Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process that involves making several legal, financial and personal decisions. With the overwhelming pressure of the process, it is not uncommon for individuals to find themselves entangled in common pitfalls that can...
Month: May 2024
Does social media play a significant role during a divorce?
In today's digital age, social media has become prevalent in our daily existence, often serving as a mirror reflecting its users’ personal milestones, challenges and everyday affairs. As such, it can play a substantial role in various life events, such as marriages...
The challenges of divorcing a spouse with mental illness
Ending a marriage is a tough decision for anyone. It becomes even more difficult when this decision stems from conflicts brought about by a mental illness. When left unmanaged, mental health conditions could have serious implications on the dynamics of a marriage,...
Ways to support your child’s emotional well-being during divorce
If you are going through a divorce and you have a child, expect that they may experience a range of emotions, such as sadness, confusion and guilt. In these trying times, it is crucial for you to be present and support your child’s emotional well-being more than ever....
3 overlooked financial considerations in a divorce
Usually, a major concern for separating spouses is their financial protection and security after the divorce. However, despite this, there are still several financial considerations that divorcing parties often overlook, which can have long-term implications. Some of...
Exploring mediation as an approach to divorce resolution
Unlike what many people may think, divorce is not a one-way path, with traditional litigation paving the way. There are alternative ways to approach divorce while minimizing conflict and reaching amicable resolutions. One of these alternative methods is mediation. The...
How paternity affects divorce
Establishing paternity is an important part of the divorce process in Alaska if a couple has minor children. Paternity will determine who is responsible financially for the children and can also factor into the child custody order. Once paternity has been legally...
Avoid these common summer vacation child custody issues
As summer approaches, many Alaskan families may be thinking about taking a vacation. Those who are recently divorced may have concerns about summer custody schedules and how that will allow both parents to spend some quality time with their children this summer. Those...