On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Nov 11, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce is one of the most stressful, emotionally charged life events a person can experience. Yet, it’s also a time when you have to make financial decisions that can impact the rest of your life. If you have children, you’re making decisions that will affect their...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Oct 28, 2020 | Custody And Parenting Time, Divorce
Your divorce was finalized late last summer. You and your children have still been adjusting to a new normal. Now, the holidays are approaching, and you know things won’t be the same. You won’t have custody of your children on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Eve. You...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Oct 20, 2020 | Divorce
Many people in unhappy marriages delay or resist divorce because they believe that it will negatively affect their children. Therefore, they may choose to stay in an unhappy or even toxic situation because they believe that their sacrifice will benefit their children...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Oct 13, 2020 | Divorce
Your children have no choice but to go through a divorce with you. They may have many concerns, though, that you need to have answers for. Your guidance is important as they learn to adapt to what’s happening to them and how their family is changing. Children often...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 22, 2020 | Divorce
You and your spouse have been at odds for a while, and now that you’ve decided to get a divorce, neither of you are speaking to each other. This is a problem, because you want to go through this divorce as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimize the impact on...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 22, 2020 | Divorce
Couples hesitate to file for divorce for many reasons. Some parents wish to stay together for the kids, while others fear social retribution among their community. For many people, the high cost of divorce is enough to stay in an unsatisfying marriage. Recent studies...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 21, 2020 | Custody And Parenting Time, Divorce
One of the biggest concerns for many parents is financially supporting their child post-divorce. The overwhelming changes to your life often lead to drastic, if temporary, changes in your ability to provide. This is an understandable concern, and often leads to...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 16, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce often pushes people to look inward. You have to really think about your decisions and behavior in order to understand what led to the failure of the marriage and potentially set yourself up for healthier, happier relationships in the future. Between trying to...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 4, 2020 | Divorce
For some, the financial toll of a divorce can be quite significant. There are ways around that. An uncontested divorce, for example, or one a divorce which issues become quickly settled may help spouses save money. However, while these divorce paths may be helpful in...
On behalf of Kathleen J. Smith, Attorney at Law | Sep 2, 2020 | Divorce
You and your spouse are considering ending your marriage. You are considering your options for divorce, and you are not yet sure which path to take. Should you try a do-it-yourself divorce to save money? Perhaps a trial, where a judge will issue a verdict regarding...
