Putting off a divorce can let important things go unchecked.
Taking time for a separation can be a good thing; it allows both parties to cool down and evaluate their situations. However, spending a year or more in separation can be a recipe for financial disaster. Many couples begin to live apart from each other, resigned to their incompatibility and comfortable with the new living arrangement that requires them to see each other only on the rare occasion. Although it’s tempting to avoid the emotional drama that naturally comes from a divorce, getting the divorce out of the way is you best option in the long run.
Why a Divorce Lawyer is Better Sooner Rather Than Later
- You know who has control over your marital assets. If you are living apart, it’s difficult to tell what the other spouse is doing financially. There are several dangers that present themselves when a divorce is put off for too long. You have no idea what your partner is earning, losing, investing, or selling. If you have a joint account, your spouse could be running into debt, and thus, running you into debt as well. Your partner could even be hiding assets from you. You have no idea if your spouse is spiriting away certain assets so that they are not accessible when the time for divorce comes. If you are sure that a divorce is on the horizon, it’s better to get it over with, rather than risk not splitting up your assets fairly.
- You could meet someone new. During a long separation, it’s likely that you may meet someone new. While this may be an exciting time, still being married will complicate things. You may meet your new flame, but if you’re still married, the person who catches your interest is likely to not want to engage in a relationship. Even if you do have a new relationship while separated, it’s very difficult to get married again if you still have to go through the divorce of your first spouse. It’s a good idea hire a divorce lawyer as soon as possible so that you can make room for better things in your life.
MIKE THE LAWYER HELPS GOOD PEOPLE THROUGH BAD TIMES.
Hiring a lawyer should be the first thing you do when encountering any legal matter, not a last resort. Whether you’re thinking about a separation or divorce or have been charged with a crime, been injured in an accident, or your civil rights have been violated, you need to first know your rights and your options. Consulting a lawyer first can actually save you both time and money in the long run.
DON’T WASTE TIME OR MONEY.
Call Attorney Michael A. Mastracci today at 410-869-3400 or visit us on the web. Be sure to check us out on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest, and YouTube as well!
