During a divorce, you will face many decisions that may affect your financial security. During the process, it’s easy to get distracted by emotions of a major life transition and pay less attention to your finances. This can lead to unnecessary hardships in the future. One of the first steps to help you make…
by Debra Schoenberg If you are beginning the process of getting a divorce, it’s important to review and revise your estate plan to make sure it is updated before the process is complete. Many people think of an estate plan as a will or something that you will only need when you pass away,…
By Debra Schoenberg Parents engaged in a high-conflict divorce and custody dispute likely have concerns about the psychological well-being of their children during this emotionally difficult time. According to advocates for child welfare, about one in two marriages in the U.S end in divorce, affecting more than a million children per year. About 10%…
Managing your finances after a divorce can sometimes feel like a herculean task, especially if only one spouse provided the financial support of the family. Even worse, if the divorce was not amicable, disputes over alimony, child support payments, and property division may arise. Recent studies suggest that divorced women struggle to manage their finances…
Relationships are under tremendous pressure during these stressful and uncertain times. According to a recent Ipsos poll, nearly one in 10 married or partnered people in America say they are likely to separate from their partner or spouse due to problems that have developed during the pandemic. Therapists are seeing an uptick in couples…
The dissolution of a marriage is an emotionally and financially draining process. Professional legal fees and expenses can become one of your biggest concerns. When searching for a divorce lawyer, you may feel tempted to save money upfront by finding the cheapest option but there’s a high cost of hiring the wrong attorney. Like…
Divorcing parents should understand that while the role of being a spouse ends after the divorce, the role of being a parent continues and any parenting decisions that are made between you and your ex regarding the kids can affect them for years after the divorce. According to the American Academy of Child &…
Once you have decided that divorce is the right path, your first step is finding the right lawyer for your needs. For some, it can seem like a time-consuming and intimidating process, and opt to represent themselves in their case. Perhaps this is not your first divorce, or you and your spouse have agreed…
By Debra Schoenberg Divorce is one of life’s most difficult and stressful events that require steady guidance and support. You’ll likely encounter no shortage of unsolicited advice from friends, family, and even well-intentioned strangers who more often than not, offer inaccurate information. As our lives are increasingly lived online, you may also find a…
Paternity is a major subsection of family law in California. Every day, people file cases with the family courts in California seeking to establish parental rights, challenge paternity, contest a child’s adoption or modify a child support order. Cases involving paternity disputes can be difficult to handle alone. Luckily, you have the right to…
