Divorce and Facebook

On February 27, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Divorce Information, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

People are cheating on their spouses using Facebook—and divorce lawyers are using the scene of the crime as evidence.  Divorce lawyers have seen a massive spike in the use of social-networking information as evidence of infidelity, and more. If you are anticipating a divorce, you should be prudent and close your Facebook page immediately!  Your postings on MySpace […]

Divorce Lawyers

On February 26, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Lawyers & Legal Matters, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

The real reason why the Ten Commandments isn’t posted in any courthouse in the nation is because you cannot post —”Thou shalt not steal” —” Thou shalt not commit adultery” and, most importantly, —” Thou shalt not lie” in a building filled with lawyers, judges, and politicians.  It would create a hostile work environment.

Lady Breadwinners

On February 24, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Marriage, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

Recent findings show that  nearly a quarter of American wives are now their family’s breadwinner.  Women enjoy having the power of control and independence; but women also face the cultural expectation of taking care of the children, even when they are working. Statistics show that women make 80% of the buying decisions in American homes (The Shriver Report, 2009).

Learn From Other’s Mistakes

On February 20, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

“You must learn from the mistakes of others.  You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.” —Sam Levenson

Confidence

On February 6, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Leslye's Quotes and Notes, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

“Confidence has a funny way of turning into overconfidence and then into arrogance.” —Pamela Fiori, Editor in Chief, Town and Country magazine

Legal Separation or Divorce

On February 4, 2010, in Blog, Divorce, Divorce Advice, Divorce Information, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

Unlike a divorce, a legal separation does not put an end to your marriage.  The same issues addressed during the divorce process are also addressed in a legal separation agreement.  You remain legally married while choosing to live separately.  A legal separation can protect your interests until you decide to file for divorce. Your separation agreement sets […]

Women and Divorce

On February 3, 2010, in Blog, Divorce Advice, Divorce Information, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

No woman gets married with divorce on her mind—but current statistics suggest that nearly half of all newlyweds today will face divorce.  Women need to prepare for divorce while they are still happily married, because they generally come out of the divorce with significantly less financial resources than men. They must protect themselves just in case… My eBook, “The […]

After A Divorce

On February 1, 2010, in Blog, Divorce, Divorce Advice, Prepare for Divorce, by leslye

After a divorce, women experience less stress and are better adjusted than men. Some of the reasons for this are: 1.  Women are more likely to be aware  that  marital problems exist and are relieved when the pressure of the problems are gone; 2.   Women are more likely than men to get emotional support; […]