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He Says He’ll “Handle the Paperwork”—Should I Be Worried?

He Says He’ll “Handle the Paperwork”—Should I Be Worried?

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 19, 2025 | Divorce

It starts with something small.“He said he’d handle the paperwork.”And honestly, that sounds like a relief—because who wants to deal with all that legal language and fine print? But when you’re ending a marriage, the person who controls the paperwork controls the...
We Promised to Stay Friends—So Why Is Divorce So Awkward?

We Promised to Stay Friends—So Why Is Divorce So Awkward?

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 17, 2025 | Divorce

We Promised to Stay Friends—So Why Is Divorce So Awkward? You told each other it wouldn’t be messy. No yelling, no lawyers fighting it out in court, just two adults agreeing to move on.But now that you’re actually signing papers and dividing life into “yours” and...
He Says He’ll Do the Right Thing—But There’s Nothing in Writing

He Says He’ll Do the Right Thing—But There’s Nothing in Writing

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 14, 2025 | Divorce

“I trust him.”That’s what a lot of clients say in the beginning. And truthfully? You probably have every reason to believe that your ex—or soon-to-be ex—means well. But even the most well-meaning promises can disappear when circumstances change. That’s why having...
They Keep Saying ‘Let’s Just Handle It Ourselves’—Should I Still Get a Lawyer?

They Keep Saying ‘Let’s Just Handle It Ourselves’—Should I Still Get a Lawyer?

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 12, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce

DIY Divorce Isn’t Always as “Simple” as It Sounds When a spouse or partner says, “We don’t need lawyers—we’re keeping it friendly,” it can feel like the mature, low-conflict option. Maybe you agree on the big stuff. Maybe you just want it over. And maybe… you’re...
She Moved Out—So Why Am I Still Paying for Everything?

She Moved Out—So Why Am I Still Paying for Everything?

by Catherine Ryan | Nov 10, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support

The Confusion Starts After the Door Closes It happens all the time. She moves out, but somehow you’re still paying the rent, the car note, the kids’ activities—and maybe even some of her bills. You’re not alone in wondering: “If we’re separated, why am I...
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