When dealing with divorce, the last thing you want to consider is your spouse potentially trying some underhanded tactics in an attempt to circumvent a fair division of assets. Unfortunately, the rise of digital assets including cryptocurrency has opened a new outlet...
Owning a business becomes a focal point in the divorce process
During your marriage, you may have accumulated significant wealth through the hard work you and your spouse put in building and operating the family business. When you divorce, you will break up the family unit. But does that mean breaking up the family business as...
How can you make custody work with a parent in the military?
Co-parents these days have a higher likelihood of going for joint custody as opposed to sole custody due to numerous factors. However, one thing can get in the way of a seamless co-parenting arrangement: distance. This is particularly difficult for co-parents in the...
What is the best season to file for divorce?
Some people want to get a divorce over as quickly as possible, while others are willing to wait until it is the right time. If you are planning to wait to file, it is important to consider the time of year. There are benefits and drawbacks to filing in each of the...
When may a spouse apply for temporary support?
A legal separation or divorce filing may result in the court awarding a soon-to-be ex-spouse temporary spousal support. As noted on the Judicial Council of California website, a judge could order a spouse to provide financial support while a couple finalizes their...
How can divorce be contagious?
When you and your spouse split, you may not think about the impact it may have on others. Likewise, if you have divorced friends, you may not believe their experience can determine your own. According to the Chicago Tribune, your divorce may be contagious. Negativity...
Tips for managing your high-asset divorce
When you are part of a couple with a high net worth, you have unique factors to account for if you are considering ending your marriage. Though the process is difficult for most people regardless of their financial circumstances, divorce becomes even more complicated...
How should I navigate a gray divorce?
Divorces affecting people age 50 or older are often referred to as gray divorce. According to Kiplinger, these situations are far more complex when it comes to finances. This is especially true when older couples have accumulated a fair amount of wealth during the...
What to know about hidden assets in a high-net-worth divorce
A complex, contentious divorce is a life-altering event for any family. A high-net-worth divorce presents extraordinary financial complications because of the large number of assets you and your spouse may own. The pain of divorce affects everyone in the family....
How may a divorce reveal if my spouse is hiding cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrencies have surged in popularity, and if you suspect your soon-to-be ex-spouse of holding digital assets, your divorce may help uncover them. As reported by CNBC, an estimated 20 million Americans own digital currencies, and their market value reached $2...