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Does a spouse have claim to an inheritance in divorce?

Most people say the worst part of getting a divorce is dividing assets and debts. Because of heightened emotions and hurt feelings, most people are typically worried about how much their spouse will get and whether they are getting a fair deal or not.

But for people with unique assets, like inheritance money, concern can go beyond how much their spouse will get, changing into concern over whether their spouse will have a claim to those assets at all.

3 tips for effective co-parenting after a divorce

Deciding to end your marriage can be hard enough on a married couple, but when children are involved, the challenges can be even greater. While you may prefer to never interact with your soon-to-be former spouse again, the reality after a divorce involving kids is that you will likely have some degree of affiliation with your ex moving forward.

Consequently, it’s wise to consider how you will learn to co-parent with your ex soon after considering a divorce. Making the transition as smooth as possible is typically the goal for most parents.

The impact of domestic violence on divorce

Divorce is rarely an easy process, and it can be made more difficult when there are abuse issues involved. If you’re a woman divorcing your abusive husband, there are some things you can do to help make the process of ending your marriage easier on you.

Being honest with your attorney

Telling your attorney the truth is very important. All too often, women aren’t direct about what is taking place in their marriage when they file for divorce. There can be several reasons for this, including:

Dealing with children during a divorce

Georgia parents who are thinking about getting a divorce may be understandably hesitant for fear of its potential impact on their children. While ending a marriage can be difficult for young children, it’s possible to act in a way that provides for their well-being and avoids inflicting a needless amount of stress on them in the process.

Prenuptial agreements becoming more popular

More and more people in Georgia and around the country are deciding to enter into prenuptial agreements before they marry, with the agreements especially becoming more popular with millennials. There are several reasons why these agreements may be a good idea for those who are getting married, but they must be written in a manner that is legally valid in order to stand up in court.

Steps to reduce conflict between divorced parents

Many divorcing Georgia couples hope for a clean break and a fresh start, but those with children will often have to spend considerable time with each other. Divorced parents may feel that coming to an agreement regarding custody arrangements and visitation schedules is the most difficult part of the process, but moving on and working together as a parenting team is sometimes hard for them as well.

Holidays may be more stressful in divorced households

Georgia parents who have obtained a divorce or who have been considering ending their marriage might already be aware of the difficulties associated with the holiday season. Since both parents usually want to be with their child or children during the Christmas season, there is often a conflict of interest between the two parents. It is a well known fact that family courts have a heavier caseload around the holiday season.

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