Dating after divorce filed

The courts will probably not pay any attention to allegations by one spouse that the other has gone out with someone else – whether it allegedly occurred before or after filing the divorce.

However, the judge is not the person who will raise the issue nor the person whose wrath causes problems.

I didn’t actually go on a date, though, until about four to five months after my divorce was finalized.

It ended up being a total disaster—the guy was criticizing how I ate pizza—so I had to cut that nightmare short and have a friend come pick me up.

This plan can backfire, especially if you anticipate being granted spousal support.

You may lose your right to receive spousal support if you live with a new romantic partner post-split.

If you do choose to date during your divorce, hold off on taking your new squeeze on vacations, or on buying them expensive gifts, until you’re no longer sharing assets with your ex.

If you are involved in a relationship or if your spouse suspects you are involved or dating another person, tell us.You’ll be less likely to make demands out of spite and more likely to be sympathetic to their requests and willing to compromise on important issues.If you know that your spouse will find it hurtful to learn that you’ve begun dating someone new, this hurt could turn into a desire to exact revenge through the divorce itself.We understand that you need to talk with others and that you need to “heal” from all the things that have (and are) happening in your relationship.We suggest you talk with your existing network of friends and that you seek help with a good psychologist or social worker who is qualified in grief and divorce counseling.

As a result, many splitting spouses find themselves to be short on cash.