Book Description

Everything you need to take charge of your divorce and get what you deserve Divorce is overwhelming enough without having to deal with the financial, personal, and legal minutia. The Divorce Organizer and Planner equips you with dozens of worksheets, logs, and checklists, as well as expert advice and explanations, to help you create a complete, accessible record of absolutely everything you'll need to confidently tackle the legal, emotional, and financial aspects of divorce. These organizational tools and interactive forms are available for download from the accompanying CD-ROM and online. This second edition has been updated for our connected world, with advice on social media, smartphone usage, electronic filing, and more. You'll discover how to: Find and work with an attorney who's right for you and who will give you the biggest bang for your legal buck Keep clear records of alimony, child support, and children's expenses Use social media wisely and protect your online privacy Manage a child’s contact with a spouse through the Internet and on the phone Develop a personal property inventory, a budget, and a wish list for property division Successfully negotiate with your spouse and keep stress to a minimum Navigate through the legal system so you're fully prepared Learn about the various settlement options, such as mediation and arbitration Plan for the tasks that arise once the divorce is final The Divorce Organizer and Planner empowers you with the knowledge and tools you need to take control of your divorce.