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Being civil during divorce could save time, money

On Behalf of | May 18, 2020 | Family Law

Money is often on the minds of Ohio residents and those elsewhere, and when couples decide to end their marriage, financial issues may be a major concern. They may have the notion that their divorce case will cost them everything due to court fees and seemingly unfair property division, but that does not have to be the case. Individuals can choose to work together amicably to take less time, effort and, yes, money to end their marriage.

Working together may not have been a strong point in many marriages, and this issue may have been a contributing factor in the decision to divorce. However, parties can make the conscious effort to act civilly and amicably toward each other in hopes of coming to terms quickly. It may come as a surprise to some that divorcing couples can come to certain decisions themselves before going to court, but it is possible.

Keep in mind, though, that the court will have to approve any decisions made by the couple. Still, if the agreement is approved, the parties may have saved money by spending less time in the courtroom and less time having their legal counsel go back and forth over who should get what. Of course, individuals still need to understand how state laws affect their cases and how to ensure that they will not be taken advantage of during their negotiations.

While working together to divorce is advisable, Ohio residents should still keep their own best interests in mind. Being civil does not mean agreeing to everything one party says in order to keep conflict to a minimum. Instead, individuals may want to work with knowledgeable attorneys who can explain their rights, the applicable laws and the options available for coming to civil but fair terms.