Family Law

As divorcing parents of minor children, custody will dominate your thoughts. It’s one of the most challenging areas to find a satisfactory solution to. One thing to remember is that not every part of the year is equal. The routine that works for most of the year when...

Children tend to think of their families as their whole world, at least until roughly middle-school age. The family home is usually their safe space, where they can express themselves without fear of judgment and receive the support they need to thrive. All of that...

Suppose you are concerned about your child’s safety around your co-parent due to violent behavior. In that case, you may wonder if you can pursue sole custody. As a parent, the safety and well-being of the child should be of the utmost importance. Therefore, you...

Processing the trauma of divorce is an important step towards healing and moving forward. Beginning to process this trauma sooner rather than later can also potentially help you to achieve your goals for the divorce process itself.  Although the concept of “processing...

Any assets or debt acquired by a couple during the marriage, regardless of whose name is on the title, is subject to division when the marriage ends. Usually, state laws will determine how the division will proceed unless there is a legally binding agreement like a...

People sometimes have the idea that courts prefer sole custody. If your spouse filed for divorce, they might tell you that they’re never going to let you see the children again. Both of you then settle in, thinking that you will have a custody fight to debate who...

The divorce conversation may have been the last thing on your mind when you were getting married. Unfortunately, if you and your spouse are facing irreconcilable issues and have decided you want a divorce, it may be time to have this conversation.  However, you should...

When marital differences culminate in a divorce, emotions can run high and affect the physical and mental well-being of everyone involved, and especially the children. Out of desperation, you might consider moving out of the marital home before the divorce is...

There are many different things that can impact the odds that someone will get divorced. Looking at the divorce rate overall doesn’t tell you how these unique factors impact individuals. Everyone is not facing the same general risk of their marriage ending in divorce,...

With the exception of custody matters for couples with children, property division issues are often the most emotional part of divorce. After years of building a life together, you have to dismantle your household and share it with one another. It can be very...

Have you ever heard the saying, “More money, more problems?” Well, if you’re a woman, that might prove true in unexpected ways. As it turns out, the more highly paid a woman is, the harder it may be for her to avoid divorce. We live in an era when gender roles are no...

Divorce isn’t by any means easy. There’s a lot to consider, such as asset distribution, alimony and child custody. All of these require delicate maneuvering, which can be difficult when communication between you and your ex-spouse has fallen to the wayside. However,...

You and your spouse forged a strong relationship in the beginning. Recently, it’s starting to feel like this strength is wavering. Of course, all couples have their ups and downs but the important thing is that troubles are overcome together.  Some issues are just...

You're not against drinking alcohol, and both you and your spouse have done it for your entire marriage. However, you believe that your spouse's situation has taken a bit of a turn toward addiction. You think that they may be suffering from alcoholism, and it's...

Your relationship came to an end some time ago and you’re looking to get on with the divorce. Ideally, you want this to be as quick and painless as possible. Despite your good intentions, it doesn’t look like your spouse has the same feeling on the matter, and it...