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Divorce Do’s and Don’ts

There is no way to sugarcoat it — going through a divorce is difficult, from anxiety over finances to fears about how a divorce will affect your children. For many people, a divorce is the most stressful life event they will ever experience. Consequently, due to such an intense and challenging process, many people do and say things they later regret. Sadly, those reactions can have very negative effects and lasting consequences on the person and their life.

At Cullen Family Law Group, our compassionate family law attorneys understand that clients often feel overwhelmed and intimidated by the divorce process. With that in mind, we are committed to providing you with the information, answers, and strong legal representation you need to successfully navigate the complexities of your divorce.

Helping Clients Achieve Successful Outcomes In Divorce

While each client and every divorce is unique, there are some universal tips that we believe can benefit anyone who is planning to or going through a divorce, including:

3 Divorce Do’s

  • Get informed — Take time to learn about the divorce process. Knowing what to expect can help you prepare and plan accordingly.
  • Get organized — Gather financial and personal records and documents and write down all essential details and happenings in a journal.
  • Get support — Seek out friends, family members, and third-party professionals who can provide help and support throughout your divorce.

3 Divorce Don’ts

  • Don’t withhold information — Failing to be forthcoming about important personal and financial information will likely only backfire down the road and drag out your divorce.
  • Don’t be combative — Acting aggressively or obstructively toward your ex or the opposing attorney can halt negotiations and lead to personal and financial losses.
  • Don’t self-deconstruct — Thinking negatively can lead to or worsen other problems like anxiety, depression and substance abuse. Practice self-care and reach out for help.

To discuss your divorce case in more detail, contact a lawyer at our firm at 951-715-4632 or contact us online. We have offices in Riverside and Temecula.

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  • Family Law
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    • Request for Order (RFO): What It Is and How It Works
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    • Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce
    • Domestic Partnerships
    • Estate Planning In Divorce
    • Grey Divorce
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    • Mediation / Collaborative Divorce
    • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
    • Same–Sex Divorce
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    • Dissolution Timeline
    • Divorce Do’s and Don’ts
    • Divorce When There Is a Business Involved: Protecting Your Rights
    • What to Do If You’ve Been Served Divorce Papers
  • Child Custody & Visitation
    • Child Custody Overview
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    • Parental Relocations / Move-Aways
    • Parental Rights / Paternity
    • Enforcing Custody and Visitation Orders in California
    • Emergency Custody Orders in California
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    • Wage Garnishments (Collection of Support)
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4094 Chestnut Street
Riverside, CA 92501
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28465 Old Town Front Street
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Temecula, CA 92590
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