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What You Should Not Do During a Divorce

What You Should Not Do During a Divorce

Legal Guidance that Could Save Your Case

We’ve guided thousands of Nebraskans through divorce while helping them protect what matters most. Avoiding common mistakes is crucial, as they can impact your custody case, finances, and overall peace of mind. In this video, our CEO, David Crum, Esq., explains the dos and don’ts of divorce and how early missteps can set your case back before it even begins.

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The Most Common Mistakes People Make During a Divorce

4 Common Mistakes People Make During a Divorce

Divorce is an emotional process, and when tensions run high, it’s easy to make choices that can harm your case without realizing it. Even small missteps can have big consequences in court. Here are some of the most common mistakes couples make while their divorce case is still pending:

Don't Involve the Kids

1. Don’t Involve the Kids

Conflict should never play out in front of your children. Judges take a very negative view of parents who argue, fight, or even discuss the divorce around kids. Even if you think they aren’t paying attention, children pick up on more than you realize. Keeping them shielded from disputes protects both their well-being and your custody case.
Watch Your Words

2. Watch Your Words

What you say during a divorce can and will be used against you. Heated texts, voicemails, or social media posts don’t disappear—they become evidence. When emotions are high, it’s tempting to lash out, but doing so can convince the court you’re unwilling or unable to co-parent effectively.
Avoid Extreme Demands in a Divorce

3. Avoid Extreme Demands

Courts look for fairness and consistency when it comes to custody and visitation. Making unreasonable demands, like cutting off the other parent or suddenly insisting on more time than you’ve had in the past, can make you appear uncooperative. That loss of credibility can have long-term effects on your case.
Be Careful on Social Media

4. Be Careful on Social Media

Every post tells a story, and judges may eventually see yours. Photos of partying, aggressive comments, or even talking publicly about your case can all reflect poorly on you. Even if you delete them, those posts can resurface during discovery. Think twice before posting anything you wouldn’t want shown in court.
Working with the Divorce Attorneys at Nebraska Legal Group

Working with the Divorce Attorneys at Nebraska Legal Group

Divorce is never easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone. At Nebraska Legal Group, our Omaha and Lincoln divorce attorneys have the knowledge and experience to protect your rights at every stage of the process. Whether your case involves custody, property division, support, or all of the above, we provide the guidance you need to make confident decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

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The Blueprint for a Successful Divorce

The Blueprint for a Successful Divorce

Going through a divorce is challenging, but you don’t have to face it without guidance. The Blueprint for a Successful Divorce walks you through each stage of the process, showing you how to protect your rights, steer clear of costly errors, and make informed decisions for your future. Whether you’re considering filing or already navigating the process, this guide offers practical direction to help you take the next step with confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are certain mandatory filing fees payable to the Nebraska courts – but the bulk of the costs of divorce are likely to be taken up by the process of negotiating a settlement or going to trial. Read more

That depends greatly on how amicable your separation from your ex will be. Firstly, is your divorce contested or uncontested? Read more

Nebraska imposes certain restrictions and waiting periods to ensure that everything is in order before a divorce is granted. In short, no divorce in Nebraska can be rushed. Read more

There are three main ways to ensure that your divorce proceeds without the delays or unnecessary expense of it going through a long process in the Nebraska courts. Read more

Very little concerning divorce and remarriage happens very quickly in Nebraska. Certain waiting periods apply before divorces can be finalized and further waiting periods apply before you can get married to another person. Read more

Hiring a divorce attorney is strongly recommended in order to get the best outcome from your case, but you can represent yourself if you choose. Read more.

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