Book Excerpt: Chapter 9 - DiVorce

The first meeting was scheduled, and Rachel dreaded the encounter. She entered Mr. Epstein's conference room where Michael and his attorney, John Ryan, were already seated. It was odd to be sitting on opposite sides of the table from her husband. 

Michael shook his head, and then loudly said, “NO! Rachel, know this, we will sell the house when we split. And besides Rachel, I don't see how you could keep it without my support." 

Sol Epstein said, "John, why does your client think that he won't have to support her there? I think you should set him straight. This was a long-term marriage.” 

Michael continued: "I can see this is a waste of time. I'm not handing the house over to you, and I'm not spending the rest of my life paying you." 

Michael ranted up and down the conference room. His language was disparaging and demeaning as he addressed her. 

Rachel couldn't look at him. She kept thinking; this is the man that I gave my very being to for over thirty years. 

EDITOR'S NOTE: 
A 30-year marriage ending. How will they part? How will assets be split up? 
How will each survive, after only knowing each other for over 30 years? Can they move on?

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