Is Mediation An Option In My Divorce?
Do you hate your ex? Does the thought of your spouse make your blood boil? Do you feel like breaking anything in sight at the mere mention of his or her name? These are not unusual feelings to experience during divorce. Spouses often experience feelings of anger and hostility toward an ex-partner. These feelings can […]
Does Your Spouse Lie To Your Children?
Are you dealing with a spouse who is telling lies to your children? If you are, you are not alone. Unfortunately, some divorcing spouses engage in dirty, underhanded tactics. A husband, for example, may lie in court, claiming that his wife is a drug addict and incapable of looking after their children. A wife, in […]
When Will This Divorce Be Over?
Will this divorce ever end? This is a common question that is not only a request for information but very often an expression of frustration as well. An agreement reached in a divorce case should be seen as a cause for celebration. It is the light at the end of the divorce tunnel, so to […]
Is Abuse Only Physical?
Are you a victim of domestic violence and abuse? Violence against a spouse or partner is never acceptable. Hit, kick, shove, or spit on your partner and the judge will rightfully punish you. For example, the judge may issue a restraining order that prevents you from contacting or coming within a certain distance of your […]
How Does Divorce Mediation Work?
Will divorce mediation work for me? Mediation can be beneficial in many divorce cases, including those involving complex issues, because it is a way to avoid the headaches and high cost, financially and emotionally, of fighting in court. Many mediators are fully capable of handling complex cases involving numerous property issues. Also, a mediator may […]
How Can I Stop The Fighting In A Divorce?
Divorce is not a game of chess. The property, stock accounts, and other possessions are not pieces that can be moved around the board to strategically pressure one side into following the wishes of the other. Yet many spouses fail to understand this. In the eyes of some ex-husbands and ex-wives, the fire of divorce […]
Does Support Stop When The Paying Person Dies?
If your ex has recently passed away, do not panic. The spousal support and child support arrangements that were in place can still continue. These payments do not have to end with the end of your ex’s physical life. Spousal support is designed to continue for as long as it takes a divorced spouse to […]
Custody: Stay together for the Children?
When dealing with issues of child custody, a question that arises with some frequency is: “Should we stay together for the children?” This is a question that has undoubtedly been asked over countless years by parents struggling with a desire to achieve personal fulfillment in the context of trying to balance that with the desire […]
Who Pays for College Tuition in a Divorce?
In recent decades, many Americans have dramatically changed their views about college. College is no longer seen as an educational experience exclusively for the privileged. Instead, many Americans now believe that higher education is a fundamental right for everyone, regardless of socio-economic background. It has been reported that over 80% of high school graduates in […]
When Does Child Support End in CA?
Most parents genuinely love their children. They take pride in their children’s accomplishments and want them to have every opportunity possible for advancement. As children grow older, parents remain supportive and help them to become healthy, happy adults. Most parents would never dream of hurting their children or purposely withholding support. Yet in cases of […]