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Ending your marriage as an older adult

On Behalf of | Jun 21, 2019 | Family Law |

Some people decide to end their marriage after a couple of years, while others may decide that divorce is necessary after decades of marriage. Moreover, divorce may involve young adults and those who are middle-aged, but some older adults decide that the time has come to move on as well. If you are an older adult, there may be a number of factors to take into consideration as you work through the divorce process. For example, you may need to revise your estate plan and you may have various health-related issues to take into account as you make your way through the divorce process.

Sometimes, people may feel as if they are too old to deal with a divorce but ending a toxic marriage can be beneficial for anyone regardless of their age. By successfully maneuvering the process of getting a divorce, an older adult may have newfound freedom and a fresh start. For example, it can be very beneficial to separate from a spouse who prevents their partner from visiting with friends and family members, exerts excessive control over finances or simply prevents someone from living life as they wish.

Getting a divorce can be stressful, and it may consume a considerable amount of time. However, the benefits of taking this major step can pay off in many ways for the rest of one’s life. It is important for older adults to recognize that it is not too late to get a divorce, and we cover many topics that have to do with various family law matters on our blog.

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