Even though a couple in Alaska may have been married for years or even decades, it is not unusual these days for an older couple to decide to divorce. One issue that may be very important to older couples that might not be on the radar for younger couples is what will...
Divorce
What sets apart a military divorce from a civilian divorce?
You’ve been a supportive spouse since your partner enlisted in the military; however, over time, it has been difficult to maintain a workable marriage. When more time is spent apart than together, this begins to weigh heavy on you, and it has finally reached the point...
Reaching an amicable agreement through collaborative divorce
Although you said till death do us part in your matrimonial vows, you still found yourself wanting to end your union. The decision to divorce was not easy, but now you are faced with an even larger dilemma, the costs associated with the divorce process. Because both...
What is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order?
When a couple divorces, there are many complex issues to sort out, including the division of property, money and assets.There are the obvious pieces of property to negotiate such as who might keep the house, the cars or the heirloom furniture, but couples may question...
Dividing retirement benefits in a military divorce
Military members dedicate their lives to serving their country. Because of their great service and sacrifices, the government offers certain benefits. During a military divorce, it can get confusing on who will receive what. It's important that both spouses in a...
What’s the difference between divorce and dissolution?
If you're contemplating a separation from your spouse, you may be wondering about your options. Alaska law recognizes two methods to terminate a marriage-divorce and dissolution. While they end with the same result, these methods have their differences.Both choices...
Collaborative divorce and property division: Who gets the house?
Your home is often one of the largest investments you make in your lifetime. So, it makes sense that one of your biggest worries in a divorce might be what could happen to the house.If you bought your home with your spouse, then it is considered marital property and...
Managing a co-parenting dynamic after divorce
Parenting after a divorce can be a challenging task for former spouses to handle in a successful and productive manner. Despite any personal issue between the two of you, the most important part of your shared lives is your children. Even for divorced couples without...
My spouse is hiding from me: Can I still get a divorce?
A hidden spouse is a rare situation but sometimes -- if two Alaska spouses haven't been in contact for some time -- one spouse might have trouble locating the other. Whether this inability to find the other spouse happened because the other spouse is "hiding" or...
3 types of divorce mediation
When two spouses decide to mediate their divorce, they've usually made the right decision. When mediation works for two spouses who are willing to communicate, cooperate and compromise, the process will save them time, money and stress.There are, however, an array of...