The Divorce Handbook

Since its first publication in 1982, The Divorce Handbook has sold over 200,000 copies. In this new and fully revised edition, specialist in family law James T. Friedman covers, in an easy-to-use question-and-answer format, all the issues involved in negotiating a separation and divorce--how to choose a lawyer; how to arrange child custody, support, and visitation; how to prevent financial hide-and-seek; what to expect of the divorce proceedings themselves; and what to do if the divorce goes to trial. This revised edition addresses current trends in such areas as divorce law, alimony, property division, shared parenting, and visitation; it includes an expanded section of checklists, schedules, and guides for reconciliation and child support, as well as attorney retainer agreements, asset/liability worksheets, and more. The American Bar Association has called The Divorce Handbook "a welcome breath of fresh air in an otherwise stifling atmosphere created by a virtual avalanche of books about divorce." The revised edition of The Divorce Handbook is your best guide through the traumatic and painful business of divorce, and will be an essential resource for years to come.

A comprehensive guide to divorce provides practical information regarding the dissolution of a marriage, discussing lawyers, legal fees, child custody, alimony and monetary settlements, court procedures, and discovery

The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook decodes the basics of divorce empowering you with tools and tips to ease the legal process and support you throughout the journey. In addition to content about the divorce steps, custody, economic support and asset division, this useful handbook covers topics such as attorney selection, the don'ts list, negotiations and international considerations. Along with its to-the-point chapters, Cardelus' primer includes links to articles, lawyer directories and useful websites. The book also provides a variety of email templates to organize communications with your lawyer. Concise, practical, easy and based on extensive research, The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook provides invaluable pointers about divorce in the United States, including when two states or countries could possibly hear a case. Comments from our Beta Reviewers: "This book details the process so epically! It's a no-nonsense guide to get divorced in the most reasonable and efficient way possible!" -- Ph.D. and Counselor "A short read loaded with useful pointers." -- Single parent "Nicely written, a great primer for those thinking about starting the legal process." -- Award Winning Family Law Attorney A Note to Help Prospective Readers The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook does not detail state regulations. Instead, it highlights key nuggets of information that will ease your legal journey irrespective of your state. From time to time, reference is made to the process in Texas, as an example. The book is most useful if you are considering to hire a lawyer. The No-nonsense Divorce Handbook is a great resource to know, at a high level and with a healthy amount of detail, what to expect and what to avoid. The handbook is not focused in the emotional journey, however, it includes key pointers on the topic. Although praised by lawyers and counselors, this book was not written by one of those professionals. The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook does not substitute the advice of a competent lawyer or specialist. Within the book, the author shares why hiring a lawyer is paramount. About the Author Camille Cardelus is the pen name of the author. In her day-to-day, Camille holds a senior management and negotiations position within a Fortune 500 company. Due to her complicated divorce, she had to become extremely familiar with the divorce process, particularly as it relates to its international implications. Her first book, The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook: A primer for busy parents, started as a compilation to share her research with other parents. Her pages were later reviewed by award-winning lawyers to become a published work. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. The No-nonsense Divorce Handbook Chapter 1 THE DON'TS LIST We can all mess things up... We start with the basic pointers that, irrespective of how much you know about divorce, will be important throughout the process. * Don't assume that divorce will be a battle. However, don't assume it will be a breeze either. Be alert and prepared. Some individuals change drastically when confronted with the process. * Don't act impulsively. Everything you write, say or do can be used in court. That includes text messages, social media posts, photos and emails. All is discoverable by the courts. Ebook and Paperback Beta release on February18, 2019.

"Once I pay alimony and child support, I won’t have enough to live on. How can I reduce it?” "My 16 year old refuses to visit her father. Am I going to be in contempt of court if I don’t make her go?” Brette McWhorter Sember, a retired divorce attorney and a widely-published author on the subject, answers hundreds of questions like these in simple layman’s terms--covering everything from living under a separation agreement to dividing assets and debts. Looking at divorce from all angles--legal, social, psychological, and financial--this is a resource that speaks to everyone, from those just starting to contemplate breaking up a marriage, to those trying to renegotiate an unsatisfactory financial settlement.