Entertainment news was all a-buzz this past July with the announcement from Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony that their seven-year marriage is ending in divorce. But unlike the “typical” Hollywood break-up, with endless drama and rancor, the couple seems to be working to make the split as peacefully as possible. As reported by People magazine, their joint statement included, “We have come to amicable conclusion on all matters.”
Anthony has been quoted as saying “This is not a funeral. This is not a burial… This is just two people who came together and just realized… it wasn’t sustainable the way it was, and that’s that.” He also said, “I’ll always love Jennifer. She knows that… my kids know that. Jennifer’s a wonderful, wonderful woman, a wonderful mother, a wonderful friend.”
As parents of three-year-old twins Max and Emme, they know that they will still be a part of each other’s lives. “We realized very early on that even though we’re not together, our story’s not over. There are things to do together; there is life to see together through Max and Emme.”
The issues facing them in a divorce are not much different than anyone else going through this difficult process. There are the usual decisions to be made about child custody, visitation terms, division of property, continuation of joint business ventures, etc. These are often complex and sometimes messy, requiring willingness on both sides to compromise. But if this process can be accomplished without hostility and venom, it is so much easier on everyone involved. Being able to step back and recognize what’s good in each other, and striving together to work out an agreement that is basically fair to everyone will surely lead to a more peaceful outcome.
In addition, it makes legal matters much simpler. If you can come to an agreement on the issues (either on your own or with the help of a mediator), then you can avoid costly and adversarial court proceedings by enlisting the aid of a professional to prepare the legal documents.
Divorce With Dignity can help. Each of our offices are staffed with a primary director, drawn from various professions, including attorneys, independent paralegals, legal documentation assistants, and mediators. We believe that your divorce is unique based upon your situation. Our mission is to provide –
- A safe place for anyone considering an amicable divorce or separation
- Divorce advice, and assistance in divorce planning
- Facilitation services to help you understand the divorce process and how it affects you both legally and emotionally
- Support with filing the divorce papers and related legal documents
- Affordable legal access
- Other divorce support services
We believe that amicable divorce and peaceful conflict resolution are possible. Our holistic approach can help you get through the divorce process with dignity and calmness.
If you would like to learn more, we encourage you to call your local Divorce With Dignity office to talk with one of our professionals.
The author of this blog is not an attorney and the information contained in these blogs should not be considered legal advice. The information provided here is based on the experience of the author and some of her clients whose actual names are not mentioned. Do not hesitate to seek the advice of an attorney if you have any legal questions.
