Divorce and Separation
Step Families Take Time and Space to Gel
August 10, 2016
As we sat around our dinner table last night discussing a variety of topics ranging from Trump's hateful rhetoric to a discussion around racism/classicism to the cost of a loaf of bread in Washington DC, it became very clear to my husband and I that our "little" (well not so little as we share 6 ...
Divorce is Not All Bad
August 4, 2016
How does divorce work for women in countries that severely restrict their freedoms? Here in the United States, as well as in many other western countries, it is very easy to take for granted the relative equality between men and women in terms of access to divorce. Of course women are still f...
Facing the challenges of extended family during divorce
July 31, 2016
During even the best of times, relations with extended family can be challenging to navigate. These challenges may compound and manifest in many different ways during the process of separation or divorce. Depending on the type of relationships you and your spouse have with your respective...
Divorcing on a budget
July 28, 2016
Divorce can be incredibly expensive, but does it HAVE to be? Spending unnecessary money on divorce is foolish. This is money you could be utilizing after your divorce or to care for your kids. Wouldn't you rather pay for piano lessons or a family vacation than spend unnecessary money fighting y...
Stages of Grief – Divorce
July 16, 2016
Stages of grief during a divorce 1. Denial During this phase you desperately search for reasons why you should stay with your spouse. Now may be the time you suggest that you both should “work harder” to stay together. Despite the fact that your marriage is ending, and probably for good re...
Divorcing a Narcissist
July 13, 2016
Divorce is hard. Everyone knows that. However, it is exponentially more difficult to divorce a narcissist. Despite the universally excepted truth that all divorces are difficult, many people fail to consider the significant role that personality plays in the process. When divorcing a narcissist...
Collaborative Law
June 25, 2016
It is likely no surprise that divorce and separation cases are often highly stressful and litigious, not uncommonly depleting the finances of parents only to leave them emotionally drained and unsatisfied with the court-ordered results. Such high-conflict cases often only harm the children when t...
Read The Co-Parents’ Handbook if you are parents getting a divorce…..
June 7, 2016
Given the inherent nature of divorce and separation it should be no surprise that family law can often be high-conflict, stressful and litigious. While successful co-parenting during and after can be difficult and at times seemingly impossible, it is most often doable with hard work and a willing...
divorce peacemaking woody mosten
May 22, 2016
When considering divorce and and seeking out legal counsel, ask yourself - do you want an attorney who can bite the hardest or do you want an attorney who can help you build the most durable agreements which focus on your children's well-being both now and in the future while at the same time ens...
Choosing the Right Attorney – Trust your Gut – You “N” Types Know What I Mean…….
May 13, 2016
So where does one start when reaching the decision to start a divorce? Most people start searching for a lawyer by asking friends for advice and searching the internet, but here are some topics to consider: 1. Identify the potential need for a divorce attorney early. Ask questions before you ar...