It is a common scenario. You have agonized over the decision to leave your marriage. You may have spent years in counseling. You may have been mulling over the decision for a long time, knowing it was right but being concerned to pull the trigger. By Divorce Magazine You feel ready to divorce, but there is […]
6 Signs You’ve Hired the Wrong Divorce Attorney
Unfortunately, no matter how good a divorce attorney is, or was for someone else, you could find yourself in a situation where your attorney just isn’t doing what you think they should be doing. By Divorce Magazine Classic problems might include taking too long to get back to you, flagrant inaction on your case, not doing […]
The Dependency Deduction: Who Gets to Claim the Children?
Who gets to claim the children on their taxes in a divorce? This issue comes up a lot – and it should, because the dependency deduction is more valuable than most people realize. By Kristen Shearin Who gets to claim the children on their taxes in a divorce? This issue comes up a lot and it should, because […]
10 Tips for a Peaceful Divorce (Even from a Narcissistic Spouse)
Ten helpful tips to keep your divorce peaceful even if you are dealing with a high-conflict or narcissistic spouse. You may not achieve the perfect “conscious uncoupling” but you may just save some sanity and real money on legal bills. By Melissa Kalil By now we are all too familiar with the popular movement to “consciously uncouple,” and […]
Life After Divorce Part 1: Facing the Uncomfortable Truth
To create a happy life after divorce, you must uncover the deep-rooted beliefs and issues holding you back. Work through your self-doubt, insecurities, and questions to forgive and truly let go. By Kim Nguyen During this time of uncertainty, we’ve all been afforded the luxury or the burden of time with our thoughts. We’ve been forced […]
Child Custody: Don’t Play Tug-of-War with a Fragile Rope
Tug-of-war custody battles can get messy. The “rope” gets pulled, stretched, and maybe even broken. No matter who “wins,” the rope – that fragile rope – is always caught in the middle. By Valerie Hein, Family Lawyer The person you’re in a relationship with isn’t the person you fell in love with. Your partner had an affair and you’ll […]
A Father’s Day Guide for Divorced Dads
Here are 3 Father’s Day tips for divorced dads that can help create an enjoyable experience for everyone. If you can’t be with your kids on the day itself, however, remember that you’re their father every day of the year – and that’s something to celebrate! By Deanna Conklin-Danao, Psy.D. Father’s Day celebrates the relationship between […]
The Pros & Cons of Hiring a Therapist During a Divorce
Hiring a therapist during divorce can be a sign of your commitment to healing and feeling better. You are investing in yourself and your future – but there are a couple of cons to consider. Have you considered hiring a therapist during divorce? The current divorce rate in the United States is hovering around 50%. […]
How to Handle Pet Custody Battles in Divorce
Unless your prenup specifies where pets will live following a divorce, it’s likely that you may have to figure out how to handle pet custody on your own. By Ohman CFP® & Co Unless your prenup specifies where pets will live following a divorce, it’s likely that you may have to figure out how to handle pet […]
What Every Couple Should Know About Divorce During COVID-19
We don’t know how long this pandemic will last, but here are some insights into what can help a divorcing couple cope with the double-whammy of a divorce during COVID-times. Deciding to divorce is never easy. Deciding to divorce during COVID-19 is even more challenging. Two years ago, when the COVID-19 pandemic became a reality, we witnessed […]