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What to Consider When Divorcing Your House

By Lynette Kim

what to consider when divorcing your house

For most couples who divorce, whether amicably or not, the house is their biggest asset. Between the added emotional attachment and the perceived upheaval that comes with children potentially having to move, the question of “what to do with the house” becomes a financial, emotional and parenting dilemma all wrapped up into one gut-wrenching decision.   The struggle is due to the fact … [Read more...] about What to Consider When Divorcing Your House

Filed Under: Financial

How to Talk with Your Spouse about Divorce Mediation

By Lynette Kim

how to talk with your spouse about divorce mediation

The road to get to the decision to divorce is a long one. A track record of countless arguments and unbearable tension may have left you both on eggshells whenever you need to have a talk - worried that each conversation could explode into a disaster.  You might find it helpful to learn that once spouses make the joint decision to divorce, there often is a moment of clarity where they … [Read more...] about How to Talk with Your Spouse about Divorce Mediation

Filed Under: Mediation

How to Tell if Divorce Mediation is the Best Path for Your Divorce

By Lynette Kim

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Once a couple decides that divorce is in their future and start to do their research, they quickly learn that there are different processes to choose for your divorce. In the past 10 years, divorce mediation has become much more common, even for high net worth cases like Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon.   The idea of a peaceful, out-of-court process sounds enticing, especially … [Read more...] about How to Tell if Divorce Mediation is the Best Path for Your Divorce

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7 Key Issues to Mediate a Parenting Plan

By Lynette Kim

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When it comes time to separate or divorce, usually the area of most concern is how the children will adjust to their new living arrangements in separate households.  Not surprisingly, parents struggle with this transition because of the inevitable uncertainty.   The goal of a parenting plan is to clearly and legally document a plan for logistics, decision-making and communication … [Read more...] about 7 Key Issues to Mediate a Parenting Plan

Filed Under: Children

How Child Support Works in Divorce Mediation

By Lynette Kim

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As a conscientious parent, you likely are already aware that child support is one of the most critical issues to settle in a divorce.  Even if you aren’t married, child support is what continues to link you to your child’s other parent as you lead separate lives, especially if you have young children. Sure, you could head down to the local domestic relations office to file a claim, but … [Read more...] about How Child Support Works in Divorce Mediation

Filed Under: Children, Mediation

What are the Steps of the Divorce Mediation Process?

By Lynette Kim

steps of divorce mediation

Before couples commit to using mediation for their divorce, they want to know exactly what’s involved in the divorce mediation process. While every case is different, there are essentially six steps. Let’s walk through each one, so you know what to expect, how to prepare, and how long it could take. Step 1 - Initial Consultation Before we begin working together, it’s important to … [Read more...] about What are the Steps of the Divorce Mediation Process?

Filed Under: Mediation

What to Expect in a Consultation with Kim Mediation & Law Center

By Lynette Kim

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Scheduling a consultation for divorce mediation can feel like a big step for both you and your spouse.  It’s a statement that the two of you have decided to move beyond considering separation and divorce, and are ready to legally formalize a major life transition. It is usually too soon to schedule a consultation for divorce mediation if only one spouse is on board. You might view the … [Read more...] about What to Expect in a Consultation with Kim Mediation & Law Center

Filed Under: Mediation

FL 140 and Declaration of Disclosure: Transparency in CA Divorce

By Lynette Kim

FL 140 and Declaration of Disclosure: Transparency in CA Divorce

Now that you have decided to divorce, you might be asking, what is the actual first step I am supposed to take?  You are aware that divorce is a legal process, whether or not you actually hire a lawyer or mediator, and therefore, recognize that there are legal forms for divorce that must be completed.  And, if you have done your own taxes, you know that legal forms are never as … [Read more...] about FL 140 and Declaration of Disclosure: Transparency in CA Divorce

Filed Under: Mediation

What’s the Average Cost of Divorce in California?

By Lynette Kim

average cost of divorce in California

If you’re trying to anticipate the average cost of divorce in California, you’ll quickly realize there’s no typical amount. It all depends on how much legal representation you need, whether you have children, the complexity of your assets, and how many issues you need to resolve.  To help you develop a realistic budget for your situation, I’ll begin with some ballpark numbers on the cost … [Read more...] about What’s the Average Cost of Divorce in California?

Filed Under: Financial

What You Need to Bring to Divorce Mediation

By Lynette Kim

divorce mediation checklist

If you're preparing for your divorce mediation sessions, it's time to get organized. In order to make informed decisions, you'll need to gather several documents about your finances, insurance, and taxes. This blog provides a comprehensive divorce mediation checklist - everything you may need during your mediation. But don't panic at the size of this list. Just focus on the ones applicable to … [Read more...] about What You Need to Bring to Divorce Mediation

Filed Under: Financial, Mediation

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