New Jersey Divorce
Can We Use Mediation If We Don’t Get Along Well?
Most of the time a primary reason that a couple is headed for divorce is because there’s been a break down in communication. While it is always a pleasure to work with a couple who is concerned about the well-being of their spouse, it is not a requirement. It is the job of your mediator…
Read MoreSurviving Divorce Transitions from Initial Loneliness to New Friendships
There are many transitions one goes through when divorcing. There is the obvious change in marital status, but the are many ancillary losses and rebirths that follow. One of the first experiences that may strike you is that first weekend you spend alone when your children are with the alternate parent. You need to be…
Read MoreMore Tips for Divorced Parents to Prepare for the School Year
Several weeks ago as school approached I blogged on divorced couples co-parenting tips for the new school year. This is such an important topic that when I saw the recent Huffington Post article that suggested some additional co-parenting tips and support, I thought it was important to dedicate another blog to the topic in order…
Read MoreAlimony and Fault
It is a familiar lament…my spouse cheated on me so it’s not fair for me to have to pay alimony. The hurt spouse’s point is well taken. The law, however, views fault as merely a factor among many others that may in rare, egregious cases be taken into account. Fault is considered in very, very…
Read More10 Divorce Email & Texting Tips
There are both positive and negative side effects to modern day modes of communication through electronic means. I will sometimes advise clients to keep each other in the loop through email so there is a record of the communication thread which can be retrieved if necessary. On the other hand, since personal inflection and intention…
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