You and your spouse have decided to mediate. Great! That means you both believe that you can work together (with help) to enter into an agreement that will best resolve your differences. It does not mean everything will be perfect. Nor does it mean someone will give...
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Watch What You Post On Facebook(Instagram, TikTok, etc.) – Social Media and Divorce
Recently, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers stated that 81% of the attorneys surveyed have used social media evidence in court proceedings. That is a large percentage of cases where social media has been presented as evidence of affairs, drug use, alcohol...
Is It Time To Divorce?
In my 19 years of practice in family law, I have had many people come into my office asking if they should get divorced. I tell them quite simply that it is a decision that they need to make. While I may have an opinion based on what they tell me, it is not for me...
The Most Important Question Everyone Has When Seeing A Divorce Lawyer
I do not know a lawyer who has not had a potential client come in and ask this question: How much is this going to cost? It’s a legitimate question. After all, you do not get divorced all the time. You have heard horror stories from friends, family and co-workers. ...
Getting organized during your divorce
People know that divorce is a lot of work. Everyone has heard a story from a friend that gave them pause about what the process would entail. It's very important to pick a good lawyer who will advocate for you and your interests. However, there can also be detailed...
Back to School – Solving Parenting Time Problems During Covid-19
It’s that time of year again when students are getting ready to head back to school. In 2020, parents are struggling with the challenges of COVID-19 where most schools are not open as normal. Some schools are offering the option for students to attend in-person...
Parenting Plans That Works for the Family, Not the Partner
One of the positives of not being able to go into the courthouse is couples are more open to resolving their issues in mediation. Since most of the work in mediation and collaborative divorces occur outside of the courthouse, divorces can occur even if courts are...
Mediation and Collaborative Divorce During A Pandemic
We have been sheltering in place for over three months and it looks like it will be awhile before we return to “normal.” Courthouses are moving on to the next phase, but in person appearances are still not happening(for the most part). With other states experiencing...