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Concealed finances may be part of contentious child support case

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Child Support on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

No two divorce cases are the same. Each one comes with its own wrinkles and intricacies that make it complex and, in some ways, interesting. However, the important thing to remember is that no matter what issues are at play in your divorce, there are ways to negotiate, mediate or ultimately get through the tough times; and come out the other side with a new lease on life. That's really what divorce is all about -- it may be portrayed as a problem, but really, it's a solution to your problems.

What many Broward County residents may not realize is that one of the most straining aspects to a divorce is whether or not child support will play a role in the split. It can require delicate negotiations to handle such an issue; but, in the end, both parties know that they need to do what is in the best interests of the child.

Levy’s quiet divorce an example of how split can be civil

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.

More often than not when we talk about a celebrity divorce, the details of the split usually involve a bit of nastiness from one of the parties (or, in some situations, both). However, that is not always the case. Just like with everyday couples in Omaha, Nebraska, those who are considering divorce in the celebrity realm can have extreme divorces, or very simple and unassuming divorces.

Take Jane Levy as an example. The 23-year-old actress, known for her role on the TV show "Suburgatory," is filing for divorce from her husband, roughly two years after the two wed. Few people were even aware that the two were a married couple.

Aniston and Theroux to wed, but there will be no prenup

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Thursday, May 9, 2013.

Jennifer Aniston, the actress of "Friends" fame, and Justin Theroux are getting married in the near future. After more than two years of dating and a proposal by Theroux in 2012, the celebrity couple is ready to tie the knot. Aniston's love life has been the subject of many tabloid headlines over the years; and while you would think this relationship would be different, you would be wrong.

Aniston announced that she will not sign a prenup with Theroux, as she is too happy and in love to "taint" the relationship with a prenup. It is a very noble move, but apparently some of Aniston's friends are a bit worried that her decision to reject a prenuptial agreement could backfire on her down the line.

Kardashian, Humphries finally reach divorce settlement

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Tuesday, April 30, 2013.

As we have talked about numerous times on this blog, the divorce of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries has gone on far longer than their marriage (the latter lasted only 72 days; while the former has been going on for more than 17 months). This saga has captured the attention of many Americans, and has filled the tabloid headlines many times over the course of the year-and-a-half split.

Well, things have finally reached their conclusion in the Kardashian-Humphries saga: a divorce settlement was finalized recently, and all that is needed to complete the split is each party's signature.

Proactive discussions can ward off marriage-wrecking money woes

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Monday, April 22, 2013.

Ask any married couple in Nebraska, and they will probably tell you that money is the biggest source of conflict in their marriage. Indeed, financial issues are one of the most frequently cited reasons for divorce, both in Nebraska and throughout the United States.

Much of the problem comes from the fact that so many people find it difficult to talk openly and honestly about money. Instead of addressing problems head-on, they let them fester until they become so big that a fight is inevitable.

A few reminders about how divorce will affect your finances

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Tuesday, April 16, 2013.

Divorce inherently involves a person's finances. When a couple files for divorce, every financial aspect of their lives can be thrown into tumult. Retirement accounts can be divided; pensions need to be sorted out; current assets, bank accounts and, yes, even debts can be split amongst the divorcing spouses.

With so many complex layers happening during a divorce, it can be easy to forget about some of the basic things in your life that will change in the wake of the divorce. With that in mind, here are a few things to remember when you and your soon-to-be-ex decide it's time to call it quits:

Destroyed car the latest example why divorce civility is vital

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Monday, April 8, 2013.

Sometimes people will go to ridiculous lengths to get back at their spouse or ex-spouse when a divorce is imminent or completed. In many cases, these stories involve a cheating spouse -- and they seem to be more prominent nowadays. The trend of a jilted lover wreaking havoc and then posting it online for everyone to see has reached near-epidemic proportions.

The most recent entry into this wave of behavior comes from Reddit, which had a page showing a destroyed vehicle. The windshield was cracked (as if someone took a baseball bat to it); the tires were popped; and the whole car was spray painted with terms such as "liar" and "cheater."

Some things to consider about being the first to file for divorce

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Wednesday, April 3, 2013.

How a married Nebraska couple that is going through relationship difficulties comes to the conclusion that divorce is the answer varies from couple to couple. Some couples may overtly discuss it; some couples may secretly talk about it with friends and blindside their spouse with a filing; and other couples may not talk about it at all, but deep down they know it is going to happen.

No matter how it occurs, filing first can be a good thing. That is not a universal result though. So here are a few things to consider when divorce is on the table:

A few things to consider about prenuptial agreements

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Family Law on Wednesday, March 27, 2013.

We recently talked about prenuptial agreements on this blog -- specifically a case where a woman successfully challenged the prenuptial agreement she was tied to. Such an outcome is rare, but the choice to challenge a prenuptial agreement will become more common with major cases ending like this.

Considering the important nature of prenuptial agreements, let's take a moment to discuss some of the aspects of these contracts.

Kids with divorced parents more likely to smoke later in life

On behalf of Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO posted in Divorce on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

There are so many things that splitting parents are dealing with during a divorce that, sometimes, it can be difficult to keep your focus on the one thing that matters most -- your children. Divorced parents do not neglect their kids on purpose, nor do they want to; they simply have a lot on their plate during a stressful time, and that can impact their ability to stay connected with their kids or to show up to events that are important to their son or daughter.

Bringing in an attorney as soon as possible to try and expedite your divorce process can let you focus on the things that really matter in your life. If you and your spouse are willing to negotiate on integral things in your divorce, then an attorney can help find that middle ground that leaves both parents happy with the split.

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