Although a custody battle can be one of the most complicated, hotly contested, and emotional aspects of a divorce, in the end, even in high-conflict situations, most custody agreements proceed without incident. But there are times when the nightmare scenario occurs- an angry, disgruntled, or unstable parent runs away with the child or hides…
Hundreds of thousands of divorces happen in the U.S. annually, but no two are exactly alike. They’re as unique as each marriage and each couple—and so are the details behind the split. Still, in a lonely, painful, uncertain time, it can help to know that others have been where you are; that there are…
Matters of faith—a family’s religious beliefs, practices, and community (or lack thereof)—are among the most personal and influential aspects of a child’s upbringing. Religion is often deeply tied to identity, heritage, family life, education, and values. According to The Pew Research Center Religious Landscape Study, almost 70% of married Americans say their spouse shares…
Why would an attorney refer someone to a divorce attorney? Some cases may require expertise in a specific aspect of family law, and an attorney who doesn’t specialize in this area may be unable to deliver quality legal representation. Divorce cases can be very complex and challenging to handle. Cases involving child custody and…
No divorce is entirely benign. There’s pain, heartache, anger, fierce disagreement, and intense stress. The end of a marriage brings out the worst in good people, and everyone has moments when they’re not at their best. But sometimes, the frustration, negativity, and squabbling go well beyond the range of an average divorce—or even a…
If you’re newly divorced or going through a painful separation, you may find yourself dreading the holidays. The season can be overwhelming and full of emotional landmines. But you can get through it with a mindful approach, taking care of body and soul. Here are 15 tips for surviving the holidays post-divorce from the…
The range of emotions you can experience during a divorce is practically unlimited. In addition to sadness, loss, and anger, you may feel frustration, confusion, anxiety, disbelief, guilt, or grief; you may feel lost. Healthy people can find themselves in full-on fight-or-flight mode—feeling under pressure, threatened, or attacked—with an urge to lash out. Though…
Whether you can reach a marital settlement agreement or your case goes to litigation, property division can be one of the most significant, thorniest parts of your divorce process—and very emotionally taxing. California is a community property state, which means that in a straightforward divorce, all assets acquired during the marriage are considered shared…
“Polyamorous marriage is having a moment,” reported Brides Magazine in 2021. Aside from how you may feel about the concept or its impact on a marriage, many people aren’t even sure what polyamory means. If you look around the Internet, you’ll find many shades of meaning and nuances of the lifestyle, as well as…
Even for those parting on amicable terms, divorce can be a complex and emotional process. One of the most significant decisions you will face is figuring out what will happen with the marital home. Perhaps you and your spouse have lived in your family home for many years, but your post-separation finances make it…
