What’s your divorce story? You know – the story in your head about what happened in your divorce. Yes, I know. None of us think we have “stories” about ourselves. We have “facts,” and “the truth.” But calling what you tell yourself a “story” doesn’t mean that it is made up, or that it is a … Read more about 6 Tips for Rewriting Your Divorce Story
Karen’s Divorce Blog: Practical Information to Get You Through Your Divorce
Getting Back Together With Your Ex: Does Reconciling Ever Work?
The split was hard. More than hard. It was brutal. You cried more tears than you thought you had. You went through the searing pain of moving out and (supposedly) moving on. Your divorce is in process. But when you exchanged the kids the other day, you thought you saw something in your spouse’s … Read more about Getting Back Together With Your Ex: Does Reconciling Ever Work?
Divorce Facts: What Do Divorce Statistics Say About You?
Divorce statistics are fascinating. You can find data that will supposedly tell you how likely you are to get divorced based on where you live, what you do, and what kind of wedding you had. You can also find data that will allegedly predict what will happen to your health, wealth and relationships … Read more about Divorce Facts: What Do Divorce Statistics Say About You?
Alimony, Infidelity and Divorce: What’s the Price of Adultery Today?
Everything has a price – especially in affairs of the heart. Sometimes you pay in dollars. Sometimes you pay in emotional turmoil. Often you pay in both. For better or for worse, alimony, infidelity and divorce are often hopelessly intertwined. When they happen to be wrapped around your life, you … Read more about Alimony, Infidelity and Divorce: What’s the Price of Adultery Today?
Dressing for Success: What to Wear to Court
Going to court is stressful. You want to make a good impression. You want the judge to listen to you. (Okay, let’s be honest. You want to win.) Knowing what to wear to court, and dressing appropriately, is an important first step both in getting your voice heard, and persuading the judge to rule in … Read more about Dressing for Success: What to Wear to Court
Answers to Your Biggest Questions About Collaborative Law and Divorce
If you want to divorce your spouse without ending up as mortal enemies, what do you do? Having an amicable divorce sounds appealing. But you’re not exactly sure you and your spouse can pull that off without help. You’ve heard that Collaborative Law might be a good option. But you don’t have the … Read more about Answers to Your Biggest Questions About Collaborative Law and Divorce
Preparing for Mediation in 5 Simple Steps: Your Keys to Mediation Success
Preparing for mediation is like preparing for trial. You either know what you’re doing and you do it right, or you risk losing everything. Of course, going through mediation is not nearly as dramatic as going to trial. In mediation you don’t have pin-stripe suited lawyers making impassioned … Read more about Preparing for Mediation in 5 Simple Steps: Your Keys to Mediation Success
Why Getting Divorced Does Not Mean You Are a Failure
No one says it – at least not to your face. But you feel it. You see the judgment in people’s eyes when you tell them you are getting a divorce. You hear the criticism in their voice when they ask whether you are sure that you are doing the right thing. No one has to say anything. You know what they … Read more about Why Getting Divorced Does Not Mean You Are a Failure
How Do You Heal a Broken Heart and Let Go?
Few things in life are more painful than dealing with the loss of a love. Whether that loss came through death, divorce, or “just” a breakup, the searing pain of a broken heart can take down even the strongest person. Heartbreak is the ultimate equalizer. When you’re the one who’s crumpled on … Read more about How Do You Heal a Broken Heart and Let Go?
Everything You Need to Know To Choose the Right Divorce Process For You
Ask anyone how the divorce process works, and the answer you’ll get is not likely to be positive. Our divorce system is expensive, outdated, and seriously overburdened. Even still, it happens to be the only system we have. So, whether you’re okay with our current divorce system or think we … Read more about Everything You Need to Know To Choose the Right Divorce Process For You
Child Support Modification: Your Questions Answered
Life changes. Sometimes it changes a lot. If your life has changed since you got divorced, you may be wondering whether you can change your child support order to keep up with the times. While getting a child support modification isn’t necessarily difficult, it isn’t necessarily easy either. It also … Read more about Child Support Modification: Your Questions Answered
My Ex Is Not Making Child Support Payments Now I’m Running Short!
When your ex stops making child support payments your initial reaction is to want to take him/her to court. You’re stung by how horribly unfair it is that your ex is “getting away with” not doing what s/he is supposed to do. You’re also furious that now YOU have to struggle to make ends meet because … Read more about My Ex Is Not Making Child Support Payments Now I’m Running Short!
