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Does Anyone Win in a Divorce?
Fear. Sadness. Loss. Anger. Resentment. These are just some of the negative emotions that a person may be feeling when he or she is faced with the prospect of a divorce.
Read the Article3 Misconceptions About Divorce
When someone contemplates divorce, it seems that everyone gives his or her two cents. But rarely is this information helpful.
Read the ArticleGetting a Divorce? 4 Steps Before Filing
The decision to divorce is not an easy one. The unknowns can be overwhelming. But having a plan in place can make the path ahead a bit less difficult.
Read the ArticleMediation vs. Collaborative Divorce
You have decided to divorce and neither party is interested in a long, drawn-out court battle. Is there a healthy and respectful way to divorce?
Read the Article4 Benefits of Mediating, Rather than Litigating
Mediation, which is becoming increasingly well-known and widely accepted, allows divorcing spouses, who wish to avoid litigation, the opportunity to work together to resolve issues relating to their…
Read the ArticleWhat is a Collaborative Divorce?
When faced with a divorce, many people would like to avoid the court process and the knock-down, drag-out conflicts that can come with it.
Read the ArticleOpting for an Uncontested Divorce
It means that the parties work together to settle all of the issues which might arise during the divorce and avoid the time, expense and family devastation which often accompanies a court battle.
Read the Article3 Benefits of Finding a Divorce Lawyer Willing to 'Play Nice'
Many people believe that they need a "bulldog" attorney who will get them every penny they deserve and then some.
Read the ArticleTaking the High Road in a Custody Battle: 3 Reasons Why You Should
When two parents decide to divorce or separate, tensions are often high, and it is easy to succumb to bitterness and finger-pointing.
Read the Article3 Reasons to Settle Custody Out of Court
While not every co-parenting relationship will allow for the parents to work together to come to a workable outcome, the vast majority of them can.
Read the ArticleThe Benefits of a Shared Custody Schedule
Clients are often surprised to hear that the courts favor a custody schedule which gives equal time to both Mom and Dad.
Read the Article3 Ways to Limit the Impact of Separation or Divorce on Your Kids
Even in the most amicable of divorces, there is no question that the division of the family has a significant impact on the children.
Read the Article4 Ways to Lessen the Financial Impact of Divorce
There is no question that divorce will impact your finances. Often, couples are taking the income which supported one household and stretching it to support two.
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