Preparing for Mediation

I know this is probably a very difficult time for you. Making the decision to end a marriage can be gut-wrenching. You ask yourself: Should I do this? Should I hire a lawyer? What’s going to happen to the kids? What’ the divorce going to cost? How am I...

Are You Going to Mediate Your Divorce?

If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably toying with the idea of keeping your divorce from becoming a five alarm fire. A very smart idea – if you can get your spouse to go along. It can save you a fortune and you can reach a settlement you...

Children’s Holiday Schedule

It’s that time of year again to make sure that the holiday parenting schedule for your children that you worked out in your divorce judgment with your ex is still on track. As I’ve said in the past, it’s not a good idea to call your divorce lawyer on...

Divorce and Social Security

If you plan on getting a divorce or already have one, then you better check with your local social security office about some new rules Congress put into place that affect the benefits you will receive. There are two filing strategies used by married couples to...