More often than not, before couples decide to part ways, there are obvious signs that divorce is on the horizon.  Below, some common signs of divorce are identified:

§  One or both spouses frequently thinks about that it would be like to be separated or imagines living a life without being married to their spouses.

§  One or both spouses feel that the bad aspects of the marriage far outweigh the good aspects.

§  One or both spouses often choose to keep secrets or to keep things hidden. 

§  One or both spouses no longer wish to be intimate, either physically or emotionally.

§  One or both spouses feel as if they are the only ones trying to solve problems within the relationship and are getting nowhere.

Although these signs are not guaranteed to lead to divorce, they often foretell that there are marital problems that could lead to separation in the future if not resolved.

If you are going through an uncontested divorce or a contested divorce in Jacksonville, contact Ellerin & Hutchinson to discuss your situation with a Jacksonville divorce lawyer.

Contrary to belief, not all spouses who choose to divorce are arch enemies.  In fact, may are friends and wish to remain friends by ending their marriages on amicable terms.  However, when you are friends with your spouse, your emotions may cloud your judgment and prevent you from going through with an uncontested divorce.

If you are still friends with your spouse and wish to pursue an uncontested divorce, follow these three tips:

-  Consider divorce mediation.  Talking through your family issues and working together to reach mutual decisions with help from a professional mediator will ensure that your friendship remains intact.

-  Encourage discussions on important issues and express your needs.  When talking about important issues, like child support and child custody, be sure to express your desires and wishes.  If you find that this leads to contentious arguments, it is best to work with a divorce mediator.

-  Hire separate divorce attorneys.  Even though you plan to go through an uncontested divorce, it is important that both you and your spouse have sufficient legal representation to ensure that your best interests remain protected.

Are you going through an uncontested divorce in Jacksonville?  A Jacksonville divorce attorney from Ellerin Hutchinson can provide you with assistance.  Contact us now!

During a divorce, it may be difficult for the parties to agree upon issues such as child custody and visitation, child support, alimony, division of property, and more.  So much so that the constant bickering, fighting, and arguing can lead to a highly volatile situation.  When the parties are unable to resolve the various issues of their divorce, it is referred to as a contested divorce.  If possible, it is to your advantage to avoid this type of situation.  Not only do contested divorces tend to be emotionally draining, but because the parties cannot reach mutual decisions, they can also take months, if not a year or longer to resolve.   In the end, this means more money, more time, and more stress for you.  The longer a divorce battle rages on, the more money you can expect to spend in the long run on attorney fees and court costs.

The opposite of a contested divorce is an uncontested divorce.   Uncontested divorces are met with little turmoil, as the parties are able to amicably reach decisions over the dissolution of their marriage. When both parties are able to agree on the various issues of their divorce, it makes the process goes much more smoothly, ultimately saving both parties a great deal of time, money, and unneeded stress and anxiety.

How a Skilled Jacksonville Divorce Attorney Can Help

If you have decided to file for divorce, Jacksonville divorce lawyer Scott Ellerin can help you work towards addressing the various aspects of your divorce in an amicable manner.  If any discrepancies, disagreements, or arguments should occur, Mr. Ellerin can help you resolve them quickly, so you can focus on what is most important: resolving your divorce quickly, efficiently, and in a way that meets your satisfaction!

Filing for divorce in Jacksonville or the surrounding area? Contact Jacksonville divorce attorney Scott Ellerin today!