Domestic violence can happen to anyone, but how often does it happen? Unfortunately, statistics prove that this type of abuse is very common.According to estimates from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence: One in three women have experienced physical...
Family Law
Recognizing when you are a victim of domestic violence
Domestic violence leaves victims and their families distraught and concerned. For some, domestic abuse may present itself clearly in physical altercations; but for others, abuse may occur in subtle put-downs. No matter the abuse or its severity, all victims have the...
Letting your kids know about your divorce
When it comes to divorce, communication is critical not just between spouses, but between parents and their children. What parents say to their kids leading up to, during, and after a divorce matters. One conversation that can be particularly impactful for all the...
Ensuring a strong relationship with your child after divorce
For separating adults, divorce can bring stress and strong emotions. For children, such a confusing time may leave them quiet and concerned. The most beneficial action divorced parents can take is to provide comfort and open arms to their children.When custody is...
Communication when co-parenting is key
Good communication is extremely important when it comes to parenting, and this doesn't change when parents gets divorced. However, communication is especially important when divorced parents are co-parenting because the circumstance involves more than just the husband...
More and more millennials turning to prenups
Millennials have been getting married later in life compared to earlier generations. The types of concerns that are common among millennials as they enter marriage are perhaps different than couples who were getting married at younger ages. For one, getting married...
The three most common co-parenting issues after divorce
Many issues can arise when co-parenting with an ex-spouse. Unfortunately, there is no single guide that can cover all potential problems that may arise, as every situation is unique based on circumstance.However, there are a few obstacles that are common and very...
How to handle a contentious divorce
Before you decided to divorce, you probably heard about the horror stories emanating from contentious splits. It is also possible that the emotional fallout and years of resentment have prevented you from initiating the process altogether.If you are afraid of having a...
Should I have a mediation or risk taking my divorce to trial?
If you are a high-asset couple facing divorce, you have probably received a lot of advice from well-meaning people. Many people who have been through a divorce trial will advise others to settle through mediation. After all, compromising on half of everything is...
Treat your kids’ mom with respect this Mother’s Day
Mother's Day can be a wonderful time of year for parents, children and grandchildren. But after a divorce, parent-specific holidays like Mother's Day, Father's Day and even Grandparents' Day can be a source of confusion and frustration. We'll take some time in this...