DIVORCE LITIGATION
Going through a divorce can be a very sticky and costly situation. It is usually very emotionally charged, and you don’t want to make a permanent decision in the heat of the moment. The key is to have the right person to help you prepare financially for the end result because asset and debt distribution will affect you for the rest of your life. You can increase your chances of arriving at a settlement that fully addresses your long-term financial needs with proper planning and expert help from professionals specializing in financially equitable divorce settlements,
Developing comprehensive insight of the short and long-term financial effects of divorce can save valuable time, money, and distress, especially if the process is conducted early in the legal proceedings. Many separating couples seek individual legal assistance before assessing their financial situation. While lawyers serve a crucial role as individual legal advocates, they are not necessarily there to explain financial consequences in detail.
Some key elements to be aware of are:
✔ How a financial analysis is conducted and who conducts it is very important. Financial decisions must be made that not only take care of immediate needs, but needs down the road in the future as well.
✔ Understanding the issues at hand is important. You need to think through what the divorce will really cost you in the long run and develop a realistic monthly budget during the financial analysis process. Expenses such as life insurance, health insurance, and cost of living increases must be taken into consideration when agreeing on a final financial settlement.
✔ Being able to think creatively will help get you to a point of satisfaction. However, you must be cognizant of all tax liabilities and benefits.