Most divorced co-parents understand that their differences rarely end with a signed agreement. Although parents may agree on the terms of their parenting plan, no legal agreement can ensure that two adults get along, especially when one of those people is a...
When ex-spouses fail to pay child support
Many parents rely on child support payments to help take care of their children. When ex-spouses stop paying child support, the custodial parent may suffer a lapse in income necessary to put food on the table and pay expenses. A single parent in this situation may...
3 key things to know about divorcing a narcissist
If you’re married to a narcissist, you’ve probably already been through the ringer. From circular arguments that never seem to end, to walking on eggshells and finding it impossible to accommodate them, you may be aware that narcissism is as much a personality...
Three ways you can use social media safely during divorce
Now, more than ever, we live in a fishbowl. Social media has allowed for almost anyone to get a glimpse into our everyday lives. In some cases, this is beneficial as it can provide a support network and a way to stay connected to family, friends and loved ones. In...
Divorcing an alcoholic: what to know about child custody
If you’re going through a divorce with someone who abuses alcohol, you’re likely familiar with the whirlwind of pain and difficulties the process can bring. Divorce is already painful enough; having to put forward the energy to reason with an alcoholic ex-partner can...
Don’t let social media influence your divorce outcome
Most people live at least part of their lives in the virtual world. Social media helps your connect with friends and family, but it can also leave trails of your most private and vulnerable thoughts and experiences, some of which can impact life in the real world if...
3 common questions about divorcing a business partner
Joint business ownership can be a thrilling way to make a living with a spouse, but it can become a major burden if your marriage ends. For divorcing spouses who co-own a business, the path forward isn’t always clear. Whether it’s a small business or shares in a...
Social media, negative comments and divorce: Is it legal?
Social media plays a very visible role in our daily lives. We use it to keep in touch with family, friends, loved ones, business associates and even our religious communities. When going through a divorce, one party may use this platform to attempt to destroy the...
Should you mediate or litigate your divorce?
Divorce today is much different than it was for previous generations. In addition to the reduced social stigma, those who are going through a divorce now have choices. In the past, litigation was pretty much it. Now, alternate dispute resolution options like mediation...
Deciding if mediation is right for you
It’s no secret that divorce trials can be messy. From drawn-out showdowns in Hollywood divorces to seething, bitter suburban battles over custody, property divisions, and even who keeps the dog, contentions and emotions can run high when a couple takes action to end...
