The Ugly D Word: Divorce
- Studies show that couples who live together before getting married are more likely to have marriages that end in divorce.
- 60% of marriages of individuals between the ages of 20 and 25 end in divorce.
- 50% of marriages of individuals older than 25 end in divorce.
- Children of divorce have a much higher risk of divorce when they marry and an even higher risk if the individual they marry also comes from a home of divorce.
Before You Hire a Divorce Lawyer…
- Ask for references. Whether you’re hiring a relatively unknown New York attorney or a renowned Maryland divorce lawyer, it’s crucial that you speak to former clients and references that can attest to the lawyer’s skills, ability, and trustworthiness.
- Ask for a copy of the retainer agreement and make sure you understand it before you hire the lawyer.
- Make sure you are comfortable with the lawyer. Trust your instincts and you’ll select a lawyer who will have your best interests in mind.
December 15th, 2008 in
Home & Family, Miscellanous
It is staggering to see the statistics that high around the board. Is there any good way to lower your odd’s of getting divorced?
Wow, I was shocked to hear that “60% of marriages of individuals between the ages of 20 and 25 end in divorce”. I wonder if that number has gone up or down in the last year.
Down. The recession has kept couples from divorcing simply due to budget constraints.