Sheltering at home causes an enormous strain on marriages,
especially for those already on the brink of collapse. Beyond
trying to balance home schooling with working from home, widespread
closures and the cancellation of most activities not only means
parents and children are together around the clock, but spouses
are, too. No longer can spouses easily distance themselves from one
another.
This new reality has led some people to conclude that divorce is
the best option for them, but they are uncertain as to what they
could do at this time.
Typically, divorce actions will resolve either by agreement or
judgment within 14 months after the divorce filing. While the media
has reported the courts are closed to the general public, divorces
can still move forward in several ways. The courts are accepting
new divorce filings and issuing summonses, so that the 12 to 14
month process can begin. Parents can take the mandatory parenting
classes online. Lawyers can advise
