Archive for March 2016
Advice On How To Schedule The Holidays With The Kids
When parents are separated and/or divorced, the holidays can be very stressful times for both the parties and for their children. Here are some things to keep in mind when preparing an effective, less stressful holiday schedule: As always, remember that this is about what is best for your children. Holidays especially will be a…
Read MoreThe Different Kinds of Visitation Orders
Custody and visitation orders are made by courts based on what the court believes is in the “best interest of the child.” That is the primary consideration that the court has to make based on the evidence presented. Custody has to do with both decision-making authority of the parents as well as the physical custody…
Read More10 Suggestions On How To Develop A Parenting Plan
For parties with children going through a separation whether they are married or not, there are many things to keep in mind when preparing a parenting plan for their children. Here are a few things to consider: Be detail-oriented when preparing your parenting plan. Make sure you are specific about the dates, times, locations and…
Read MoreDivorce When There Is Domestic Violence Involved
Domestic abuse is one of the most common reasons for a divorce. It involves mistreatment of one partner by the other, generally bordering towards violence. Physically harming a person (sexual assault, hitting etc.) or mental and emotional harassment (causing fear with threats of abuse, isolating partner from other people, stalking etc.) are all forms of…
Read MoreHandling Substance Abuse In Your Divorce
Most people, not being able to handle a stressful situation, look for ways to forget about the things that have been troubling them. This usually leads them to alcohol and drugs which, despite being only a temporary refuge, cause them enough relief for a few moments to want to try them again and again. Before…
Read MoreDo You Need a Lawyer if You're Opting for Divorce Mediation?
Divorce mediation is touted widely as the way to go for spouses seeking a more pro-active role in deciding the outcome of their divorce settlement. With a host of divorce mediation specialist with a range of areas of expertise from psychology and counseling to just plain mediation, there may still be good reason to involve…
Read MoreSeeking Temporary Restraining Orders During Divorce
Not all divorces are an amicable parting of ways. In fact, in cases where domestic abuse either physical or emotional is involved, things can be far from pretty. Sometimes, if one spouse – usually the woman – feels that her life is endangered by continuing to live in the same home as her estranged spouse…
Read MoreDivorce Mediation vs. Collaborative Divorce: What's the Difference?
Divorce mediation and a collaborative divorce may sound similar but the mechanics of these two approaches can be quite different. If you are unsure on which one is better suited to your situation, here is a look at how they work and what to expect. Alternative to court trial While there are some ways in…
Read MoreIssues To Resolve During A Divorce Involving Children with Special Needs
Having a child who has special needs can take its toll on a marriage. If you find yourself facing divorce and have a child or children who have special needs, there are some areas you will need to focus on working out during the divorce, besides the standard divisions of assets. Articulating what you both…
Read MoreWhy Do Some Divorces Become So Expensive?
Divorce should be a fairly straightforward process if both spouses have mutually agreed to part ways. Yet, even in the most amicable of splits, the divorce itself can sometimes run into the thousands. So what is it that’s costing couples so much? And is there some way to cut back on your expenses at this…
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