Even when they’re easy, divorces are hard. What does that mean? It can be very hard when two divorcing parties do not get on, as everyone knows. But even when a divorce is amicable, there can still be considerable stress and strain involved. That’s why it’s important that you have a good understanding of the things you might need in advance, to help guide you through the process.
The first thing to do is get a better understanding of divorce and its side effects, to ensure you’re prepared going forward.
So what do you need to think about?
1. The Right People
You need to surround yourself with people who can help you in every way possible. You need people who can help you with your legal queries, your psychological concerns, your financial prospects, your spiritual element, and the practicalities of childcare if applicable. Surrounding yourself with the right people or seeking the help you need is a key first step.
2. Gather your Personal Info
Divorces deal with information. Lots of information. So you need to gather everything about yourself, including all your personal details, the nature of your finances, your employment payment details, proof of residency, and more. Your legal team can provide you with a checklist of information you’re likely to need. It’s worth compiling all of this information into a single accessible document if possible, so you always know where to find the right information you need whenever it’s required of you. You also need the particulars of your spouse, and any children involved. Finding this information may not be easy, but it’s necessary.
3. Split up your Property and Belongings
With all your key information held it’s time to start determining what belongs to who. A difficulty of shared finances is that it often leads to fighting over shared property and belongings. A key psychological aspect to consider is what you actually need, what has the most sentimental value to you, and what you can’t do without. Sometimes it’s easier to let certain things go to facilitate an easier separation. You should also be considering the needs and ongoing ownership of any pets you share. If you’re going to be leaving the marriage property, finding yourself accommodation even on a temporary basis is also a priority.
Finding the Right People to Help you
This checklist only scratches the surface of what you’ll need to successfully navigate your divorce, and of course, it all depends entirely on your personal circumstances. For a more bespoke approach, you should consider contacting legal professionals.
The specialists at Cordell & Cordell offer expert legal advice, and can help you to gather what you need in order to see your divorce through.