Divorce and Separation
Discussing Divorce with Your Children – Do this Right!
February 27, 2019
Although going through a divorce is going to be difficult on every member of your family, it's very common for your children to take the news the hardest and to need the most time to come to grips with the reality of what is happening. While there is likely nothing that you can do to make thi...
6 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Divorce Lawyer
February 15, 2019
Going through a divorce is exhausting. Hiring the right divorce attorney can make your life infinitely easier, you want to have the right person on your side when navigating these difficult waters. There are countless lawyers out there, finding the one that's right for you is worth a bit of inves...
Tips for Dads During a Divorce
February 4, 2019
Keep Records of Everything Keeping a record of everything that happens during the divorce process is always a good idea. Keep records of when you see your children, what you buy them, how much you're spending etc. If your wife decides to slander you via social media, record that as well b...
Major Pitfalls to Avoid During Divorce
February 1, 2019
Don't Make Big Purchases Unless your divorce has been finalized, it's unwise to make major purchases during the divorce process. It can be tempting to go out and get yourself something nice to make you feel better but this will only complicate the legal process and cause your problems down th...
5 Simple Ways to Be a Better Parent After Divorce
January 31, 2019
Set Aside Time for Your Kids Getting a divorce can be quite time consuming, and life after divorce can be equally as busy. Before you become too swamped, it's important to set aside time specifically for you and your children. Even if the day ahead of you is looking hectic, try to enjoy t...
Can You Really “Win” Your Divorce?
January 28, 2019
Deciding to initiate a divorce can obviously be a stressful decision. The changes in living situations, division of assets, and custody agreements are just some of the things that make a divorce such a daunting and lengthy proposition to consider. Making these tough decisions and getting your thi...
Bridging the Gap Between Your Children and Your New Partner
January 18, 2019
Parents and their children have different challenges to face when a divorce happens and adapting to life with your new partner can be one of the hardest to face as a child. Your child has likely long-entertained the idea that you and your ex will get back together and realize that this was all ...
No Court 4 Families 2025
August 29, 2018
https://www.divorceforce.com/article/does-family-court-destroy-family-by-karen-bonnell The article outlines the initiative led by Karen Bonnell, author of The Co-Parents Handbook and the soon to be released, The Step Family Handbook. Karen so succinctly states, "The adversarial, litigation proc...
Respect in Conflict Resolution
August 1, 2018
As family law attorneys, we are involved in some of life's biggest conflicts. Conflict is normal and expected in family law matters. After all, there is a dispute over a relationship of some kind or we wouldn't be here. When involved in a divorce, custody dispute or other matter, the parties a...
Spousal Maintenance and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)
July 30, 2018
Spousal maintenance payments are historically difficult to figure out in the course of divorce proceedings. Each state has a distinct set of rules surrounding maintenance and is based on a variety of rationale. Because the rationale behind an appropriate amount of payment can be subjective, mai...