After the Divorce
Once you are divorced, there are often post-divorce tasks to complete. Whether you are implementing the agreements or addressing post-divorce disputes, learning the basics (and what you can do on your own) will prepare you and may save you time and money.
Post Divorce Introduction
Learn about steps and tasks that need to be completed to implement the agreements outlined in the decree after the divorce is final.
Post Divorce Transfer of Real Estate
Learn the steps, considerations and potential challenges with transferring or handling real estate after a divorce is final.
Post Divorce Division of Retirement
Learn the procedures and legal requirements to divide each type of retirement account to facilitate a smooth transition and compliance with the divorce decree.
Post Divorce Division of Other Assets and Liabilities
Review considerations and tips for dividing assets and liabilities after divorce, like bank accounts, investment accounts and debts.
Certificate of Dissolution
An official document issued by the court that formally ends a marriage, confirming the legal dissolution of the marriage and often including basic details like the date of the divorce and name change.
In-Kind Transfer
The process of transferring ownership of assets without converting assets to cash and potentially incurring taxes, and instead directly transferring the actual asset itself, such as stocks, property, or other physical items.
Interest Rate
The cost of borrowing money, expressed as a percentage of the loan amount.
Indemnification
A legally binding agreement in which one party agrees to compensate the other for any loss or damage incurred, often used to protect against financial liability.
Loan Modification
A change made to the terms of an existing loan by the lender, sometimes considered as an alternative to refinancing, though not a common divorce solution and not to be confused with a loan assumption or refinance.
Quit Claim Deed
A legal document used to transfer ownership interest in a property without providing any guarantees about the title's validity or freedom from encumbrances, often used in a divorce because of the familiarty and trust between the parties.
Appeal
In litigation, the process for a party to request review of the trial court's decision to a higher court if they believe legal errors were made or if they disagree with the outcome.
Plan Administrator
The entity or individual responsible for managing a retirement plan, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and processing benefit distributions.
QDRO
Also known as Qualified Domestic Relations Order and pronounced "quadro," a legal order following a divorce that is required to divide ownership of a qualified retirement plan (such as a pension or 401k) to give the divorced spouse their share of the asset or pension plan.
Certified Copy
An official document that verifies the finalization of a legal matter with an endorsement by the court, often a raised seal.
