Few events in your life can be as tumultuous, unpredictable, or as painful as a divorce. Depending on your situation, you may not know what you can do to protect yourself. In fact, you may have been so confident in your marriage that you failed to realize various signs that your marriage was about to end. That’s okay. It can be difficult to notice such signs, especially if your spouse isn’t forthcoming. A Lincoln divorce lawyer can help you make a plan for your divorce.

Depending on how honest your spouse is willing to be about their concerns, there may be countless signs that a divorce is in your immediate future. It may be solely up to you to recognize those signs and decide whether to address them honestly or say goodbye to your marriage on your own terms. If that’s what you decide, don’t let anyone try to tell you that you didn’t do enough or that your reasons aren’t strong enough. If they matter to you, that’s enough.

Hiring the Right Divorce Lawyer

One of the most important decisions you can make for your case is hiring the right divorce lawyer. Having the right lawyer’s help throughout this ordeal can make all the difference, especially if your spouse tries to stall just to make things worse for you. At Stange Law Firm, we can provide you with the right kind of legal support that’s personalized and compassionate. Our multi-state legal team has helped countless clients across the country handle their divorces.

It may also be important for you to recognize the various rates of marriage and divorce throughout your state, especially if you are worried about being the only one in your circle who’s divorced. You are not alone. 

According to data from the CDC, Nebraska has a low divorce rate at 2.6 per 1,000 residents as of 2022, but that doesn’t mean divorces don’t happen. The marriage rate, though, is quite high at almost 52% in 2025, according to World Population Review.

Divorce can be a difficult situation to work through on your own. The emotional toll it can take may be hefty, especially if you are reluctant to accept help. You are under no obligation to deal with this alone. In fact, you can never have enough support. 

You may want to take comfort in your loved ones or consider reaching out to a local divorce support group like DivorceCare. Talking to people who understand what you’re going through can be quite beneficial to your case.

Potential Signs of a Divorce

It’s an unfortunate fact of life that no good, solid marriage has ever ended in divorce. Divorce is reserved for marriages that are in constant struggle. Marriages that deal with resentment, betrayal, and mistrust. Many people are reluctant to get divorced for many reasons, including disrupting the family dynamic. However, in the long run, separating may be better for everyone. Here are some potential signs that your marriage is about to end:

  • Constant Fighting: Every couple fights. Working out your problems together can be an important way to maintain boundaries in a relationship. However, if you find yourself constantly fighting over mundane things with no resolution, that may be a sign that you have deeper issues at play. Whether or not you choose to address those issues is up to you, but if you can’t, you may want to consider speaking to a divorce lawyer.
  • Lack of Intimacy: It’s important for every couple to maintain a healthy and pleasant sex life. Intimacy is a vital cornerstone of a good relationship. If you don’t put constant work into your relationships, things can become stale. If that happens, the staleness can lead to frustration and guilt. Making time for each other is important. If you find yourself unable to find quality time, you may want to consider separation.

FAQs

Q: Is Getting Divorced the Right Choice to Make?

A: You’re the only one who can make that decision. Everyone has different boundaries that they refuse to allow anyone to cross, including their spouse. If your spouse has broken those boundaries and refuses to compromise, you may want to consider cutting your losses and moving forward with a divorce. You have to consider your own happiness and do what’s right for you. If that includes a divorce, then so be it.

Q: Should I Hire a Divorce Lawyer?

A: Yes, you should hire a divorce lawyer. Whenever you are going through legal trouble of any sort, it’s vital that you retain legal support. It’s no different in a divorce. The last thing you want is to end up being taken advantage of by your spouse’s legal team because you failed to retain legal support for yourself. The help of a divorce lawyer during this ordeal is invaluable. Your lawyer can help you through every detail of your case.

Q: Can Trust Be Restored in a Marriage?

A: That depends on the strength of your marriage and whether both partners are committed to working things out. Trust is a very fragile thing. Once it’s broken, it can be next to impossible to put back together. Many people have different definitions of a trust violation. To some, it’s infidelity. To others, it could be financial differences or drug abuse. Everyone’s respective boundaries are different.

Q: Should I Tell People About My Divorce?

A: At the end of the day, it’s your life. You should tell whoever you want about your divorce, provided you are comfortable being that honest with people. Eventually, people are going to find out. There may be certain people, such as your kids or your parents, who you feel should know before anyone else. Your lawyer should know every detail of your case so they can do their job properly.

Reach Out to a Divorce Lawyer Today

There’s nothing wrong with recognizing that your marriage has run its course. It may be healthy to set boundaries early on so you can better protect yourself if divorce comes. At Stange Law Firm, we can help you put together a strong case for your divorce. Contact us to speak to a valued member of our legal team about what we can do for you.