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How Long Does a Divorce Process Take?
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…
Read MoreShould You Keep Your Marital Home After Divorce?
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…
Read MoreTips for Maintaining Your Emotional Wellbeing During and After Divorce
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…
Read MoreHelp! My Spouse Is Hiding Money From Me
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…
Read MoreEssential Divorce Documentation: What Should You Know Before You Start Your Divorce?
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…
Read MoreNavigating the Back-to-School Transition: Tips for Divorced Parents
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…
Read MoreFinancial Planning for Divorced Couples
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…
Read MoreWhat Are the Advantages of Divorce Mediation?
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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