{"id":79,"date":"2019-09-03T15:28:48","date_gmt":"2019-09-03T15:28:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2019-09-03T15:28:48","modified_gmt":"2019-09-03T15:28:48","slug":"the-dos-and-donts-of-divorce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/the-dos-and-donts-of-divorce\/","title":{"rendered":"The Do&#8217;s and Don\u2019ts of Divorce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Not all divorces are guaranteed to be easy. However, you can\ndo your part to ensure the best possible outcome of your divorce by avoiding negative\nchoices and taking positive steps in the right direction. To help understand\nhow to achieve this resolve, continue reading to learn the most important <em>do\u2019s and don\u2019ts<\/em> of divorce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Divorce-Attorney-Orlando-FL-e1567524463163.jpg\" alt=\"Divorce Attorney Orlando, Florida\" class=\"wp-image-80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Divorce-Attorney-Orlando-FL-e1567524463163.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Divorce-Attorney-Orlando-FL-e1567524463163-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Divorce-Attorney-Orlando-FL-e1567524463163-768x389.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption>Divorce Attorney Orlando, Florida 407-887-7058<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Should Never Do During a Divorce<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Making bad or impulsive decisions during a pending divorce can render a long list of challenges for both you and your divorce lawyer. Not only can it increase your personal stress, it can make it more difficult for your lawyer to represent you and it can displease your presiding judge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">To ensure you do not make any mistakes or poor choices when legally terminating your marriage, follow these important DON\u2019TS of divorce:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not make any large purchases, such as a house or car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not hide property or other assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not give away property or assets as gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not withdraw cash for unauthorized purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not move out of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not withhold information during the discovery stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not post about your life or divorce on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not remove your spouse off of your insurance policies;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not turn off utilities to spouse\u2019s home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not bad-mouth your spouse to, or in the presence of, your children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not violate any custody arrangements or court orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not make threatening remarks to your spouse or anyone else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Do not get in trouble with the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Should Do<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In addition to avoiding certain errors of judgement or impulsive behaviors, you can take the initiative to do things that will improve the divorce process. These tips will help speed up the timeline and get more of what you want out of a divorce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Hire a divorce lawyer to represent your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Understand all the options for dissolution of marriage in your state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Ask your attorney many questions to fully understand your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Fully disclose all information regarding assets, income and finances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Be reasonable and fair with your spouse;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Cooperate with court orders and mediation;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Communicate respectively and effectively with your spouse pertaining to kids\u2019 schedules and visitation times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Support your children as much as possible through the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Stay off of social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not Quite Ready to Get a Divorce?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not ready to file for divorce just yet, there are\nsome other options that might be a better fit for your family. Talk to a\nlicensed divorce attorney who can provide trusted advice and guidance on all\nyour family legal matters related to marriage and separation. They have the\nknowledge and experience to represent the best interests of both you and your\nfamily, regardless of your definitive decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Contact Our Florida Divorce Law Firm \u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call Attorney Shane T. Herbert at 407-887-7058<\/strong> to get trusted legal advice from a seasoned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/practice-areas\/divorce.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"divorce lawyer in Orlando, Florida (opens in a new tab)\">divorce lawyer in Orlando, Florida<\/a>. You can choose to have your first appointment over the phone or even video conference, if needed. If you choose an in-office visit, our family law office is conveniently located in the Metro West area, within the Offices of Veranda Park, which offers free parking. We look forward to helping you resolve your family legal matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"722\" height=\"178\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Family-Lawyer-Orlando-FL.png\" alt=\"Orlando Family Lawyer 407-887-7058\" class=\"wp-image-23\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Family-Lawyer-Orlando-FL.png 722w, https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Family-Lawyer-Orlando-FL-300x74.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 722px) 100vw, 722px\" \/><figcaption>Shane T. Herbert Law 407-887-7058<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not all divorces are guaranteed to be easy. 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