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5 Tips To Get Through A Divorce That Goes To Court

24 October 2018

Estelle Mathieu

It may be ideal to work out all details of a divorce outside of court, but sometimes it's not possible to do so. Divorce procedures can be quite complicated, and disagreement can be deal breakers for either spouse. Custody, spousal support, and property divisions can easily be areas of conflict when trying to make a joint decision. Here are some tips you should follow if you feel like your divorce looks like it will go beyond mediation and be decided by a judge.

Work Out Minor Issues

You may know that you have major issues that a judge will need to decide on, but that doesn't mean that you should give up and head straight to the courtroom. You will want to work out every minor issue can be resolved in mediation. This saves time that you spend in actual court, which saves you money in court cost and legal fees. You must consider what is worth fighting for, and what things you can easily compromise on.

Consider Therapy

Going through a divorce can be tough on a family, especially when you have kids. It may be worth it to go to therapy to work out some problems that are not necessarily part of the divorce. Working on coping skills and improving your mental state can help everyone get through the process.

Leave Emotions Behind

Many people let their emotions get the best of them when they are in the courtroom, and it can cause the worst side of you to come out. You should stay focused on resolving issues and try to put emotions aside when you are in court.

Try Mediation Again

If you're not a fan of how courtroom proceedings are going, know that you can always revisit mediation. Don't be afraid to open up communication with your spouse and try to make a joint decision on tough issues once again. It will help to remind your spouse that mediation is where you both have total control over the outcome and can make joint decisions, while the say of a judge is final.

Keep Kids Away From Court

Avoid situations where your kids need to be brought to court during a divorce. Get someone else to watch them on days where you both need to attend court to help prevent the divorce proceedings from becoming a traumatic experience.

With these tips in mind, it should be easier going through a divorce that ends up in the courtroom. Speak to a family attorney for more help.

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