By Anthony Snead As someone who struggles with anxiety, taking the first step into the unknown can be challenging. What questions should I ask? What’s the process like? What do I need to have prepared? How much will it cost? … Read More
By Amanda Singer You’ve finished mediation, both you and your now ex-spouse signed the Agreement, and your judgment was filed and signed by the judge. You might be thinking, ok, great, my divorce is final, and I’m all done, but … 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
Divorce, like any other change you face in your life, can feel not only sad but also scary as you navigate through the unknown waters of life. I’ve been down this very same road myself. I know how it feels … Read More
By Jen Segura So, I do not consider myself a movie buff (whatever that is…), but there are certain movies, shows, mini-series, etc., that is SO well done. Until much later, you may not even realize how amazing it is … 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
By Amanda Singer When you have a friend getting divorced, sometimes we don’t know what to say to them. While there are certainly some things you can say that will be better than others, there is one question you shouldn’t … Read More
By Lauren Kominkiewicz Values are a set of beliefs we hold onto and fall back on whenever we speak or act. They are – or should be – at the root of every decision we make and the lens through … Read More
By Jen Segura After mediating for a long time, it is easy to get caught up in advanced ideas to help our clients. Therefore, it is vital to get back to the basics and remember that as the neutral in … 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