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Divorce is Inevitable. What should I do?

Divorce is inevitable. What advice should I get from my divorce lawyer?

You’ve tried everything and it still isn’t working out. Although nobody has said the word yet, it seems that divorce is inevitable.

This is an important time for preparing for the future. But what steps are necessary so you can take care of yourself?

Talk to a Lawyer

At first, you may question whether or not you really need a lawyer for your divorce

It’s important to take a deep breath and take stock of the situation. During the time immediately before a divorce you will be under a lot of emotional stress. It can be extremely difficult to make a clear headed decision.

You want to find a divorce lawyer who is familiar with your situation and has the necessary experience to guide you through it. Consulting with a lawyer in the early stages of your divorce will help guarantee that you don’t make a crucial and costly misstep along the way.

Figure Out your Finances

Gathering an accurate and up-to-date picture of your finances is crucial.

It is also vital to have a good sense of your financial situation. If your spouse is cooperative, now is an important time to have a discussion about your outstanding debts, credit card accounts, loans, etc.

You will also need to have a discussion about your matrimonial home and any ongoing mortgage or rent payments. The last thing you want is to open a whole a new can of worms by forgetting to manage important payments and suddenly have creditors come knocking on your door.

Overall, your goal is to ensure that there are no surprises in you and your ex’s finances once you start hammering out an agreement. Having clear oversight of the situation also allows your lawyer to give a more accurate appraisal of what you are up against.

Take Care of your Emotional Health

During this time there will be a lot of focus on living situations, finances and future arrangements. It can be a very trying or stressful time in your life.

With all this attention on practical matters, it can be easy to neglect your emotional health. Taking the time to talk with a therapist, counselor or even a close friend can keep you open-mind and strong throughout your divorce.

By making the effort to maintain an optimistic attitude for the future, you can come through your divorce with a fresh and positive outlook on life.