Military Expert & Attorney Sean Timmons Explains, “What Is a Military Divorce”

An interview with Ilyssa Panitz

Attorney/Legal Expert Sean Timmons recommends Military couples go to Mediation as opposed to Litigation because Military Divorces can takes years to settle.

In 1999, Congress designated May, as Military Appreciation Month. According to Military.com, May was specifically selected because it’s the perfect time to honor the many men/women who served, and the 1.4 million people currently active in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. In the United States, our calendar has events commemorating these brave soldiers and honoring their achievements, Memorial Day, Loyalty Day, Victory in Europe Day, Armed Forces Day, and Military Spouse Appreciation Day. What is Military Spouse Appreciation Day? Military.com says, “Military Spouse Appreciation Day” was established back in 1984 by then President Ronald Reagan. It recognizes the military spouses who have a great impact on our lives and our military communities. While most married/divorced couples know being a spouse a come with it challenges, military couples face other obstacles that can make or break their relationship and therefore lead to a “Military Divorce.” Studies have shown that…