Divorce, Simply Stated (2nd Ed.)


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A comprehensive, easily understood divorce roadmap supplemented by a veteran divorce attorney¿s advice and rarely discussed strategies for attaining goals in divorce Renowned for his compassionate work in family law, divorce lawyer/mediator Larry Sarezky explains all the basics and much more in a bite-sized volume that soothes and even entertains as it educates. Flashes of humor, a golden retriever guide, and illustrations by the author's granddaughter (reminding parents to focus on their kids) keep readers engaged with priceless tips and strategies rarely accessed by divorcing spouses. Among a host of topics covered besides the basics of support, property division and children in divorce, are how to: work with lawyers, mediators and other divorce professionals; save legal fees; avoid unnecessary battles over children; avoid common but game-changing mistakes; use divorce tax rules. Readers will learn, for example, how to find the "Quality Divorce Lawyer Bargain Basement," how to be both proactive and frugal by "being your own paralegal" and secrets of legal fee billing that can make a lawyer with a higher hourly rate less expensive than a colleague charging less per hour.And all of this comes ¿from the kind of divorce lawyer anyone would want: funny, kind, laser-focused, nonjudgmental, and extremely informative¿. the book stands out for its calm, deliberate, and winning tone, which feels both reassuring and nurturing.¿ Foreword Clarion Reviews"THIS BOOK IS A MASTERPIECE!" raves Joanie Winberg, CEO of the National Association of Divorce for Women and Children. ¿Only Larry Sarezky could have written a book that contains all the divorce essentials plus priceless strategies for success and savings that you won't find anywhere else!¿




It Doesn't Have to Be That Way


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Shares a different approach to divorce resolution that will help readers better navigate through the emotional and financial devastation of a break-up.




Divorce in New York


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Providing accurate and objective information to help make the right decisions during a divorce in New York, this guide provides answers to 360 queries such as What is the mediation process in New York and is it required? How quickly can one get a divorce? Who decides who gets the cars, the pets, and the house? What actions might influence child custody? How are bills divided and paid during the divorce? How much will a divorce cost? and Will a spouse have to pay some or all attorney fees? Structured in a question-and-answer format, this divorce handbook provides clear and concise responses to help build confidence and give the peace of mind needed to meet the challenges of a divorce proceeding.




I Just Want This Done


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The Ultimate Divorce Organizer


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Here is your own personal divorce coach, designed to help you stay organized and effective through a potentially challenging and complicated process. Written by a divorce and life reinvention consultant and an expert divorce financial planner, this highly interactive guide provides a wealth of essential information, exercises, and advice about the legal, financial, and emotional aspects of divorce. 160 pages.




Divorce Wars


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Think the worst won't happen to you? Divorce can turn even the most sensible and perfectly nice people into malicious cutthroats. And while divorce is never easy, it can get downright nasty if your spouse wants to turn the process into the ffifiight of his or her life. Whether your spouse is vengeful, abusive, money-hungry, or just plain angry, a divorce can become prolonged, costly, and psychologically and emotionally damaging to your children. Here, Jeffery M. Leving, one of America's most prominent and experienced divorce lawyers, shows you how to win any divorce fair and square, even when your spouse brings out the heavy artillery. By giving real-life examples, Leving provides essential advice on everything from picking the right lawyer and devising a winning settlement strategy to getting the most from your day in court and dealing with an ex-spouse. Divorce Wars will help ensure you are acting wisely and effectively at every stage of the process, and will help you and your children survive even the most painful and difffiicult divorce.




Divorce in Washington


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Providing accurate and objective information to help make the right decisions during a divorce in Washington, this guide provides answers to 360 queries such as What is the mediation process in Washington and is it required? How quickly can one get a divorce? Who decides who gets the cars, the pets, and the house? What actions might influence child custody? How are bills divided and paid during the divorce? How much will a divorce cost? and Will a spouse have to pay some or all attorney fees? Structured in a question-and-answer format, this divorce handbook provides clear and concise responses to help build confidence and give the peace of mind needed to meet the challenges of a divorce proceeding.




