Multi-State Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

The world of dating can be quite intimidating. A healthy self-esteem and level of confidence is a must when trying to build a healthy and stable relationship. With 44 percent of adults in America being single, give yourself the upper hand in the pool of singles and ready to mingles with these tips to boosting confidence. Get Outside of Your Comfort Zone Surprise yourself with all the things you can do that you never knew you could. Your self esteem gets a big boost from achievements, big and small. So, challenge yourself to do one thing every day that is

Dating after a divorce is a different beast than the dating you did in your teens and 20s. After a divorce, you might feel hesitant, picky or confused about your options. Or, you might just be unsure of how to meet people who are single and not crazy. It was easier in high school and college when you had a ready mix of similarly eligible options to choose from. And technology has dramatically changed the dating scene. Follow these suggestions to find yourself on the cyber-path to your next love. Dating Apps and Sites The world of dating websites and

Yes, you can take out a life insurance policy on your ex-spouse if there is an insurable interest such as maintenance (alimony) and/or child support and your ex agrees to sign the application and go through underwriting. Often, as part of the divorce settlement, a life insurance policy is negotiated prior to the divorce finalization to make sure that child support and/or maintenance gets paid should something happen to the ex. If your ex-spouse is the higher earner, who is paying maintenance and/or child support, and you are dependent upon this income; a life insurance policy will secure these important

Divorce is never easy, not for anyone. Not mom or dad and especially not the kids. Maintaining an amicable relationship is not only important for children and teens, but it’s essential for keeping relationships healthy, no matter how you may feel about your ex. If you feel like you’ll never be able to maintain an amicable relationship, read on, and you might just learn something new. Take “Me Time” We already know that divorce is stressful, but there are ways, in addition to therapy or counseling, that you can calm your nerves and relax a bit: with me time. Taking

Families are more diverse today with less focus on their structure and more emphasis on function and purpose. The prime role of the family is to take care of and love each other. The saying goes, “There’s no tougher job than being a parent.” According to the Pew Research Center, parents find caring for their children more exhausting than the work they do for pay. At the same time, parents find this time more rewarding. If you’re thinking of making a change in your family dynamic with a divorce or separation, below are a few things to keep in mind.