On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Sep 21, 2020 | Divorce
Regardless of whether you initiate it, divorce can be a complex emotional and financial transaction that can have serious ramifications for years, perhaps even decades, to come. But there is a path forward. It might not sound possible right now, but there are things...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Sep 9, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce is a very personal and intimate process. A couple going through a divorce must navigate decades of financial records, insurance policies, deeds, and estate planning documents. Couples often rehash old grievances while they manage frayed emotions and a...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Sep 8, 2020 | Divorce
When a spouse files for divorce, they take on several new challenges. Living and interacting as a couple can become strained and full of anxiety as spouses wait for court dates or to hear back from a lawyer. Over the last 20 years, many couples have found that using...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Aug 13, 2020 | Divorce
Finances and how each spouse handles money can be a constant source of stress in any marriage and may lead to divorce. While one spouse wants to save for retirement or a kids’ college fund, the other spends a family’s money as if it burns a hole in their pocket...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Jul 26, 2020 | Divorce
There are many details to be considered and addressed when filing for divorce, but it is also smart to prepare for the negotiation process mentally. There are some important things to remember during a negotiation, whether it is sitting down with a spouse and your...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Jun 23, 2020 | Divorce
Some fall in love with ambitious people. They likely found the trait attractive or even comforting, thinking that this partnership will be quite successful. At some point, they may have shifted direction, moving from an executive position at a company to starting a...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Jun 12, 2020 | Divorce
Dividing assets in a divorce are often one of the most complicated parts of the process. Because couples rarely split everything in half, the two sides go through a process of valuing everything so that they can arrive at a fair and equitable agreement. While this may...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Jun 11, 2020 | Divorce
When people get a divorce, in addition to dividing shared property, they may also have debts that one or both people will be responsible for. The average age for a first divorce is 30, and this means that many people who are getting a divorce might have student loans....
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | Jun 10, 2020 | Divorce
The signs were subtle and then blatant. After decades of marriage, you know that your union is in trouble. Your spouse “turned the key,” while you had expected to stay married until one of you died. For nearly anyone, gray divorce causes emotional and financial...
On behalf of Pearson & Paris, P.S.C. | May 29, 2020 | Divorce
The federal tax deadline was pushed back to July 15 to accommodate the challenges taxpayers face amidst the pandemic. Early filers likely did their taxes before the announcement, but there are still many who will wait until the last possible moment to do it. One...
