Collaboration Is A Better Way.
Filing for divorce is an emotional time for the parties involved and can lead to decisions based more on feeling than fact. For example, the decision on who files for divorce first can be a difficult one, even if there is no legal advantage to doing so. In California,...
Divorce is never an easy decision and the process of getting a divorce can be complicated, depending on your particular circumstances and several other factors. First, you will need to figure out what divorce process to use. You may want to mediate your case, you may...
This question is frequently asked by those going through divorce, and the short answer is that there is no prohibitions on dating while waiting for the divorce to be finalized. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind. Manage Emotions Carefully Emotions during...
Divorce can take people through a roller coaster of emotions. If you’re going through a divorce, you may feel a sense of relief and happiness at some points, while being fearful and anxious at other points. This is natural because your life is going to change....
When parents get a divorce, they will still be connected through their children. California law requires that, with few exceptions, children have a relationship with both parents. It is expected that environment established by both parents and the relationship with...
One question clients will often ask is, “Can I speed up my divorce?” The answer to that question is a cautious yes. If you are prepared emotionally and with the documentation you need and can quickly agree with your spouse on the resolution of important issues, the...
Getting divorced is stressful, even if you have accepted the reality that your marriage is ending. A long, drawn-out divorce is expensive and time-consuming. It can keep you from moving on with your life as you try to close that chapter. On the other hand, you should...
One of the first things that couples considering divorce want to know is how much the process will cost. The answer depends on your level of conflict and the type of divorce process used. Choosing mediation or collaborative divorce can help to reduce conflict while...
Do I have to go to court? In my 30 years of being a divorce lawyer, no one has ever come to my office for a consultation and asked: "When can I go to court?" In fact, usually, clients ask "Do I have to go to court?" The answer to that question is...