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When facing a divorce, especially when it’s sudden and unexpected, or children are involved, emotions can get overwhelming. It’s easy for things to get heated, which makes the process infinitely more difficult. In order for both parties to achieve a favorable outcome, it’s recommended that you attempt to keep things as amicable as possible, both for you and your children.
Here’s some advice for keeping you divorce amicable:
1. Embrace strategies to deal with the emotional difficulty.
Even an amicable divorce creates intense feelings of loss and sadness. In many cases, one person doesn’t want a divorce and will be struggling with feelings of anger and abandonment. But, that doesn’t mean it’s not difficult for the one who initiates the divorce, who can feel guilty and anxious about hurting someone they care about. These feelings, left unmanaged, can easily lead to poor decisions. It’s important to take time to process your emotions. Consider visiting a therapist or developing effective coping mechanisms.
2. Employ a mediator.
A qualified mediator will help you and facilitate difficult conversations and disagreements to help you come to mutual decisions about what to do with your house, retirement savings, assets, and other common issues. Mediators are neutral parties that address the concerns of both spouses in order to keep things as amicable as possible. Mediators don’t work for all couples, but for many it can mean the difference between a fast, favorable resolution and a long, drawn-out, and difficult divorce.
3. Consult with an attorney.
Attorneys can serve a number of functions in the divorce process. Initially, if the divorce is still amicable, an attorney can provide you with valuable advice. In the event that the divorce becomes adversarial, you will have already established a relationship with the attorney, allowing him to better represent you. Either way, you will have access to the legal information and assistance required to achieve the results you need.
If you’re going through a divorce, it’s important to obtain an attorney who has experience in dealing with situations like yours. The attorney’s at Bailey Smith & Bailey have years of experience working with every aspect of divorce. Contact them today to schedule a free consultation and discover how they can help you get the results you need.