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Divorce for Dummies by Mary Reed and John Ventura (2009, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100470411511
ISBN-139780470411513
eBay Product ID (ePID)70904659
Product Key Features
Edition3
Book TitleDivorce for Dummies
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2009
TopicFamily Law / Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
IllustratorYes
GenreFamily & Relationships, Law
AuthorMary Reed, John Ventura
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight17.6 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal306.89/0973
Table Of ContentIntroduction 1 Part I: When Your Marriage Is on the Rocks 7 Chapter 1: Divorce Fundamentals 9 Chapter 2: Avoiding a Divorce 29 Chapter 3: Getting Your Finances in Order 39 Chapter 4: Putting Your Marriage On Hold with a Separation 57 Part II: Getting Your Divorce Going 71 Chapter 5: Taking the First Steps 73 Chapter 6: Breaking the News to Your Kids 91 Chapter 7: Handling the Emotions of Divorce 105 Part III: Deciding the Basic Issues in Your Divorce 115 Chapter 8: Dividing Your Assets and Your Debts 117 Chapter 9: Considering Spousal Support 141 Chapter 10: Choosing the Best Custody Arrangement for Your Kids 155 Chapter 11: Using Child Support to Provide For Your Children 177 Part IV: Working Out the Details of Your Divorce 195 Chapter 12: Negotiating Your Own Divorce 197 Chapter 13: Finding a Divorce Attorney 215 Chapter 14: Working Hand in Hand with Your Attorney 229 Chapter 15: Using Mediation to End Divorce Stalemates 243 Chapter 16: Letting a Judge or Jury Decide the Details of Your Divorce 251 Part V: After You're Officially Divorced: Avoiding Problems and Handling Challenges 269 Chapter 17: Focusing on Your Postdivorce Financial Life 271 Chapter 18: Resolving the Stickiest Issues after Divorce 295 Chapter 19: Putting Your Personal Life Back on Track 317 Part VI: The Part of Tens 331 Chapter 20: Ten Divorce to Check Out 333 Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Help Your Kids Handle Your Divorce 337 Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Getting On with Your Life 343 Index 347
SynopsisSince Divorce For Dummies, 2nd Edition published in 2005, there have been considerable changes in collaborative divorces, common law marriages, same sex marriages, visitation, and even custody laws (from children to pets). Divorce For Dummies, 3rd Edition includes 25 percent new, revised, and refreshed material covering all of the above., Now updated - your realistic, reassuring guide to surviving divorceGetting divorced is almost never easy, but this practical, plain-English guide helps you get through the proceedings with a minimum of stress and expense. It shows you the latest changes in collaborative divorces, common law and same-sex marriages, and even custody law - and how to work out the terms so you can begin building a fulfilling postdivorce life.Understand the divorce process - review the key issues and decisions, get your finances in order, and file the petitionDecide whether divorce is the best option - weigh the pros and cons of separation, consider marriage counseling, and learn about annulmentsPut things in motion - initiate the proceedings, break the news to your spouse and children, and deal with your emotionsMake important and difficult decisions - divide your assets and debts, make a case for spousal support, and get the best custody arrangement for your childrenProtect yourself - plan for life after divorce, safeguard your money, and take action if things turn unfriendly or dangerousAvoid a divorce trial - negotiate your own divorce, seek help from an attorney, and work with a mediatorHandle postdivorce challenges - meet your financial obligations, deal with visitation and child support problems, and get your personal life back on trackOpen the book and find:What to do before you file for divorceTips for finding a competent, affordable divorce attorneyHelp for managing your finances during and after divorceAdvice on helping children copeDivorce blogs, Web sites, and support groupsWays to rebuild your life after divorceHow to utilize mediation when negotiations get roughAlternatives to divorce
LC Classification NumberHQ875
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- 17 Jul, 2017
useful content
While this is not a great topic to have to read about, the information is very well organized and easy to follow. It is full of information I had never even considered so it has been very helpful to me on this difficult journey.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Feb, 2022
Callin it quits
This product has truly changed my life! I've been In a wonderful, loving relationship with my wife for going on 40 years now, but after reading this I've decided to divorce her. Thank you John Ventura!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Jun, 2024
Good book!
Good book!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
