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Divorce After Age 50

Baltimore County divorce lawyers help clients through gray divorces (divorce after age 50).Since the 1990’s, the divorce rate for couples over the age of 50 has doubled. For many men and women, age 50 seems to be an age of reckoning. After the kids have grown and left home, many couples quickly realize they have grown apart.  Spouses finally have the time to consider if they really want to spend their golden years in an unhappy marriage. Also known as a gray divorce, this comes with its own unique issues and challenges. The following are things to consider about divorce after age 50 and tips for finding happiness again.

Divorce is Painful at Any Age

Divorce over age 50 comes with the same trauma and pain that it does for younger couples. The end of a marriage, whether it be after five years or 35 years is an enormous loss. Every couple needs to grieve and heal as they enter this new phase of life. Men and women can find peace and happiness on the other side of a gray divorce with time, counseling, and self-care.

Finances May Be More Challenging

When it comes to gray divorce, the new financial picture can be especially discouraging for spouses who deferred the management of household expenses to their ex-spouse during the marriage. In many couples, one spouse is responsible for overseeing the family finances. After divorce, the other spouse may feel blindsided as they prepare to run their own household.

Even in the most blissful of marriages where trust is paramount, both spouses should be actively involved in the family finances. No one anticipates the end of a marriage. It is smart to be prepared and avoid unwanted surprises like debt and hidden assets you were not aware of.

Attorney-Assisted Mediation

Couples over age 50 may be thinking about leaving the work force. They usually do not have a lot of time to recover the costly expenses involved in a long, drawn-out divorce before retirement. Couples at this age no longer deal with issues of child custody, child support, and visitation, which helps to simplify the divorce process.

A trusted Baltimore County divorce lawyer can guide you through the process and educate you on the basic laws in your state, so you can make smart, informed decisions about your divorce. Entering mediation without an attorney can jeopardize your livelihood and financial future.

Baltimore County Divorce Lawyers at Huesman, Jones & Miles, LLC Help Clients Through Gray Divorces

Baltimore County divorce lawyers at Huesman, Jones & Miles, LLC understand that couples divorcing after age 50 have diverse needs. Our team of attorneys specializing in family law are available to answer your questions and guide you through every stage of divorce. To schedule a free consultation about your separation or divorce, call 443-589-0150 or contact us online. Our offices are located in Hunt Valley and Towson, Maryland to serve residents in and around Hunt Valley, Cockeysville, Lutherville Timonium, Upper Falls, Phoenix, Riderwood, Sparks Glencoe, Brooklandville, Butler, Stevenson, Glyndon, Monkton, Reisterstown, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Parkville, Boring, Glen Arm, Baldwin, and Upperco.

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