While few divorces are considered “easy,” some have more conflict than others. High-conflict divorces are particularly emotional and tumultuous for all those involved. There may be intense animosity, prolonged legal battles, and disagreements that seem to take on a life of their own. Each decision becomes a point of contention, beginning with the division of marital assets and continuing through the allocation of parental responsibilities and determining parenting time.
A high-conflict divorce tends to bring out the worst in all those involved. Spouses who are divorcing a narcissist can usually expect a high-conflict divorce. Since narcissism may have played a major role in the divorce, spouses of narcissists likely already know to expect a contentious divorce. If you are divorcing a narcissist, you need a Kendall County, IL divorce lawyer who has experience dealing with narcissists to ensure you and your children are protected.