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Is it Okay to Date During Divorce?

Even if dating won’t have any effect on the outcome of your divorce case, such as the amount of alimony you’ll receive under Wisconsin's guidelines or whether you’ll get custody of your children, it’s not usually a good idea to do it.

There are several reasons, including the way your kids will feel and your overall emotional readiness, but generally, it’s because it could affect your divorce case.

If your spouse finds out that you’re dating, he or she might be less willing to negotiate. In fact, a “jilted” spouse can be almost impossible to deal with during a divorce… and that’s the last thing you want. It’s always best to avoid causing anger, bitterness and resentment; those things lead to longer divorces and more money spent on attorney’s fees.

What the Experts Say

Psychologists suggest that it takes a significant amount of time to recover from a divorce, even if you’re glad that you went through with it. That means you won’t be emotionally ready to date someone before the ink has dried on your divorce decree, and that’s not fair to you or to the person you’re dating.

Your Best Bet when it Comes to Dating During Divorce

Your Milwaukee divorce lawyer is there to help you avoid all of the pitfalls of what you’re going through, so if he or she tells you not to date, take that advice very, very seriously. It’s best to steer clear of romantic entanglements during your divorce. Once it’s finished, you’re free to explore the dating scene – but in the meantime, settle for getting to know yourself again.

Can You Date During Divorce - Milwaukee Divorce and Family Lawyers

- Attorney Carlos Gamino

During your divorce, particularly if it’s been long and drawn-out or it’s been in the works for quite some time, you might feel like you’re ready to dive back into the dating pool. However, your Milwaukee divorce lawyer will probably give you some solid advice: Don’t!