Co-parenting virtual visitation arrangements have become increasingly popular in the last decade or so. This trend makes perfect sense, as regular electronic contact between parents and kids – and between co-parents as well – can help everyone who needs to stay...
Month: January 2024
Take the proper steps when closing a shared account
If you’re getting a divorce, it is probably a good idea to close your shared accounts. You and your spouse may have shared retirement accounts, shared investment portfolios and shared bank accounts. While the two of you were married, this just made it easier to handle...
Rules for social media during a divorce
Digital platforms are deeply embedded in daily life. For individuals going through a divorce, understanding how to responsibly use social media is essential. Missteps in this area can have unintended consequences. Social media posts, including comments, pictures and...
Why January sees a surge in divorce filings
January, a month synonymous with new beginnings and resolutions, ironically earns another title in the United States—“divorce month.” It might sound surprising, but the reasons behind this phenomenon are as complex as putting up holiday decorations in the middle of a...
How can you prepare your children for a January divorce?
For most couples who file for divorce in January, the decision to dissolve the marriage is often already made even before the previous year’s festive season. Many of these couples wait until January to start divorce proceedings to maintain a semblance of normalcy for...