Many divorced parents, especially those with only one claimable child, often alternate which parent is entitled to claim them dependent on their taxes. This, however, can cause issues with the IRS, and there are some essential things to know before … Read More
Amanda Singer (attorney and professional mediator with West Coast Family Mediation Center) and Family Law Attorney Nicole Boros talk about prenuptial agreements and why they are a good idea, especially for those in California! To get in touch with Nicole … Read More
More and more, I hear of couples who are choosing to live together and even have children together without ever getting married. The increase in the number of people choosing to do this is probably for many reasons, although often … Read More
If you are a planner, you may be wondering what the absolute ideal time of year is to get divorced. The answer, like any legal question, is, “it depends!” But there is a better time than others, especially if you … Read More
When you’re going through a divorce in San Diego California, it can be challenging to figure out where to start and often even more difficult to figure out what professionals to use and what process to go through. There are … Read More
One of the most common questions I hear people asking surrounding divorce is, “Do I need to hire a lawyer to get divorced?” Now the answer to this question might differ depending on who you ask (like if you asked … Read More
If you have done a bit of research into getting divorced in California, you may have heard about the 6-month cooling-off period. It can be a bit confusing to understand because it doesn’t mean that you can’t start the divorce … Read More
Are you making the right financial decisions during your divorce? Working with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (R) is the best way to ensure you are splitting your finances in the best way possible. John Duffy speaks with Amanda Singer … Read More
Ahh, December. Some may call it the most wonderful time of the year, while others may be the most stressful time. This can be especially true if you’re dealing with a difference of opinion on what to do for the … Read More
One of the hardest things to practice in life, whether it is during a family mediation or not, is forgiveness. As we enter into the holiday season and the end of another year, it can leave us better prepared for … Read More