The Real Truth About How Divorce Works: 10 Rules You May Not Know
Have you ever tried to play a game without understanding the rules? If you have, chances are, the game did not go well for you. You probably lost big time. Going through a divorce is similar. If you want to have any chance of getting through it well, you have to understand how divorce … Read more about The Real Truth About How Divorce Works: 10 Rules You May Not Know
Shared Parenting v. Equal Parenting: 5 Ways the New Laws Will Hurt Kids
The story is all too familiar. The kids stand on the front steps, consumed by sadness. They watch their father walk toward the car. Silent tears roll down their cheeks while their dad gets in the car and drives away. As soon as he’s out of view, he chokes up and pulls over. He doesn’t want to lose … Read more about Shared Parenting v. Equal Parenting: 5 Ways the New Laws Will Hurt Kids
10 Financial Mistakes in Divorce You Don’t Want to Make
The two things that people worry about most in divorce are their money and their kids. Unfortunately, worrying about money doesn’t prevent those same people from making enormous financial mistakes in divorce. Here are a list of the top financial mistakes people make in divorce. Once you know … Read more about 10 Financial Mistakes in Divorce You Don’t Want to Make
43 Most Inspiring and Motivational Divorce Quotes
When you’re going through a challenging time in life, sharing a quote can be surprisingly comforting. They can make you laugh, or make you cry. They can inspire you and motivate you. Most of all, they make you feel like you’re not alone. Maybe that’s why divorce quotes are so popular. The Power of … Read more about 43 Most Inspiring and Motivational Divorce Quotes
Divorce and Taxes: Will the New Tax Law Changes Cost You More?
Two things most sane people seek to avoid are divorce and taxes. Unfortunately, when you’re going through a divorce, not paying attention to taxes can cost you thousands. That's especially true with the new tax law changes going into effect this year and next. Now more than ever, not understanding … Read more about Divorce and Taxes: Will the New Tax Law Changes Cost You More?
The Alimony Tax Deduction: Will 2018 Be the Best Year to Divorce?
If you’re going to get divorced, it usually doesn’t matter too much when you do it. Unless your business is on the verge of going public, or you’re about to inherit a million dollars, the timing of your divorce is generally not a big deal. But now that Congress has changed the alimony tax deduction, … Read more about The Alimony Tax Deduction: Will 2018 Be the Best Year to Divorce?
Can a Divorce Checklist Help You Avoid These 10 Common Divorce Mistakes?
Pilots use them. Surgeons use them. Lawyers use them. Professionals all around the world use checklists to make sure that complex tasks get completed properly and that nothing gets missed. Of all the tools you use in your divorce, a divorce checklist can be the one that makes the biggest … Read more about Can a Divorce Checklist Help You Avoid These 10 Common Divorce Mistakes?
I Want a Divorce! … Now What? (7 First Steps When You’re Facing Divorce)
You’ve been wrestling with the idea of getting a divorce for months – maybe years. You’ve finally decided that you’re ready. (Or you’ve realized that, ready or not, you just can’t take it anymore!) You know you want a divorce. The biggest question you have now is: Now what? The Biggest Challenge … Read more about I Want a Divorce! … Now What? (7 First Steps When You’re Facing Divorce)
Pet Custody: Who Gets the Dog in Divorce?
Your marriage is over. You know it. You’re dealing with it. But the thought of losing your dog or cat along with your spouse is tearing your heart out. You’re willing to fight for your furry friend. The problem is: so is your spouse! You’ll share if you have to. But, is pet custody even a … Read more about Pet Custody: Who Gets the Dog in Divorce?
How to Set A Divorce Timeline (That Works!)
Everything happens in its own time. But, when it comes to divorce, it seems like nothing happens on time or in time! It’s bad enough that getting a divorce is like having an ice-pick driven through your heart. But the way that divorces drag on and on makes the pain so much worse. You wish you could … Read more about How to Set A Divorce Timeline (That Works!)
3 Things You MUST Agree On For A Trial Separation to Work
Your marriage isn’t going well. Okay, your marriage pretty much sucks. But the thought of getting a divorce is terrifying! You’re not even sure you want a divorce. You just want your marriage to change. You want your life to change. Maybe a trial separation will help. The problem is, everything … Read more about 3 Things You MUST Agree On For A Trial Separation to Work
Top 10 Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2017
Maybe you’re just starting to think about divorce. Or, maybe you’re in the middle of your divorce, but you’ve been so busy that you missed some blog posts that could help you a ton! Or maybe you’re a divorce professional just scoping for good stuff. No matter who you are, if you’re looking for my … Read more about Top 10 Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2017