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For some couples, the paperwork is the most intimidating, frustrating aspect of the divorce process — especially the documents on which you're required to list your assets and debts. While this process can be difficult, the divorce lawyers at MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott, P.C. in Middletown, NY, have some tips for breaking it up into more manageable tasks.

Whenever possible, they recommend using the Rule of Three, a powerful approach that can make any process less overwhelming. For example, try the following tips using this rule:

  • Make Lists: Listing everything you have yet to do can make an overwhelming situation impossible. Instead, concentrate on the next three tasks you have to accomplish. When you've taken care of those three, move on to the next set of three, and so on.
  • divorce lawyerMake A Schedule: Every day, pick three important things you still have to do and put them on the next day's calendar. You may find it useful to assign a specific time of day for each task and set a reminder in your phone. This approach can quickly lead to real progress, all without the feeling of devoting entire days to your paperwork.
  • Do One Category At A Time: For many families, listing and finding values for all of your assets can be a major undertaking. Try dividing your debts and assets into categories and doing three at a time. For example, you may want to list all of the real estate at once, then investment accounts, and so on. Doing just three at a time can keep you from getting discouraged and intimidated by how much you have left to do.

The best decision for making sure you make it through the process of getting a divorce is to hire a skilled divorce lawyer with a reputation for success. For over 130 years, MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott, P.C. has been providing high-quality legal representation to families throughout the area. Call (845) 343-3000 to speak with one of their divorce lawyers, or visit their website for more information. You can also connect with the law firm on Facebook.

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