“Marriage is hard. It takes work.” You hear this over and over to the point that the statement sounds quite cliché. But the sentiment is so true. It takes a lot of effort to have a happy and healthy marriage. … Read More
When you are in a rough patch in your marriage, of course, there are big fights, a lack of intimacy, or angry words thrown at each other. However, some things are doing more damage to your marriage than you think—the … Read More
If you and your spouse have decided to move forward with the divorce together, or if you have made that choice on your own, the next step is to file a divorce petition. If you have lived in California for … Read More
Entering into any divorce typically puts couples in a defensive state of mind. Understandable since our society has depicted divorce as an adversarial process. However, divorce can be a collaborative event in which each party contributes their feelings, thoughts, and … Read More
Parenting teenagers is a different ball game. You may feel as though you are talking to a wall who occasionally replies in “bruh” or some intense eye-rolling. Teenagers have a mind of their own, and they aren’t typically shy about … Read More
While no one is perfect, sometimes the intense feelings of new love, lust, and desire can cloud the judgment of those entering into marriage. These issues aren’t necessarily a reason to end the relationship, but they should be addressed before … 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
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
Ah, the holidays. The time of year when we search high and low for the perfect gift for those important in our lives. Whether you or someone else you know is going through a divorce, you may be pausing on … Read More
Divorce figuratively and physically causes a split within a family. Once the decision has been made to move forward with dissolution, the practicalities of divorce begin to settle in. Who moves out of the home? Who stays? If there are … Read More