What made me stop doing divorce work in court? An easy decision once I was ready. What made me ready? A perfect storm. Three different areas of my life came together to make clear something had to change. The first spark was my two children. I moved my law practice home to be near their…
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When starting your divorce journey, it can be confusing and overwhelming. It can also feel like you have very little control over your own life. Predicting the duration of a divorce is very difficult because so many factors influence that answer. However, understanding the variables over which you have control, allows you to minimize the…
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Whether to keep your marital home after your divorce is an important decision that requires considering all aspects of how this decision affects the emotional and financial well-being of both parents and your children. To Stay or Not To Stay – Emotional Considerations Consider your family’s emotional ties to the home. Do you have family…
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The highs and lows of the divorce process can stretch your emotional resilience. Maintaining emotional well-being during and after your divorce is challenging. Choosing the collaborative divorce process helps you maintain and improve your emotional resilience. The Collaborative Divorce process engages a team of professionals to support you, your former partner, and your children. This…
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I commonly hear this from scared clients in the beginning of a divorce. Fears your spouse hid money is a common and stressful fear. As an experienced Certified Family Law Specialist* practicing in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, I know that the court requirements go a long way towards ensuring that all financial data…
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When starting down the divorce road, the beginning can be chaotic for many different reasons. Educating yourself about your own situation can reduce fear, anxiety, and empower self-advocacy. As a Certified Family Law Specialist* practicing family law in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties, clients often ask me how to prepare and what data to…
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Transitioning back to school as divorced parents can be emotionally challenging for all involved. It is a hectic time that has lots of moving and changing parts. Trying to address these challenges in two separate homes can unintentionally add complexity and conflict. However, strategies exist to make this process smoother for your family unit. When…
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Recovering financially after a divorce is a gradual process that requires careful planning and consideration throughout and after the separation journey. When going through a collaborative divorce, involving a neutral financial mediator can be highly beneficial. The collaborative process ensures financial privacy, fosters amicable agreements and allows for future planning. A financial divorce specialist can…
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Many couples are unaware that divorce mediation offers several advantages over traditional court litigation. It is often less costly and more efficient. Here are some of the key benefits of using divorce mediation: Working Together: Mediation encourages couples to cooperate and talk openly. Good mediators can help identify problematic communication patterns and help couples create…
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When you and your spouse find yourself divorcing, the changes to your tax return may not occur until AFTER your divorce is finalized. If you are still married at the end of the year, you won’t be able to file taxes using the Single tax filing status. However, if your divorce is finalized by December…
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