On Behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton |
When it comes to divorce, people often have many misconceptions about divorce and how it is always a great disaster for spouses. The good news is that this is simply not true. Many couples decide that they want to divorce and do so safely and amicably.
However, this can be a double-edged sword. Often, when couples want a quick, easy divorce, they choose online forms that can cause great legal problems. Fortunately, there is a way to achieve a legally sound divorce without enduring a lengthy and costly legal battle.
If you want your divorce simple and straightforward, the guidance of an experienced attorney can help you quickly reach an agreement and fill out the proper forms, without putting you in danger of consequences down the road.
If you and your spouse know that you want a divorce, and believe that you can quickly and easily come to an agreement about your divorce settlement, then you are a good candidate for a simple divorce.
Divorces often devolve into a fight because one or both spouses try to use the process to punish the other person, or because one or both sides refuse to be reasonable about the terms of the divorce settlement.
If you and your spouse are willing to put those differences aside and work together to reach a sound legal agreement, you can avoid months of a divorce battle and save yourself thousands of dollars in the process.
In the eyes of the law, a divorce is the dissolution of a business relationship, so you can’t just decide you’re no longer married. Doing so could land you in hot water, or leave you vulnerable to liability for your spouse’s actions and debts.
It is important to consult with an experienced attorney when you wish to divorce. Without proper legal guidance, you may file an incomplete or unsafe divorce petition.
With divorce mediation, you get to meet with an attorney who helps you and your spouse walk through the process and ensure that you don’t skip any important issues. In many cases, you can accomplish this in only one session.
Not only will you save a great deal of money by keeping the process brief, you may also save yourself from heartache later on by ensuring that your settlement addresses key components of a legally sound divorce. You certainly don’t want poorly prepared documents to leave you liable to each other in some way.
Just because you’re getting divorced doesn’t mean you have to be miserable or spiteful. It is truly possible to conduct an amicable and even kind divorce process with a spouse you care for but no longer want as a spouse.
It is important to choose the guidance of an experienced attorney who can help you achieve the painless, straightforward divorce you want. With proper legal guidance, your rights remain protected while setting you both up for success in the next chapter of life, no matter where that may take you.
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