Separation
Divorce Wisdom: When Not to Listen to the Advice of Others
If you are going through a divorce, you are no stranger to the advice of loved ones who mean well, but ultimately may not know what is best for you and your unique situation. Your family and friends, after all, only want the best for you. They are on your side one hundred percent, which…
Read MoreDating after Divorce
Beginning to date after a divorce can be tough. After all, you have been through a lot in your previous relationship, to put it mildly, and you may find it difficult to jump back into the dating pool. Dating someone who is also going through a divorce can pose further challenges. While dating someone who…
Read MoreSharing Friends after Divorce
While divorce often poses unique issues to each couple navigating the complicated, emotionally wrought path, there are often overlapping issues that are widely experienced by those facing the end of a marriage. Splitting assets, property and material goods can be difficult, tedious and time-consuming. Navigating custody decisions, parental responsibilities and family life can be heartbreaking.…
Read MoreFlushing the Negative at Mantokuji
Before modern divorce, the Mantokuji temple in Japan was known as the “divorce temple” — a place where women could separate from their husbands before law granted them the legal right to do so. Historically, until the 19th century, Mantokuji was a women-only convent that assisted women in ending their marriages. At the time, divorce…
Read MoreRemember to Breath: Taking Care of Yourself During a Divorce
Divorce is a difficult decision, and it is one that leaves many impending problems in its wake. It is important to consider the repercussions on your family, your finances, and your estate. But there is another thing to consider, that can often fall by the wayside when dealing with such an emotionally-wrought decision: YOU and your…
Read MoreSocial Media, Marriage and Divorce in China, 140 Characters at a Time
Marriage and divorce are huge decisions and both are not made hastily. At Fields and Dennis, we deal with the repercussions of divorce on a daily basis, finding resolutions to some of the most difficult situations. Divorce is not something easily decided upon by our clients, but sometimes it is the only solution. In our…
Read MoreGetting a Divorce on a Budget
It’s easy to dismiss the costly nature of divorce when your emotional stability is at stake. But remember, as soon as a couple decides to separate, the divorce process immediately becomes more costly. Expenses that were previously shared, including rent and mortgage, are essentially doubled. Even if couples try to live under the same roof,…
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