If you are divorcing later in life, the inheritance you were counting on — from your own family, your spouse's family, or a shared future bequest — may suddenly feel uncertain. This book is your guide to understanding what happens to those expected funds, property, and family heirlooms when a long marriage ends. You will learn how divorce laws interact with estate planning, how to protect assets that were meant for you or your children, and how to have honest conversations with adult children and extended family. With clear explanations of legal principles, tax consequences, and emotional realities, this book helps you separate hope from expectation and build a realistic financial foundation for your next chapter. Whether you are considering divorce, in the middle of proceedings, or already rebuilding, you will find practical steps to safeguard your future and honor your family's legacy without being trapped by it. Part of The Later-Life Divorce Library.