Is it normal to feel excited about your divorce? For a lot of people, yes — and quietly worrying that something is wrong with you for feeling lighter is one of the most common (and least talked about) parts of the process. In this post, a Nebraska family lawyer and Parenting Act mediator with thirteen years of practice walks through why relief and grief so often coexist, what Nebraska's no-fault dissolution framework actually requires, how to handle strong feelings during a pending case so they don't accidentally hurt your custody or finances, and what to do if your honest reaction is closer to grief than to celebration.

Nebraska custody cases aren’t decided by who “deserves” more time or whether 50/50 sounds fair. They’re decided by one thing: the best interests of the child under the Nebraska Parenting Act. This guide breaks down what judges actually consider under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-2923, why teens don’t simply “choose” where to live, why Nebraska’s age of majority is 19, and when a material change in circumstances may justify modifying a parenting plan.

In Nebraska, it’s not the divorce itself that hurts children—it’s how parents handle it. This post explores how conflict impacts kids during and after separation, what Nebraska law says about parenting plans and co-parenting responsibilities, and how to protect your child’s emotional wellbeing throughout the process. Whether you’re considering divorce or already navigating custody, this guide is a must-read.