.20.2012

Richard Komaiko

We've all heard horror stories about how divorce destroys wealth. Needless to say, legal fees are a very large component of divorce expenses -- but just how large?

When Divorce May Be Especially Challenging For Financial Advisers

Reuters | Posted 05.12.2012

By Jessica Toonkel NEW YORK, March 12 (Reuters) - As part of the retirement planning process, financial advisers often help married c...

7 Tricks For Finding The Right Divorce Lawyer

Lloyd C. Rosen | Posted 05.01.2012

Lloyd C. Rosen

Choosing the right lawyer to represent you in a divorce proceeding is a very important decision.  By preparing yourself with a little knowledge and information in advance of a consultation, you can better equip yourself to make an informed and strategic decision. 

7 Important Survival Strategies For Divorcees

Lisa Helfend Meyer | Posted 04.30.2012

Lisa Helfend Meyer

I've seen some women who are emotionally and physically devastated by their divorce, while others emerge stronger and more empowered. The following are six key strategies for surviving divorce whether you're a woman in your 20s or your 70s.

How Can Divorce Lawyers Face Off Against Their Friends?

Margaret Klaw | Posted 04.16.2012

Margaret Klaw

I have relationships with lawyers I've faced as opponents over and over again; we have a shared history. The fact of our lives as lawyers is that clients come and go, but our relationships with each other can endure for decades.

WATCH: Why The Best Piece Of Divorce Evidence May Be In Your Pocket

Posted 02.10.2012

Forget hiring a private investigator for your divorce case -- the best piece of evidence may be sitting in your pocket. According to a study by t...

The Big Secret Divorce Lawyers Know (And You Should Too)

J. Richard Kulerski | Posted 04.07.2012

J. Richard Kulerski

What do divorce lawyers do in their own divorces? They try to stay out of court.

5 Secrets Of Successful Divorcees

Edra J. Pollin | Posted 04.03.2012

Edra J. Pollin

Check out the desk of a family law attorney and you're likely to see a box of tissues positioned on the client's side of the desktop. During the early stages of the divorce proceedings, the tissue box gets plenty of use.

What Happens If You Sleep With Your Divorce Lawyer?

Richard Komaiko | Posted 04.01.2012

Richard Komaiko

In "Sex and the City", Charlotte starts a romance with her attorney, Harry, while getting divorced. She finds true love in the arms of her attorney, and ultimately gets a fairy tale ending. In real life, however, fairy tale endings are few and far between.

Five Things Never to Say to Your Divorce Lawyer

Candyce Abbatt | Posted 03.19.2012

Candyce Abbatt

Let your advocate do what they do best -- sift through the most relevant information in order to give a fair assessment of options and probable outcomes.

9 NASTIEST Things Divorcing Spouses Day To Each Other

J. Richard Kulerski | Posted 02.06.2012

J. Richard Kulerski

Divorce lawyers hear it all. We hear tragic stories, engaging stories, and just about every other type of story.

Why Mediation Makes Sense

Bari Zell Weinberger, Esq. | Posted 01.28.2012

Bari Zell Weinberger, Esq.

The divorce process can be an expensive proposition. In uncertain financial times, like we are currently experiencing, it is even more crucial to find ways to help reduce the burden of divorce, both emotionally and financially

5 Crucial Questions Men MUST Ask Prospective Divorce Lawyers

Joseph E. Cordell | Posted 03.01.2012

Joseph E. Cordell

A lot of guys facing divorce have preconceived notions of the type of attorney they think will be ideal for their case.

The Top 5 Dirtiest Divorce Tricks

Georgialee Lang | Posted 01.05.2012

Georgialee Lang

Divorce lawyers are well aware of the grab bag of dirty tricks spouses inflict on each other. Here are my top five dirtiest tricks.

Leaving An Abusive Marriage? 7 Ways To Protect Your Money

Jeffrey A. Landers | Posted 12.30.2011

Jeffrey A. Landers

Divorce is painful -- anyone who has been through the process will attest to that. But, sometimes, divorce is less painful than staying in a relationship that has become abusive.

The Strange Secret Divorce Lawyers Share

Margaret Klaw | Posted 12.30.2011

Margaret Klaw

I once met someone who was a member of a religious group that completely rejects the notion of divorce. He asked me what I did for a living, I told him, and he asked how I could sleep at night.

How To Hire A Divorce Lawyer

Thomas Greenwald | Posted 12.11.2011

Thomas Greenwald

If you have a need for a family law attorney, chances are you are under a tremendous amount of stress, and the process of finding the right attorney can be overwhelming.

Four Sure-Fire Ways To Stay Out Of Court

J. Richard Kulerski | Posted 12.04.2011

J. Richard Kulerski

Because the spouses are hopeful of selling the other on an out-of-court settlement (that their partner is usually unwilling to accept), it helps to be aware some of the difficulties that often arise during these talks.

Why Your Parents Should Stay Out Of Your Split

Edra J. Pollin | Posted 11.12.2011

Edra J. Pollin

Having practiced family law for almost thirty years, I have observed firsthand that, much like a marriage, a divorce is quite often a family affair in which extended family members become actively involved in the proceeding.

Ten Signs Your Marriage is Headed for Divorce

Mindy R. Smith | Posted 11.12.2011

Mindy R. Smith

Many happily married people come to me and ask what the signs are that a marriage may be headed for divorced. Based on my experiences as a divorce attorney, I have compiled a top ten list of signs that your marriage may be headed for divorce.

The Five People You'll Meet During Your Divorce

Erin Mantz | Posted 10.03.2011

Erin Mantz

When I look back over my divorce period, I remember the times, tears and triumphs -- and the people who moved me toward and away from each. Whether y...

Woman Brings Whopping Lawsuit Against Her Divorce Lawyer

Canoe.ca | Posted 09.19.2011

CALGARY - The lawyer for a local woman who split with her common-law husband failed to adequately identify his assets, a $14-million lawsuit claims. ...