42 Rules for Divorcing with Children by Melinda L. Roberts

There is a dispute over the family’s living situation and/or over who should have access to the primary home.

There is a dispute over financial support for the children.

There is a dispute over access to the children while waiting for the divorce to take place.

You or your children are at risk of abusive behavior perpetrated by your spouse.

You may need to take this type of action if: If that’s the case, a temporary hearing may be necessary and/or you may need to petition the court to enter certain emergency orders. On DivorceNet's Website Temporary Hearings/Emergency Ordersĭivorce can take time, and sometimes you cannot wait until formally dissolving your marriage before certain legal issues are addressed. For example, you may need to submit forms related to parenting plans and child support. In general, however, more documentation is required when you file for divorce with minor children than if you are filing to end a marriage in which no children were produced. The exact forms you file depend on the state you live and file in. States also have residency requirements, so be sure you have lived locally long enough before submitting your court forms. You usually file for divorce in a court in the county where you and/or your spouse currently resides. In some states, you must be separated for a period of time before you can move forward with divorce but this is not the case everywhere so be sure you understand your state’s requirements before you file. Filing for Divorceįiling a petition for divorce is the first key step that starts off the process of dissolving your marriage.

Here’s what you can expect to happen as you try to end your marriage. If you are considering getting a divorce with kids, you need to understand the steps that are involved in this process.

42 Rules for Divorcing with Children by Melinda L. Roberts