NAVIGATING THE POST-DIVORCE LANDSCAPE
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At J&G Law, we understand that navigating the complexities of life after divorce can be overwhelming. As you embark on this new chapter, it is essential to address the legal, financial, and personal aspects of your changed circumstances. Our experienced attorneys and staff are dedicated to guiding you through the critical tasks that lie ahead, including the sale or transfer of the marital home and updating or creating your estate plan.
To help you navigate the post-divorce landscape and build a strong foundation for the next phase of your life, here is a checklist of tasks to consider:
Update Your Estate Plan:
Revise or create your Last Will and Testament
Revise or create your Living Will or Health Care
Proxy
Revise or create your Power of Attorney
Discuss creating or updating a Revocable Trust with your attorney
Update Beneficiaries:
Life insurance policies
Retirement accounts (401(k), IRA, pension)
Investment accounts
Transfer on Death (TOD) accounts
Financial And Property Updates:
Liquidate marital property and/or effectuate a transfer of property
Update property deeds and titles
Close joint bank accounts and joint credit cards
Prepare Domestic Relations Orders to divide retirement benefits
Family And Dependent Updates:
Update your child's health and life insurance beneficiaries (if applicable)
Update your dependent care FSA (if applicable)
Modify child support or access arrangements
Petition Family Court to correct violations of the Judgment of Divorce
Digital And Social Media Updates:
Update your social media accounts and privacy settings
Update your online passwords and security questions
Update your email accounts and email filters
Other Tasks:
Update your driver's license and passport with your name change
Update your emergency contacts
Review and consider updating your tax withholdings (W-4)
Update your voter registration
Update your insurance coverage (health, auto, home, life)
This list is not exhaustive, and it is recommended to consult with an attorney and financial advisor to ensure all necessary updates are made.