This article was co-authored by Scott Levin and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Scott Levin is a Divorce Mediator & Family Lawyer, as well as the Founder of San Diego Divorce Mediation. With nearly 20 years of experience, he specializes in peacefully mediating divorces so couples split amicably. He holds a law degree from the University of Chicago School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Metropolitan Studies from New York University. Additionally, Scott is a licensed attorney in California, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and a member of The Academy of Professional Family Mediators.
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As your marriage ends and you start the divorce proceedings, there are bound to be a lot of negative feelings from both parties. But if your soon-to-be-ex is really upset, you may be worried about them pulling some dirty tricks to delay the divorce or get more money out of it. Fortunately, the best way to make a divorce go smoothly is to prepare for these tactics and figure out ways to fight back. That’s why we’ve compiled all of the sneaky ploys your ex might pull as well as ways to combat them.
Things You Should Know
- Your ex might try to delay the divorce by changing lawyers multiple times or refusing to answer your messages.
- They might also quit their job to avoid paying child support or alimony payments.
- Your ex might hide their assets by transferring them into another person’s name without telling you.
- Fight back by hiring a good lawyer and letting them guide you through your divorce proceedings.
Steps
Expert Q&A
Tips
- Practice self-care to survive a stressful divorce and stay relaxed throughout.Thanks
References
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- ↑ https://sasforwomen.com/delaying-divorce-tactics/
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- ↑ https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/choosing-a-divorce-lawyer
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tech-support/201605/13-essential-tips-if-you-are-divorcing-narcissist
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/topics/divorce-child-custody/healthy
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tech-support/201605/13-essential-tips-if-you-are-divorcing-narcissist
- ↑ https://attorneyatlawmagazine.com/public-articles/family-law/divorce/6-tips-to-win-a-child-custody-battle
- ↑ https://www.fool.com/the-ascent/banks/articles/getting-divorced-heres-what-happens-to-your-joint-bank-account/
- ↑ https://attorneyatlawmagazine.com/public-articles/family-law/divorce/6-tips-to-win-a-child-custody-battle
- ↑ https://bencarrascolaw.com/top-10-dirtiest-divorce-tricks/
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