7 essential steps to take before filing for divorce

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7 Essential Steps to TakeBefore You File For Divorce

H O W D O P R E P A R E F O R M Y D I V O R C E ? & W H AT S H O U L D I E X P E C T ?

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DISCLAIMER

This presentation contains general information and does not constitute legal advice.

Be sure to direct specific questions about your own situation to an

attorney.

Essential Steps:

How To Prepare For Your Divorce

PREPARING FOR YOUR DIVORCE

- Getting Started

- The Seven Essential

Steps

- Questions & Help

Sections Covered

PART 1:

Getting Started

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“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”

-Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Fr

Before you begin this process

• I s t h i s m a r r i a g e t r u l y i r r e t r i e v a b l e ?

• C a n w e w o r k i t o u t ?

• W o u l d t a l k i n g t o a f a m i l y t h e r a p i s t h e l p u s ?

• H a s m y s p o u s e a l r e a d y g o t a n a tt o r n e y / fi l e d f o r d i v o r c e ?

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Q: Do I have to prove that my spouse did something wrong to get a divorce?

A: No. New Jersey permits a no-fault divorce.

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1 . A N A LY Z E : W h a t d o yo u wa n t yo u r f u t u r e t o l o o k l i ke ?

• Custody• Alimony• Assets / Debts• Relationships

What is your ideal outcome?

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2 . A S S E S S : H o w c i v i l i ze d c a n w e m a ke t h i s ?

• Mediation• Conscious Uncoupling• Collaborative Divorce• Uncontested• Litigation

“The more amicable the divorce, usually, the lower the cost.”

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Q: Is it better to be the one to file for divorce first?

A: No. It is irrelevant who files for divorce.

It is irrelevant who is the plaintiff or defendant in divorce, but there may be TIMING considerations. You cannot afford to make mistakes.

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3 . G E T O P T I O N S : W h o c a n re p re s e n t m e ?

Why a solo practitioner may not be the best attorney for you…

• Research law firms• Size • AVVO ratings• Reviews• Approach

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4 . G E T I N F O R M E D : W h at i s my ’a c t u a l ’ s i t u a ti o n ?

Safeguard your spending … and that of your spouses.

Understand your financials• Marital Assets & debts• Savings & balances

Understand your role within home:• Parenting responsibilities • Parenting time• Time away at work

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Q: Does my spouse (or do I) have to consent to a divorce?

A: No. Your spouse (or you) do not have to agree to the divorce.

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5 . G E T E X P E R T A DV I C E : W h a t s h o u l d I ex p e c t i n my c a s e ?

Note: One law firm cannot represent both spouses. Get your attorney of choice first.

Schedule a FREE consultation where you:

• Explain your situation• Ask questions & get answers• Understand your divorce strategy• Figure out your next steps

PART 2:

The Seven Essential Steps to Take Before Filing for Divorce

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After you retain an attorney, they are, then, able to work for you.

1. Have your initial consultation

2. FULL Disclosure

3. Hire your chosen attorney

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4. Determine grounds for divorce & discuss objectives

5. Devise Strategy that protects you now & safeguards your future

6. Work with Attorney to Complete Paperwork

7. Discuss Best Time to File with Your Attorney

Ensuring that you future-proof your divorce is the best decision you will ever make

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T O D I S C U S S Y O U R D I V O R C E I N N E W J E R S E Y

The process and information contained in this presentation pertains to New Jersey Divorce Law.

This presentation is for information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

For guidance on your specific situation, please contact a divorce attorney.