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Oct 29, 2018

Question #2: My husband and I have agreed to separate, but I am the one that will move out of our house, leaving behind all of our assets. I don’t even know where to begin to make sure that I am protected, and my belongings are protected and everything is done fairly. I live in Virginia and I don’t even know what my rights are. I’m nervous and frightened. Can you offer any advice?

I cannot overemphasize the need to consult with an experienced, divorce attorney-mediator in your area who can assist you in making all the necessary decisions to equitably divide your marital assets and provide support for you as you begin to live apart. You to not mention any children, but if there are minor children involved, […]

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Oct 29, 2018

Question #173: I went through a New York divorce a few years ago, and the unnecessary stress and financial burden incurred was ridiculous. The so-called “adversarial” lawyers dragged out the proceedings, but it was clear, in court, that they and the judge were all buddies. My ex and I paid out a combined $20,000 and wasted two years of our lives in a contested divorce (I filed using grounds of cruel and inhuman treatment; the divorce was granted, however, using “abandonment” as grounds.) The whole game was so painful, I felt as though I should have sued the State of New York for cruel and inhuman treatment. Now one of my children is contemplating divorce. Please, New York State, don’t torture her the way you tortured her father and me!

Have them consider mediation. It’s a whole lot better and cheaper and much more civilized! Leonard Weiner, Esq./Divorce Solutions

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