The reality is that divorce is becoming more and more common, happening at a much higher rate than ever before. Researchers estimate that up to 50% of first marriages fail and a whole 60% of second marriages end in divorce as well.

If you are currently going through a divorce, you are not alone. In the United States, there is one divorce every 36 seconds. Ultimately, that is nearly 876,000 divorces every year.

When two people divorce, their mutual assets have to be divided. This includes property and savings as well as loans and other liabilities. This process can be very confusing and extremely overwhelming, so the help of an experienced attorney is essential.

If this is your first, you may have a long list of legal questions about divorce, and you will absolutely require help from a divorce attorney. Be sure to find an experienced attorney that specializes in divorce law or family law. This is especially important if children are involved. The parents of 1.5 million children get divorced every year, and child custody can be a sticky situation.

Approximately 34% of divorced couples have children. When it comes to custody, about 79.6% of custodial mothers and only 29.6% of custodial fathers receive a support award. In order to do the best thing for your children, you must have an in-depth and straightforward discussion with your family lawyer regarding custodial rights. Find out how your divorce will, directly and indirectly, affect your kids.

How to best support your children during a divorce:

• Infants are not aware of what is going on, but they can sense your emotions and will pick up on your negative energy. Stay positive around your baby.

 

• Young children sometimes believe that they are to blame for your divorce. Make it very clear that they have done nothing wrong.

 

• Young children also fear abandonment. Let them know that still love them and that your relationship has not changed.

 

• Teens and pre-teens are aware of what is happening, and the stress can be overwhelming as they have not yet developed sufficient coping methods. Pay special attention to your teens and be as honest as possible so that trust does not become an issue.

Divorce is hard on everyone involved. In addition to coping with your own emotions, you will need to support your children as they come to terms with their new situation. If you hire a family lawyer to tackle the legal stuff, you will have more time and energy to devote to helping your family through this difficult time.