Your Access to Divorce Help For Women Starts Here
Are you unsure of the next steps? If so, you’re in good company. The divorce process can be complex and involved, necessitating the consultation of various professionals.
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Read about each professional category we list and how they can help your divorce.
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Take the next step in your divorce by connecting with professionals who can help.
There are professionals who specialize in divorce support for women
who can assist you in each aspect of your journey.
Divorce Mediator
Every divorce situation is unique. You and your ex may be able to work together with a mediator to arrive at a resolution. In this situation, one hired person would be working with you both to come to an agreement. This option works best for amicable separations and can be cost-saving as both parties could share in the cost.
Divorce Attorney
In the course of your divorce, you may decide to hire a divorce attorney to protect your interests and represent you solely in the divorce proceedings. Divorce attorneys can also help with child custody issues as well as any other post-divorce legal issues.
Estate Planner
Both during the divorce process and following the resolution, an estate planner’s consultation and services may be needed. Some items that may be for consideration include creating/updating your health care proxy, creating/changing your power of attorney, creating/amending your will, creating/amending a trust. An Estate Planner can work with you to create the legal documents you need to secure your current and future estate.
Tax Professional
There may be changes in your tax filings resulting from your divorce. Consultation with a tax professional will provide explanation on how your new household income will be assessed by the government, discuss additional taxation that may occur during the distribution of assets, and review any other tax implications from your divorce resolution.
Insurance Professional
If you are currently on a joint homeowner’s or automobile insurance policy, you may need to modify the policy to an individual one. You may also need to open an entirely new policy. A property and casualty insurance agent can work with you to modify/create the policies necessary to support you in your next chapter.
Financial Professional
The services of a financial professional may be utilized for the disbursement of existing retirement accounts, modifications to life insurance policies, and other matters requiring attention per the divorce agreement. Additionally, a financial professional can review your finances and provide guidance during and after the divorce process to help you achieve your financial goals.
Mortgage Lender
You may be in a situation where you wish to continue residing in your current home, or perhaps you want a fresh start in a new residence. A mortgage lender can advise you on what you can afford after your divorce, as well as what mortgage loan products are options for you to purchase a new home or refinance your existing martial home.
Real Estate Agent
A real estate agent may be hired to sell your current marital home, as well as purchase that new dream home you have been thinking about moving on to. Once you decide what is best for you and your family, your agent can guide you through the home selling/buying processes.
