Understanding the Difference between contested and uncontested divorce Contested and uncontested describes the level of disagreement that occurs when individuals are contemplating divorce. Those individuals who are in agreement in all aspects of the divorce will usually file what is called an uncontested divorce where they have agreements on division of assets, debts, custody/time-sharing, and […]
Navigating the Holidays During and After Divorce:How to Remain Thankful this Season Co-parenting during the holidays can be challenging and stressful, but with thoughtful planning, communication, and a focus on your children’s needs, it can also be a joyful time for everyone involved. Here are some tips: Plan Ahead: Make a Plan: If you don’t […]
HALLOWEEN Co-Parenting Do’s and Don’ts: Tricks for Treats and How to Avoid the Ghooooosts of Baaaaad Decisiooons. As an attorney practicing family law whose resting jerk face could rival THE MONSTER IN Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, I have seen more than my share of torches blazing their way up the windy path to the courthouse. Over the […]
Planning for Fall Break:How to Balance Parenting Time and Special Activities School breaks can be a disruption to the regular parenting time schedule you have become accustomed to since the start of the school year. In preparing yourself and your children for a smooth transition into an unusual schedule, it is important to consider the […]
Divorce is one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a family can face. For adults, understanding the reasons behind the separation may be clear, but for your children, it often feels like their world is falling apart. The impact of divorce on your children’s mental health can be significant, leading to various emotional and behavioral challenges.
As I see school supplies invading the aisles of stores, fall clothing being hung on clothing racks, and Halloween candy already beginning to tempt me at the grocery store, I felt appropriate to remind parents—before it is too late—of the ten things they should keep in mind as schools start up again.