Divorce: A Survivor’s Guide is a valuable, groundbreaking read that prepares you for divorce. It's a must-have for anyone interested in learning what to expect and avoid when divorcing a difficult and greedy spouse. Nancy J. Wells allows you to emerge from a divorce with dignity and the best outcome possible, even in a challenging situation. I found it very interesting to learn how crucial it is to find an attorney willing to pursue the outcome you feel you deserve. With this informative guide, you will get clarity on divorce proceedings, the Separation Agreement, uncontested and contested divorce, the discovery process, the trial, the equitable distribution, and different strategies to divorce. It also covers topics such as choosing your lawyer, paperwork, court appearances, negotiations, and the total cost of a difficult divorce, both emotional and financial.

Every person going through a divorce, or thinks they may in the foreseeable future, needs to read Divorce: A Survivor’s Guide. It's no exaggeration to say that it may save you thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. Even more importantly, it will save you some of the inevitable emotional turmoil during this life-changing process. Nancy J. Wells has been there, done that, and she leaves nothing unaddressed in describing what potential situations lie ahead in the divorce process. Wells wisely doesn't assume we know anything about the process. Instead, she defines legal terms in easy-to-understand language, addresses the mental turmoil, and advises those who might find themselves amid a divorce. I found Well’s frank admission of her feelings beneficial; it was good to learn that another person experienced my emotions. She defines the terms we need to know, lays out divorce options, provides examples of the required paperwork, and includes helpful sample worksheets. Wells provides advice on topics such as leaving emotions out of the process and knowing that splitting assets is not about fairness. She also breaks down the financial costs. It includes lists of what she, her ex-husband, and her attorney did wrong and what she did right. The final chapters deal with moving on from a divorce.