Divorce is the end of a marriage. After a divorce order is finalised, you are free to remarry. A divorce is granted if the parties involved have irreconcilable differences. This is apparent if a husband and wife are separated for 12 months with no chance of resolving their problems and getting back together. If you are contemplating ending your marriage, here are some ways a divorce lawyer can help.

Negotiating With The Other Attorney, Property Division, and Spousal Support

For many people, dealing with a former spouse's lawyer can be scary. If you proceed with a divorce without maintaining legal counsel, negotiating with your ex-spouse's attorney can be quite overwhelming. Hiring an attorney will provide you with an edge because you will not only be on equal footing with the opposing counsel, but you will have help compiling depositions and rejecting legally unacceptable terms.

Divorces involve property division. The division of property needs to be concluded within 12 months from the date you file a divorce order. To avoid legal issues, your lawyer will ensure you disclose all your assets. If you are not aware of all your assets and debts, your attorney will help locate and collect these records to ensure your divorce properly addresses all your possessions.

In some divorces, the issue of spousal support needs to be addressed if one of the spouses was heavily reliant on the other spouse for financial aid. Spousal support is granted to the dependent spouse to help them get on their feet after the divorce. Your divorce lawyer can help you claim a fair spousal support settlement.

Explain the Grounds For Divorce

In every state, there are grounds for divorce that give one of the spouses the right to request the court to dissolve a marital relationship. In some divorce cases, the grounds for divorce may be fault-based and include adultery, abuse, cruel treatment, or incarceration. In no-fault states, you can get divorced without any justification.

In some states, couples can only get a divorce if they have been separated for a particular duration. One of the primary roles of a divorce attorney is to explain the benefits of asking the court to dissolve your marriage. Your lawyer will also identify loopholes in your case. For example, if some legal process had been overlooked during the marriage or some paperwork is missing, your lawyer will discuss other options such as annulling your marriage.

For more information on family law, contact a lawyer in your area.