Blog posts are listed below by the newest post first.
If you would rather explore by topic, please visit the Divorce Content Index page. Also view or listen to BJ on her Videos and Podcasts page.
Blog posts are listed below by the newest post first.
If you would rather explore by topic, please visit the Divorce Content Index page. Also view or listen to BJ on her Videos and Podcasts page.
While most of my blog posts provide divorce wisdom and information, the following post provides marriage wisdom. It seems fitting to include this perspective as it may provide insight on reconnecting, healing, and how there are different stages to relationships and marriage. The nine tips at the bottom are essential life ingredients for everyone. Thank […]
Divorce is complicated. The following is a comprehensive list of issues that need to be discussed so that the final divorce papers are thorough and complete. Not all items on the list will be relevant to you. This list is the same whether you use mediation or work with attorneys. Keep in mind other issues […]
New York State provides formulas and guidelines to help divorcing couples (and the associated courts) navigate whether spousal maintenance will be paid, and if so, how much. If either temporary or post-divorce spousal maintenance is to be paid, the first step is agree on an amount. Coming to Agreement on TSM or SM As explained […]
Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony, is a court-ordered award to one former spouse from another. It begins after a divorce has been made final. Courts have discretion in deciding whether or not to make an award of spousal maintenance. It’s a complicated subject because of ever-changing gender and marital roles. For an overview of […]
While a couple is working through the divorce process, one spouse may still need money from the other. This money may be needed to pay bills and take care of his or her other needs until the financial details are worked out and the divorce becomes final. For an overview of alimony/spousal maintenance, please read […]