For people who want to resolve their divorce as painlessly as possible, an uncontested divorce is possible with the help of a family law attorney. Common Disputes in Divorce The most common disputes that arise during a divorce are: Property Division Property division can be tricky during a divorce. Often, both parties want to retain the same property, making an equitable division of assets difficult. Child Custody Issues Child custody, child support, and split parenting … [Read more...]

Collaborative divorce seeks to encourage the divorcing couple to work together toward an agreement without going to court. This alternative dispute resolution (ADR) approach requires both parties to hire separate collaborative attorneys who agree to work together toward a settlement. The attorneys are specifically trained in collaborative law so the focus is to solve problems to reach a win-win solution for both parties.  It also requires both parties to be actively involved in negotiations and … [Read more...]

The secret to having a happy thanksgiving after divorce is simply planning for it. Planning ahead reduces the stress and sadness that often accompany this holiday after divorce. It also provides an opportunity for the divorced party to stay connected with children during such an intense time of the year when he or she might otherwise feel left out or forgotten about by those around him or her. Planning could involve creating a to-do list for Thanksgiving, having a good parenting and financial … [Read more...]

If a divorcing couple is willing to negotiate and work together, then collaborative divorce is the ideal legal process of untying the knot. Due to the lack of lengthy court proceedings associated with regular divorces, collaborative divorce saves time, money, and stress. If the couple has a history of domestic violence or can’t communicate respectfully, then that couple will need to opt for a contested divorce. Understanding Collaborative Divorce A collaborative divorce is a legal approach … [Read more...]

People going through a divorce should have a solid plan in place before announcing their split on social media. In the past decade, it has become commonplace to share big life events on social media sites. In many ways, people may prefer announcing their divorce over social media rather than telling people in person. Social media allows partners to respectfully announce their divorce to a wide audience and spare themselves the pain of repeating the news over and over again.  What Is Important … [Read more...]