Inifidelity is a subject wrought in strong emotions, as many of us have either been subjected to or live in fear of an affair that can destroy relationships and families. These physical relationships with people outside of the marriage can leave us betrayed and incapable of ever fully trusting a spouse again.
However, physical relationships are not the only kind of infidelity possible within a marriage. Many of us have grown distrustful of a partner who develops a very close relationship with an outside party, even if we know that relationship has never evolved to physicality.
This is often referred to as ’emotional infidelity’, and it is a fairly well-known phenomena. Relationships with co-workers often get close enough that they are referred to as “work wives” and “work husbands,” and these relationships often leave the other party in the marriage feeling deeply uncomfortable and betrayed.
Another, lesser known form of infidelity known as “financial infidelity” is nonetheless potentially even more destructive for a marriage. This type of infidelity involves one party in a marriage collecting money or assets in an account that is unknown to the other party.
While this sounds relatively harmless, it is all about the intent, as Orange County local family lawyer McNamee Mediations relates to us. As a divorce attorney specializing in financial infidelity, she’s seen dozens of cases where money was put away to create a hidden fund that they could use to spend money secretly or use so that the spouse would not have access to during divorce proceedings.
Financial infidelity is often the cause of significant financial issues for a family, which is one of the leading causes of marital issues. In addition to money, the fact that it is done without the knowledge of the other party often leads to feelings of betrayal and anger.
Once the financial infidelity has been exposed, it often proves to be too damaging to repair for a family, leading the couple to split up. According to McNamee, many couples who are splitting up over financial issues choose to opt for mediation, as the costs associated with a litigated divorce will only exacerbate issues.
Mediators like McNamee are also a more amicable method of splitting up a marriage. Successful mediators guide the couple through the difficult process of separation, leading to a mutually beneficial separation agreement that leaves both parties intact and capable of continuing on with their lives.
McNamee is one of the most successful mediation specialists in Orange County, as attested to by her sterling online testimonials. Take a look:
Working with Colleen was a truly positive experience during a challenging time. Her approach to mediation was both compassionate and professional, making the process smoother and less stressful than I anticipated. Colleen guided us with clarity, always ensuring that our concerns were heard and addressed. Choosing mediation with her was absolutely the right decision, as it allowed us to resolve our issues amicably without the need for lengthy and costly litigation. I highly recommend Colleen to anyone considering mediation as an alternative to the traditional court process.
OLENA L, Yelp Review
A divorce is never an easy process but Colleen McNamee was there for us every step of the way. She went out of her way to make sure the needs of both parties were met and always put us at ease. She took her time to explain everything and make sure we were both comfortable. She worked with our schedules, she made us laugh, and she was beyond fair. While I hope to never need her services in a divorce again I am so grateful that we chose her to handle our divorce. I highly recommend her and hope if you are ever in my position that you have someone as caring, knowledgeable and professional as she is. It makes all the difference at the end of the day when you can trust the person you are working with.
Shon S., Yelp Review
If your partner has engaged in infidelity, financial or otherwise, and you believe it’s time to bring the marriage to an amicable end, mediation is likely the solution for you. Call McNamee Mediations today:
McNamee Mediations
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