What is Co-Parenting?
When parents with children are going through a divorce, things may become difficult when considering how they will both remain a vital part of the child’s life. This is where co-parenting comes … [Read More...]
3 Tips for How to Talk to Children about Divorce
You may be considering a divorce or have just filed against your spouse to begin the divorce process. The next steps can be complicated and grueling, but sometimes the most emotional step you take is … [Read More...]
Deciding to Divorce: Two Big Items to Consider
Deciding to divorce is never an easy decision. There are many things to consider. What will we do with the house? What about the children? How will we handle the holidays? Will there be … [Read More...]
Dealing with Addiction in Divorce
Households across the nation have struggled with addiction. It could be a spouse or a family member. Addiction can severely affect the sanctity of the family. What once was a … [Read More...]
Remembering Adult Children in Your Divorce
Contemplating how to address the role and the effect of a divorce on adult children may, at first, seem unnecessary. However, there are circumstances in which adult children need to be considered … [Read More...]
An Amicable Divorce is Possible
The world as we know it has changed so drastically during the past year. It has been deeply affected by the coronavirus and people that were in the process of getting a divorce before are facing even … [Read More...]
What to Do When Your Spouse Wants a Divorce
“I want a divorce.” It is something you never thought either you or your spouse would say, yet you now find yourself facing the possibility. Where do you go from here? The first thing we recommend is … [Read More...]
Four Common Misconceptions About Divorce in California
Divorce is a difficult emotional process even when both parties agree that it is in their best interest to separate. It can be made more difficult when one or both spouses have misconceptions about … [Read More...]
Can I Get a Divorce During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has put many activities on hold and it certainly has placed limitations on the availability of the court system. If you’re thinking about ending your marriage during these times, … [Read More...]
Three Tips for Divorce and the Holidays
Co-parenting is difficult to begin with and the holidays can add tension to an already emotionally charged atmosphere. Planning for the holidays while going through the divorce process will only … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
How to Tell if Divorce Mediation is the Best Path for Your Divorce
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 … [Read More...]
7 Key Issues to Mediate a Parenting Plan
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 … [Read More...]
How Child Support Works in Divorce Mediation
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 … [Read More...]
What are the Steps of the Divorce Mediation Process?
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. … [Read More...]
What to Expect in a Consultation with Kim Mediation & Law Center
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
What’s the 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 … [Read More...]
What You Need to Bring to Divorce Mediation
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 … [Read More...]