Divorces are never easy, especially when children and significant assets are involved. However, you shouldn't let those negative emotions drive you into making hasty decisions. The Law Offices of Conti & Levy, experienced divorce attorneys in Torrington, recommend taking the time to adequately prepare before beginning the process. This can increase your chances of achieving the outcome you're looking for.

• Before you do anything else, retain legal counsel, especially if the divorce looks like it's going to be contentious. An experienced lawyer can help prevent escalating emotions from distracting you from your goals for the divorce and hopefully negotiate a settlement that everyone can live with.
• Take a moment to develop a clear idea of your finances. One of the main purposes of the divorce process is to equitably divide marital assets, so you'll need to know precisely how much you and your spouse have as well as how much you owe.
• Gather any documentation you have that proves income, including income tax returns as well as your most recent pay stubs.
• You'll also need to determine what your costs are going to be after your divorce, including the total expenses of running your household. Now that you know how much your income will be, you'll be able to start devising a workable budget.
• If you don't have credit in your own name, now is the time to open a new credit card or a bank account to start establishing your post-divorce credit.

When you're ready, visit The Law Offices of Conti & Levy online or call (860) 482-4451 to schedule a consultation.