Preparing for Divorce

 Posted on November 13, 2015 in Divorce

When you and your spouse have reached the point that you decide to end your marriage, you could feel like your entire world has spun out of control. You might know intellectually what to expect, such as meeting with attorneys and the court to determine the terms of your divorce settlement, but feel emotionally frozen and unable to mentally tackle these issues. Getting yourself into the right mindset to proceed with your divorce is key to moving through the process efficiently.

It is important to take certain steps to make the divorce process easier for you. Because every couple's circumstances are unique, every divorce is unique. Work with an experienced divorce attorney to determine how the circumstances present in your divorce case can make certain preparation steps more urgent or not applicable to your case.

Gather All of your Financial Records

A big part of the divorce process is dividing a couple's assets among the divorcing parties. Scrambling to locate your pay stubs, stock and bond certificates, and outstanding loan information can be stressful when you are balancing it with attorney meetings and managing your daily routine, so make it a point to gather these documents early in the divorce process so you have them ready to view at all times.

Your attorney will tell you which financial documents you will need for your divorce. Make copies of each of these to give to the court and any other professionals involved in the process.

Take Care of Yourself

It can be easy to neglect your exercise routine and live on fast food when you are working through the divorce process, but avoid these temptations. By keeping yourself in good health, you can make it easier to face the challenges you will face with your divorce.

Document Your Possessions

Tangible objects, such as cars and furniture, are also considered when dividing marital property between a divorcing couple. Take inventory of all of your possessions so you have a handy reference sheet when dividing your property with your spouse. Make a special note of property that is not subject to division, which includes any property you held before entering the marriage and any assets or valuables you received through inheritance or as gifts.

Behave Yourself

Although it can sound simple or even a bit patronizing, it is important that you do not do anything that can reflect poorly on your character while your divorce is pending. This includes talking badly about your former partner on social media or to your child, wild partying with alcohol and drug use, and any other type of behavior that can be construed as aggressive against your former partner or the court. You might be frustrated, but it is critical that you keep these frustrations separate from your divorce.

Kane County Divorce Attorneys

Divorce is rarely a process that can be described as “easy.” However, there are ways to make your divorce less stressful. By knowing what to expect with your divorce case, you can make the divorce process much easier on yourself. Contact our team of experienced Kane County divorce attorneys at Goostree Law Group today to schedule your initial legal consultation with our firm. We can answer your questions and help you prepare for all the potential obstacles you can face with your divorce.

Sources:

http://accounting-simplified.com/financial/statements/types.html

http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2086&ChapterID=59