When you are thinking about going through a divorce, there are many things to consider.
When married couples start having problems, one or both may decide that divorce is a viable option. However, there are so many things to consider before filing for divorce. It is important to determine if divorce is the best fix for the current situation after weighing all options.
What you should consider BEFORE filing for divorce.
1. Have you tried everything to keep your marriage together? Counseling may help you to address issues that may lead to divorce. Visit our counselors' page to find someone who may be able to help you and your spouse.
2. Can you afford to get divorced? The process of divorce can be expensive, but also breaking one household into two households can be very expensive.
3. Are you okay with sharing custody/legal decision making/parenting time? You need to understand that if you get a divorce, it is very possible that your spouse will have 50/50 parenting time and joint legal decision making power.
4. You should consider speaking with a lawyer so you will have an understanding of the likely outcomes of a divorce. Make sure you take a list of questions with you to the consultation for divorce.