{"id":2772,"date":"2023-02-02T10:03:27","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T15:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedurstfirm.com\/?p=2772"},"modified":"2023-02-02T10:03:27","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T15:03:27","slug":"college-costs-and-divorce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedurstfirm.com\/?p=2772","title":{"rendered":"College costs and divorce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are approaching a time of year filled with angst for high school seniors and their parents: college decisions and the costs that come with those decisions. For divorced families, there may be added concern and confusion. The Durst Firm can help. If you had questions about your potential obligation to contribute towards the college costs of your child, contact the firm to schedule a consultation. It\u2019s never too soon to plan and prepare. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We are approaching a time of year filled with angst for high school seniors and their parents: college decisions and the costs that come with those decisions. For divorced families, there may be added concern and confusion. 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