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Divorce Happens: Survival Scenarios: “Help, my spouse emptied out the children’s college accounts!”
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Divorce Happens: Survival Scenarios: “Help, my spouse emptied out the children’s college accounts!”

What if your spouse emptied the kids’ college fund? Divorce expert Donna Cates, CDFA, explains your rights, recovery options, and steps to protect assets. Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Donna Cates shares what to do if college savings vanish in divorce. Learn the legal implications, how to protect remaining funds, and how to document evidence so you can safeguard your children’s future.

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What Happens If the Divorce Petitioner Misses the First Court Hearing?
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What Happens If the Divorce Petitioner Misses the First Court Hearing?

What happens if the divorce petitioner misses the first hearing? Courts may reschedule, move forward without them, or take their absence into account—especially in custody decisions. Learn what steps to take and how to protect your children’s best interests. Fresh Starts has family law and co-parenting experts to help. Download our free ebook What to Consider When You’re Considering Divorce.

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Free Legal Help for Divorce: How to Access Law School Legal Clinics
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Free Legal Help for Divorce: How to Access Law School Legal Clinics

Going through divorce or custody issues but can’t afford a lawyer? Law school legal clinics offer free family law support from supervised students. This blog post explains how to find a clinic near you, what services they provide, and how to apply. Learn how to access divorce help, court filings, and custody guidance—without the legal fees.

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How to Borrow Money from Friends or Family to Start the Divorce Process (Without Burning Bridges)
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How to Borrow Money from Friends or Family to Start the Divorce Process (Without Burning Bridges)

Need help covering the cost of your divorce? This blog post offers practical, respectful advice on how to ask friends or family for a short-term loan—without guilt or burning bridges. Learn how to create a repayment plan, approach the conversation with confidence, and fund your fresh start with support and clarity. Perfect for anyone starting over on a budget.

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How Women’s Shelters and Nonprofits Can Be a Lifeline During Divorce or Transition
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How Women’s Shelters and Nonprofits Can Be a Lifeline During Divorce or Transition

If you’re facing divorce, leaving an unsafe relationship, or navigating a major life change without support, nonprofit organizations and shelters can be a lifeline. This blog post shares how to find free, confidential help—like legal aid, housing, transportation, and more—through women’s shelters, local nonprofits, and national resources like 211 and The Hotline.

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Divorce Guide: 10 Questions to Ask Your Tax Accountant During Your Divorce
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Divorce Guide: 10 Questions to Ask Your Tax Accountant During Your Divorce

Divorce isn’t just an emotional journey—it’s a financial one, too. From filing status changes to potential implications for alimony, child support, and property division, it’s essential to understand how your divorce will affect your tax obligations. We’ll explore 10 crucial questions to ask your tax accountant during your divorce, why they matter, and how they can help you plan for a stable financial future.

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Divorce Guide: 10 Questions to Ask a Divorce Lawyer About Custody of Your Family Pets and Animals
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Divorce Guide: 10 Questions to Ask a Divorce Lawyer About Custody of Your Family Pets and Animals

Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process, and amidst the legalities and negotiations, it is often the welfare of our beloved pets and animals that gets overlooked. We rounded up 10 questions to ask a divorce lawyer about the custody arrangement of your family pets, and the reasons why it is essential to have open conversations with a divorce lawyer about the custody arrangement for your family pet or animals.

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