Divorce is overwhelming enough without needing a law degree or a subscription to Babbel just to keep up. One minute you’re trying to figure out how to tell your kids what’s happening, and the next, someone’s asking if you’ve filed a Complaint, drafted a Separation Agreement, and prepared your Equitable Distribution Affidavit. Come again?
Here’s the truth: the legal jargon surrounding divorce is confusing, intimidating, and often needlessly complicated. Terms like “legal custody,” “plaintiff,” and “memorandum of understanding” get tossed around like everyone is supposed to know what they mean. (Spoiler: most people don’t.)
I believe the language of divorce shouldn’t be so hard.. Understanding the terms being used is one of the easiest ways to stay in control of your divorce and make informed decisions about your future. That’s why I created a plain-language Glossary of Terms to help you cut through the noise and gain confidence in what’s ahead.
Whether you’re just starting to think about separating, or you’re knee-deep in co-parenting conversations, Together You Part’s glossary is your no-fluff, no-legalese guide to making sense of the process.
So the next time someone throws out a word like “interrogatories” or “custodial parent,” you won’t just nod and smile—you’ll know exactly what they mean, and whether it even applies to your case.
Here’s the even better news: if you mediate with Together You Part, you won’t hear most of these legal buzzwords at all. We ditch the courtroom lingo in favor of clear, human language—and when we do use a term that matters, your mediator will walk you through exactly what it means, how it applies, and whether it even belongs in your agreement. You’ll never be left guessing or Googling mid-session. Just clarity, support, and real understanding—That’s to “TYP” Way!