The Life-Saving Divorce


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You Can Love God and Still Get a Divorce. And get this, God will still love you. Really. Are you in a destructive marriage? One of emotional, physical, or verbal abuse? Infidelity? Neglect? If yes, you know you need to escape, but you're probably worried about going against God's will. I have good news for you. You might need to divorce to save your life and sanity. And God is right beside you. In "The Life-Saving Divorce" You'll Learn: - How to know if you should stay or if you should go.- The four key Bible verses that support divorce for infidelity, neglect, and physical and/or emotional abuse. - Twenty-seven myths about divorce that aren't true for many Christians. - Why a divorce is likely the absolute best thing for your children. - How to deal with friends and family who disapprove of divorce. - How to find safe friends and churches after a divorce. Can you find happiness after leaving your destructive marriage? Absolutely yes! You can get your life back and flourish more than you thought possible. Are you ready? Then let's go. It's time to be free. This book includes multiple first-person interviews. Explains psychological abuse, gaslighting, the abuse cycle, Christian divorce and remarriage, children and divorce, domestic violence, parental alienation, mental abuse, and biblical reasons for divorce. Includes diagrams such as the Duluth Wheel of Power and Control (the Duluth Model) and the Abuse Cycle, as well as graphs based on Paul Amato's 2003 study analyzing Judith Wallerstein's book, The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce. Includes quotes by Leslie Vernick, Lundy Bancroft, Shannon Thomas, David Instone-Brewer, Natalie Hoffman, LifeWay Research, Kathleen Reay, Gottman Institute, Glenda Riley, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Steven Stosny, Michal Gilad, Leonie Westenberg, Nancy Nason-Clark, Julie Owens, Marg Mowczko, Justin Holcomb, Barna Group, Justin Lehmiller, Alan Hawkins, Brian Willoughby, William Doherty, Brad Wright, Bradford Wilcox, Sheila Gregoire, E Mavis Hetherington, John Kelly, Betsey Stevenson, Justin Wolfers, Norm Wright, Virginia Rutter, Judith Herman, and Bessel van der Kolk. Recommended reading list includes: Henry Cloud, John Townsend Boundaries books, Richard Warshack books.




Divorce and Your Money


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Avoid Costly Divorce Mistakes Ending a marriage may be the most challenging life event you will ever face. Whether you're contemplating divorce or in the middle of one right now, you need to be prepared to face the tough questions: What's going to happen to your lifestyle, money, and retirement? What pitfalls should you avoid, and what steps do you need to take to move forward? How do you protect your family, your children, and your future? If you're overwhelmed by the prospect of divorce or you're simply fed up with one-size-fits-all online articles and advice, you need Divorce and Your Money: How to Avoid Costly Divorce Mistakes. Written by Shawn Leamon, MBA, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and host of the #1 divorce financial podcast, Divorce and Your Money, this no-nonsense, user-friendly guide provides a complete plan for facing the tough decisions in your divorce. Shawn's work has been seen in Time, USA Today, Yahoo! Finance, Nasdaq, San Francisco Chronicle, and many other publications across the United States. His website, DivorceAndYourMoney.com has over 1 million viewers and his podcast has over 500,000 downloads. With the practical strategies outlined in Divorce and Your Money, you will take control of your divorce, your money, and your future. Learn the essentials of planning for your divorce, like how to choose the right divorce strategies, determine if your attorney is fighting for you, and how to move forward to benefit you and your family.




Divorce Is Not for Dummies


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Divorce - once you've made the decision, you just want to get through it as quickly and painlessly as possible. If you have kids, you'll try anything to keep them from feeling broken. But you only have one chance to do it right. You can be SMART - bring in the right experts for your divorce, gather all the information, and you'll be sure to make the decisions that are BEST for YOU. Think your lawyer will advise you on the best settlement? Think again. Filing the proper documents and protecting your rights is their job. They are not financial advisors or accountants. Divorce is NOT for Dummies is your best defense against financial loss. It puts YOU in control with the knowledge you need to confidently negotiate a win-win agreement. Nancy, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, shares with you strategies that have benefited her clients. You'll learn: -The documents to gather and how to get organized. -Do It Yourself, Mediation, or Lawyer Assisted? Which divorce method is right for you? -How to ensure all assets and property are accounted for and who really owns what. -How child support and alimony come into play. Don't get divorced without it! Nancy founded Smarter Divorce Solutions in 2011 after going through her own less-than-optimal divorce process. She has over 16 years of experience in both investment management and financial planning. In 2012 she joined Registered Investment Advisor firm Clarity Financial where she also provides full service financial planning and investment management. She is a Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF(TM)), a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA(TM)), an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), a Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor (CMFC) and a trained mediator. Nancy holds the Phoenix, 2015 Business Owner of the Year award from the National Association of Women Business Owners, was a 2014 Finalist in the BBB Business Ethics Awards, and is a frequent volunteer for the Fresh Start Foundation for Women. For more information or to contact Nancy please visit her website at: www.SmarterDivorceSolutions.com