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Alongside the emotional costs of divorce, the financial expenses can be very substantial. Additionally, the time and energy that goes into legal proceedings and mediation can be a significant drain on your resources. As a result, it’s important to save money whenever possible.
If your ex-partner is co-habiting with someone new it can have a substantial impact on maintenance payments, because living with someone you are dating tends to reduce living expenses generally and so your former spouse’s financial needs will be reduced. Unsurprisingly, as there is money involved this is an area where dishonesty often comes to the fore. Proving that one party is being dishonest or not disclosing relevant financial information will also strengthen your position in the mediation process.