During a divorce, it’s often difficult to remain calm and objective as you work toward a settlement. However, certain bad behaviors can hurt your outcome. This is why the attorneys at Nichols, Speidel & Nichols advise Clermont County, OH, clients the proper way to behave under these challenging circumstances. Below are their do’s and don’ts to follow during the dissolution of your marriage. 

Do: 

Consult a divorce attorney. 

The first step you should take once you and your spouse decide to part ways is obtaining counsel. Your divorce attorney will protect your interests regarding important issues like division of property, child custody, and spousal support. They will also complete and submit all paperwork associated with your case. 

Keep organized documents. 

Supporting documents will determine how well you present your case before a court. Retain bank statements and tax returns, log child support payments, and write down anything notable about parenting time pick-ups & drop-offs.  

Don’t: 

Involve kids in your disputes. 

No matter how you feel about your soon-to-be ex, they are still your co-parent. Refrain from arguing in front of children, using them as liaisons, or bad-mouthing your spouse in their presence. Aside from further upsetting your kids, this behavior could hurt your chances of getting parenting time. 

Try to hide money or assets.

Each party in a divorce must disclose their financial situation to the court so martial assets and debts can be divided fairly. Trying to hide money or assets could cost you considerably if you’re caught. Judges look poorly on such actions, and their final decisions often reflect this disapproval. 

These guidelines will protect your rights and may relieve some of the strain of the divorce process. Providing legal services since 1926, the legal team at Nichols, Speidel & Nichols is more than qualified to help end your marriage as painlessly as possible. Contact them at (513) 732-1420 to discuss your case, or visit their website to learn more.