In the legal world of divorce, there are few undisputed facts. However, one fact beyond dispute is that divorce can be expensive. Really expensive. Most divorce litigants initially believe the main cost of divorce is legal fees. What many don’t know, and are unfortunately destined to figure out, is that legal fees are frequently only the tip of the iceberg. This article endeavors to identify and briefly describe the myriad of other costs and expenses, both tangible and intangible which may be incurred incident to a divorce.

Tangible Costs

The most obvious hard or direct costs in a divorce proceeding are attorney fees. In any divorce case where there are complex and numerous financial issues, a forensic accountant is advised. Below is an outline of other tangible costs associated with divorce.

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