“It’s been a long, long process and to finally get this part behind us. I feel great, even though we still have more to get done.”

Judge Marya Nega said Dwyane Wade had proven irreconcilable differences with Siohvaughn, even though it may already have been apparent in the court of public opinion. But child custody of the couple’s two sons and the division of marital assets still have to be worked out.

Dwyane Wade still retains physical custody of his children until further proceedings determine a final ruling, according to the judge’s order. Michael Kalcheim, the tenth divorce attorney in Chicago to represent Siohvaughn Wade, said he plans to file an appeal.

He told reporters that it was improper to finalize a divorce without also finalizing child custody and financial matters:

“The judge made a mistake.”

Even though this saga may very well have another chapter, Dwyane Wade is now looking forward to charting his future in the NBA. He will become a free agent as early as this week and may very well command a $100 million contract.

The couple, who first become romantically involved at Richards High School in Oak Lawn, had been separated for nearly three years before the recent dissolution of their marriage.

James Pritkin, Dwyane Wade’s Illinois family law attorney, took the opportunity to rattle off a basketball metaphor:

“Mrs. Wade has committed her final flagrant foul. Her game is over.”

Well, maybe not quite. This could go into overtime.

The Supreme Court agreed that while the government should promote long-term, stable marriages, it should not withhold divorce from couples who have completely separated.  An amendment proposed by Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, was passed yesterday that allowed “irretrievable breakdown of marriage” to be added as a legal justification for divorce. 

The Men’s Divorce Law Firm appreciates that people in other countries are given more freedom to pursue the lifestyle they want without being condemned for deciding to separate from their spouse.  Even though divorce will be granted more easily in India, it is reported that only 11 out of 1,000 marriages in India end in divorce.  This is compared to 400 out of every 1,000 marriages in the U.S.

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Moskowitz explains that two common problems often arise: either a party fails to clear vacation dates with the other, or a parent plans a vacation that conflicts or is not approved by the other parent.  What parents should know, is that vacation plans can be established in a divorce settlement.  Parents can decide if they will switch off every year or if they will schedule around each other to take the kids on two vacations (one with each parent).

If parents want to vacation in the summer with their children every year, they should establish dates for their trips as soon as January comes around to give their ex-spouse plenty of notice.  Moskowitz specifically recommends establishing the plans in writing. “There’s no substitute for preparing and no better way to prevent confusion than getting the plan in writing,” he says. “Ideally, parents do it that way from the first year of a divorce and make it an annual practice.”

As a final thought, Moskowitz reminds parents that even though vacations are fun, they are also important to you and your children.  Individual parents should never feel they need to give up their vacation time with thier kids because this time is very special.  It doesn’t matter where the location of the trip is, but the time of undivided attention for your child is priceless.

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The first tip Buser and Sternes share is to not rush back into dating.  “Divorce is one of the most painful experiences in our lives,” Buser says. “And the natural tendency is to look to women as an antidote for the pain.”  The psychologists suggest asking yourself some key questions to determine if you’ve dealt with your pain enough to pursue dating.  This includes asking if you are okay living alone, if you have reconnected with your friends and family, and if you are free from constant thoughts about your divorce.  If you can answer yes to all three, then you can finally put yourself out there and move on.

Another tip Buser and Sternes have is to be yourself.  It’s unlikely you will meet the girl of your dreams pretending to like something you don’t, so go after what you are truly passionate about to find women with similar interests.  This is another reason it is important to take some time before dating because many men need the time to figure out who they are and what they want to do.  Their whole life might need to be re-evaluated so they can once again discover what drives them in life.

Finally, it is important for men not to hide their divorce.  Buser and Sternes suggest working your divorce into the initial conversation with your date so there are no surprises later “It’s not something to be ashamed of, but I do think it’s relevant and tells your date where your head is likely to be,” Buser says.

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The fair didn’t see big numbers of divorcées, but those who attended had specific agendas.  A wedding planner commented that she went to the trade fair to see the other side of the business because she thinks it might be more lucrative in the future.

This idea of a lucrative divorce market might not be too far off.  Divorces have more then quadrupled in Italy in the past 30 years, with over 81,000 separations and 50,000 divorces recorded within the country in 2007.  A twice separated office worker interviewed at the fair said “We’ve turned into America. Everyone is on their second marriage.”  Unfortunately, Italians are forced to wait longer to complete a divorce settlement.  A lawyer at the fair explained that divorces in Italy usually take around 5 years to finish after the first separation hearing.

Italian courts also tend to be biased towards women when it comes to divorce cases.  Umberto Vaghi, a real estate agent with the I Love Papá Association, frequently fights for fathers’ rights in Italy.  He said his association has been “battling a cultural problem that discriminates against men and women,” because it “presupposes that children will stay with their mothers.”  The Men’s Divorce Law Firm supports the fathers’ rights movement in Italy, and hopes that advocates continue to fight for equality in the courtroom.

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Sheen and Richards have two daughters, Sam, 6 years old, and Lola, 4 years old.  Even though Sheen no longer has custody rights, he still visits his daughters for dinners and pays $50,000 in child support every month.

The mission of our firm is to make sure fathers never feel like they have to give up when it comes to their kids.  Call us today at 407-644-1895 to discuss your situation and find out how we can help you protect your parental rights.

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The Men’s Divorce Law Firm shares with its clients that establishing a pre-nuptial agreement can offer financial security if a marriage doesn’t necessarily go as planned.  In creating a pre-nuptial agreement, our clients may enter into a new marriage free of worry of what might happen down the road.  Contact us today for a consultation on how the Men’s Divorce Law Firm can help you protect your assets for the future.

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A local father, William Fain, explained how every study shows children are better off with two fit parents.  He then responded to critics who asked how it is better for the child to be shuffling back and forth between homes by saying that the court should have intervened when his family moved frequently because one of his parents was in the military.  “I went to seven schools in twelve years, and the state never said that’s bad for your child,” Fain shared.

No other state in the country has passed legislation like this, so it is uncertain how the vote will turn out next week in Tennessee.  The Men’s Divorce Law Firm is pleased to see others taking action against the inequality fathers face in the courtroom.  Whether or not the bill passes, we hope it will open more people’s eyes to the Men’s Divorce Law Firm’s mission of promoting fathers, families, and fairness.

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One of the first things parents should do to help their kids through a divorce is to be mindful of their own visual cues.  Eye rolling, frowning, and dirty looks will not go unnoticed by children.  Therefore, parents need to keep a positive attitude around their ex, so that children can ease into the separation.  Parents should also try to keep their wedding ring on a little longer because it is a symbol of unity the child will be familiar with.  Dunstan suggests “When you’re ready, replace it with one you pick out with your child or move it to another finger.”

Children are also likely to pick up on changes in parents’ tone of voice.  “If you think a conversation with your ex will end badly, try and have conversations when your kids are not around or go in your car on your cell phone,” Dunstan advises.  She explains that kids will feel hopeless and guilty if they hear you yelling at the other parent because they love whoever is on the receiving end, too.

Another way to help children feel loved during a divorce is to keep special events family-based.  If your child has a concert or a game, they won’t enjoy it if one parent is excluded.  Make sure both you and your ex are aware of upcoming family activities, and remind yourself that you are there to support your child.

Dunstan’s last piece of advice is to stay positive and patient.  “Always act in a way you can be proud of,” she says, and remember that children will “copy your behavior in their own relationships. “  While your children are still young now, they will eventually move out when they are older.  Parents will want their children to continue their relationship with them beyond leaving the house, so providing a secure and loving environment now can have a long term positive effect on the future for both you and your kids.

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