Custody battles are the worst. When my ex-husband and I separated in January 2014, the divorce wasn’t final until January 2015. That meant an entire year of accusations, fear, anxiety, you get the picture. During that year, we had agreed to 50/50 legal and physical custody (every other week). At the final divorce hearing, we…
Your divorce settlement agreement should include your co-parenting plan, division of assets, your house (if you can afford it), and other key considerations.
Negotiating custody doesn't have to be painful, as long as you act respectfully, appropriately discuss issues, and respond properly. Here's how...
Custody battles are never easy. Here, dads who’ve gone through the ordeal themselves share some advice they learned along the way.
Keeping a log of the things that happen post-separation is really important. Here’s the what, the how, and the why to write things down.
I decided to put together a list of what every mom should ask for in a divorce.
Divorce mediation is stressful. These do's and don'ts of divorce mediation will make it much more likely that you will get what you want from the divorce mediation process. I've talked with many parents going through the divorce process. Usually, divorce mediation is recommended as a way to come to an agreement about child custody
If you're going up against the narcissist in court, you need to prepare yourself. Know what matters, what doesn't, and what the Judges want to hear. In this podcast, learn how to prepare for court against the narcissist.
Filing for divorce often brings with it a tsunami of paperwork, including required court forms, paperwork requested from your attorneys, financial records, and change of address paperwork for your child’s school. Getting a divorce may also mean suddenly having a new daily schedule or finding your days filled with appointments, from attorney visits to appointments […]
Custody battles are the worst. When my ex-husband and I separated in January 2014, the divorce wasn’t final until January 2015. That meant an entire year of accusations, fear, anxiety, you get the picture. During that year, we had agreed to 50/50 legal and physical custody (every other week). At the final divorce hearing, we…
Divorce mediation is stressful. These do's and don'ts of divorce mediation will make it much more likely that you will get what you want from the divorce mediation process. I've talked with many parents going through the divorce process. Usually, divorce mediation is recommended as a way to come to an agreement about child custody
Setting up a divorce and custody binder after my divorce helped me to attend that court hearing with confidence, knowing I had all the evidence needed to prove my case. Here's what I include in my binder!
Starting over financially after a divorce can be difficult when you are still grieving the changes in your life. Here are some simple financial tips to get you started.
While you’re no longer a married man, you’re still obligated to plan for the future. Now, your priorities include alimony, debt, and other obligations.
Among other important areas of divorce, proper organization will allow you to have fewer issues during a divorce and may actually make the process easier. Use these organization tactics for the divorce process.
Finding the best co-parenting app for your family can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be! Check out this comparison of the major co-parenting apps.
If you feel you will struggle with co-parenting and communication in a high-conflict divorce, these are some items I put in my child custody agreement. I
Among other important areas of divorce, proper organization will allow you to have fewer issues during a divorce and may actually make the process easier. Use these organization tactics for the divorce process.
[I]t doesn’t matter how much research or homework you do before you enter that courtroom as a defendant or plaintiff, it’s intimidating. Even if you have done everything right, or “by the book” in these circumstances, it’s still overwhelming. The whole atmosphere, from the almost staid surroundings to the uncomfortable quiet, it’s not a welcoming
Facing divorce? Learn 50 actionable tips to help you prepare. Close joint accounts, pull your credit report, find an attorney, stay off social media and more.
Divorce is a level of hell that I wouldn’t wish on anybody. The holiday custody can be brutal, especially if you don’t have an amicable situation.
Getting divorced can be confusing, scary and you may have a lot of questions about what is going to happen. Not sure what to ask your attorney first? Get the 7 questions that I think every client should ask their divorce attorney at the beginning of their divorce case.
Mothers aren't always just winning child custody cases anymore. Abusive men are winning at the expense of the child. But here are tips for women, who are facing this battle.
A friend called me crying. She could barely speak. "My husband wants a divorce and I still love him." Her life had become a nightmare and she needed to know how to survive the pain. She knew he had been a little distant, but she thought he was just having a rough time at work.
One of our favorite topics at DGC is giving Dads tips on how you can gain child custody of your children, either jointly, or (our preference in most cases) sole custody. Following them will not only give you an advantage in court, but provide you a confidence, insight, and maturity in dealing with your children. We understand you can’t incorporate all these recommendations, and maybe you shouldn’t but following even a few of them will reap you big benefits.
Considering getting divorced? Want to know how to protect yourself? Here's the best divorce advice for women, from a divorce attorney.
When you are in a blended family and sharing custody, don't think of it as being forced to have less time. Choose to see it this way instead...
Last week Dr. Liane Leedom wrote about the tragic case Dr. Amy Castillo, whose children were murdered by their psychopathic father after several judges issued rulings that failed to protect them. I hope this terrible and extreme case will be a wake-up call for family courts. Lovefraud frequently receives e-mail from men and women involved …
Divorce is terrible. No matter how many jokes you hear about it, or how many people celebrate once it’s final, it’s a big deal for most of us. First, the necessary disclaimer: I’m not an attorney, a therapist, or any other kind of professional. Take what applies (if any), leave the rest. I’m simply a screw-up…
This guide on custody battles for mothers provides you with over 50 incredible tips. If there is a better one on the internet, we have not seen it. Prepare to be amazed.
The Separation Preparation Program™️ equips you to navigate your divorce with clarity, dignity, and integrity.
Learn everything you need to know about the different types of child custody and which custody agreement will work best for your family.
How to divide assets in a divorce is one of the key things I help with as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). Read our guide to learn more.
If you are locked in a child custody battle with a narcissist, you need to know which strategies to use to win. There is no room for error!
Co-parenting after a divorce is not easy. Here are six co-parenting rules to help you successfully parent with your ex.
