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Things to Know Before Filing for Divorce

Creating a Divorce Plan

At Meriwether & Tharp, we realize that divorce is a major change in one's life, and, as with any life change, it is good to begin with a plan. You will want to commence your Divorce Plan by gathering information regarding your child(ren), finances, property, etc. You can review and print our Divorce Preparation Checklist here to get an idea of the documents which will be important in your divorce.

Planning for Divorce

As you proceed with your Divorce Plan, you will want to review the documents you have gathered and develop an Exit Strategy. An Exit Strategy will help you to prepare for the upcoming changes in your life with the least amount of damage.
Retain the documents you gather because they will later be essential during the Discovery phase of your divorce. Discovery is a mandatory step of the divorce process, whereby each party is required to gather relevant information from the opposing party.

Find the Best Divorce Attorney for Your Case

After you have created a Divorce Plan, you will likely want to consult with an attorney who is experienced in the area of family law. Meriwether & Tharp has a number of skilled attorneys to suit the specific needs and budget of each case. When you first meet with your attorney, you should communicate any goals or desires and bring all the relevant documents you gathered when you began your Divorce Plan. Once you and your attorney are on the same page regarding the facts of your case, you can work together to devise a case strategy specific to your case.

How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce

After you have met with your attorney and decided to begin drafting the Pleadings, which will be filed with the Court, you will want to consider how you will break the news of divorce to your spouse. Choose an appropriate time and place where you and your spouse can discuss the matter in private. Once you and your spouse have discussed the dissolution of your marriage, you should calmly agree on when and how to tell your child(ren).

Although divorce can be a challenging time, Meriwether & Tharp's experienced divorce team is prepared to walk you through each step of your divorce.

Written by: Rebekah Ann James

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