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There is an inherent irony in the public perception of child support. On the one hand, payors (those who have to pay child support to the other parent) sometimes loathe paying child support. Many may see it as a sort of tax, or as “hidden alimony,” or even worse, a...

Have you ever gone through an experience in life, and thought back and wished that you had known things or had more information from the start? We have all had that thought of “if I knew then what I knew now…” Well, divorce is no different, and there are some...

Not all divorce lawyers are the same, the best kind of divorce lawyer is one that prioritizes your long-term well-being. They educate you on all available options, including out-of-court paths like Mediation and Collaborative Divorce. A truly supportive lawyer empowers you to make informed decisions and guides you toward peaceful...

If you have any kind of family law case, whether a divorce or a modification of a previously entered divorce, at some point, your attorney may suggest attending mediation. Mediation has a number of advantages, and can help you end your divorce case your way, on your terms. But what...

You may have heard about people in lawsuits “going to mediation,” or perhaps having settled the case in mediation. But what is mediation, and how and why does it play such a large and important role in divorce and family law cases? What is Mediation?  Mediation is a method for...

Divorce, we think, is always about fighting. Whether because of what friends have told us, or because of what we see on the news or the media, nobody can quite believe that there are some divorces that do not involve a lot of fighting—these are what we call uncontested divorces....

Divorce is often a painful, bitter process, and for good reason. It involves immense emotional turmoil, significant life changes, and, at times, contentious disagreements. However, your divorce does not have to be a battle filled with hostility and resentment. Instead, it can be approached with dignity and respect, transforming a...

When we think of divorce cases, we tend to see them as black and white. On the one hand, you can go to court, litigate, and engage in a long, bitter divorce fight. On the other hand, you can just agree on everything and have a simple, uncontested divorce. What...

When people think of divorce, it often conjures images of high conflict, emotional battles, and contentious court proceedings. However, there are options that can reduce the conflict and that allows for mutual respect thus making the divorce far more “civil”. What is a “Civil Divorce”? A civil divorce is characterized...

Divorce is clearly life-altering, not just for you and your soon to be ex but for the entire family—including adult children. While they may not experience the same immediate upheaval as younger children, the emotional toll on adult children is still profound. For many couples, the Collaborative Divorce process offers...