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The Do’s and Don’ts of a Calif Divorce
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- Do make sure you really want a divorce before you threaten to file one.
- Do make sure you talk to your children and prepare them for the impending divorce divorce.
- Do make sure you cancel all joint credit card accounts and lines of credit.
- Do realize that the process is long, stressful, and difficult.
- Do make copies of all important financial documents and keep them in a safe place.
- Do try to reach an agreement as to who will take which specific personal items.
- Do make sure you consult with a family law attorney even if you are not planning on hiring one.
- Do have a strategy, outlining where you will live, how you will make ends meet, who will watch the children, etc.
- Do make sure that you removed everything you want from the house when you leave.
- Do enroll in some personal counseling if you are having a difficult time dealing with the divorce .
- Do expect to compromise on certain issues at some point during the divorce
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- Do make sure to honor your spouse’s wish not willing to talk.
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- Don't bring up the subject of divorce with your spouse unless you really intend to get one.
- Don't underestiate the expense and stress a divorce.
- Don't ever touch your spouse when you are angry.
- Don't sign paperwork of any type– especially in front of a notary before consulting with an attorney.
- Don't threaten your spouse, even if it is just to get back at him or her in court.
- Don't withhold your children or hide their whereabouts from your spouse.
- Don't conceal any assets.
- Don't let anyone pressure you into getting a divorce .
- Don't use any type of controlled substance if you expect a custody battle.
- Don't move your children's residence without first consulting with an attorney if you expect there to be a fight over custody.
- Don't give your spouse cash unless you get a receipt.
- Don't contact your spouse if he or she has asked you not to.
- Don't visit your spouse at home or at work unless you were invited.
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