From the wicked stepmother and cruel stepsisters in Cinderella to the Pollyanna portrayal of The Brady Bunch, to images we see on social media of exes who appear to be BFFs with each other’s new spouses (i.e., Katy Perry and Miranda Kerr)—cultural lore surrounds blended families. Some of it may be unhelpful or even downright…
The course of true love never did run smooth, as Shakespeare said. No relationship is perfect. Every marriage has ups and downs, bumps in the road, sticky points, issues, and conflicts that rear their ugly heads from time to time. No matter how much you love and enjoy each other, there are built-in challenges…
It’s college application season, and many parents of high schoolers are having a lot of feelings right now—mixed feelings: There’s immense pride in their almost-grown children—everything they’ve accomplished in school, sports, arts, and other activities; landing that first job; the deep friendships they’ve formed, the fine young adults their kids are growing into. There’s…
You’re a newly divorced parent. Maybe you had a relatively amicable divorce—you and your ex were able to collaborate and build a solid parenting agreement. Or maybe your split was full of conflict, friction, and bitterness — custody issues were battled out, long and hard, in court. In any case, once the judge has…
The holiday season can bring both joy and stress, especially when you’re navigating a divorce. Vacations, which may offer much-needed relief during this challenging time, require careful planning and communication to avoid legal and emotional complications. Whether you’re considering a local getaway or international travel, it’s important to understand how vacations with children during…
When your marriage falls apart and the life you’ve built together comes crashing down, the sense of loss can be overwhelming. You’ve lost a partner, lover, friend, and teammate; your home, daily routine, intact family unit, and vision for the future are upended; your sense of security evaporates, even your sense of self as…
Schoenberg Family Law Group, P.C., recognizes that family law matters involve complex, sensitive issues that can have a lasting impact on you, your family, your finances and your future.