An experienced divorce lawyer details the special emotional and financial issues attending divorce after age 50, a time of life when blended families, health care concerns, and retirement and estate planning are major issues. The book begins and ends with real-life stories of women and men who survived difficult divorces. There are two chapters devoted to seeking and understanding guidance from attorneys and other professionals, and from family and friends. Alternatives to divorce, such as collaborative divorce, long-term separations, and post-marital agreements, are described. There is detailed information on dividing marital property, assets, debts, taxes, and healthcare coverage. Also discussed are issues related to recovering financially and emotionally from the divorce. Appendices offer blank forms for inventorying assets and liabilities, a list of state insurance pool and risk pool contacts, and guidelines for assessing living expenses. Green is a partner in a law firm. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Read Less