Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Gray Divorce and Adult Children
With the recent rise of divorces among people over the age of 50—sometimes referred to as gray divorce—many are finding that relationships among adult children can get pretty complicated. What’s going on, and what can be done to mitigate the issues? More Older Couples Split The rate of divorce among older Americans doubled in… Read More »
What Happens to Your Business in Divorce?
You’re considering divorce, but are worried about much more than the marriage itself. You own a small business, which means the possibility of splitting could have a major impact on your livelihood. You have all kinds of questions: Will your spouse be entitled to a portion of your business? Is it possible you’d have… Read More »
Why The Rise in Gray Divorce?
Gray divorce is becoming more and more common. Most of us know an older couple that has parted ways—maybe within our own families or friend circles. What’s behind this trend? Why would couples who’ve formed a life together over a period of years— sometimes several decades, even, decide to split up? While the details… Read More »
Adapt Parenting Plans Based on Kids’ Ages
In Florida, a shared custody plan that keeps both parents deeply involved in the lives of their children is what the courts favor following a divorce. While that certainly looks different for every family, there are guidelines that parents may want to consider as they develop a plan that will best address the needs… Read More »
Social Security Options For Divorced Women
Older single women have been on policymakers’ radar for some time. The concern is that women who are divorced are at greater risk of living in poverty than widows and other older Americans. The truth is, about 20 percent of women over the age of 65 who are divorced find themselves living in poverty,… Read More »
Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets in Divorce?
Do you think your spouse might be trying to hide assets in order to cheat you out of your fair share? If so, you really need an experienced, tough divorce attorney fighting for the best outcomes for you. An attorney with the right knowhow can flush out the marital property you deserve. Penalties for… Read More »
Devastating impacts of Parental Alienation in Divorce
We’ve all heard stories about the ways in which divorce tears families apart. But a split doesn’t have to destroy a child’s relationship with either parent. There are many parents who succeed in assuring their kids that, despite the marriage partnership dissolving, the love each parent has for the kids is stable and strong…. Read More »
How to Tell Your Partner You Want Out
You want a divorce. Your marriage is dull and joyless, or worse, and you have no desire to so much as try to make it work. As much as you want out, the thought of drama and nastiness is a bit overwhelming, notwithstanding the fact that this is no small matter. Initiating the divorce… Read More »
Making Sense of Your Divorce When Kids are Involved
Getting divorced can be quite painful, and the angst often lasts long after the final papers are signed, particularly when children are part of the equation. For some couples, making sense of a life that’s been turned upside down can be a seemingly impossible pursuit. But it is achievable, with a little time, effort,… Read More »
Don’t Make This Mistake Before Your Divorce is Finalized
Your divorce is long overdue and is taking its toll—the constant bickering is driving you mad. It seems like the smart thing to do is to get out of the house now, avoid the relentless foul exchanges, and find yourself a bit of peace and quiet. Or is it? Maybe Not In fact, you… Read More »
