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Should You Tell The Children The Honest Reasons For The Divorce?
One question divorcing couples often have is how much information to divulge to their children regarding their separation. Should they be honest? For example, if one parent has had an affair that led to the divorce, should the children be told this? Children, no matter how young or old, do not need to hear all […]
Divorce Misconceptions: Most Divorce Cases Go To Trial
A common misconception is that when couples get divorced, their case goes to trial and the judge is the one that makes the final decisions, including child custody, child support, division of assets, and whether there will be spousal support. In fact, in 95 percent of divorce cases, even those who are represented by attorneys, […]
Divorce Misconceptions: You Should Fight for All That You Are Entitled to Get
Some spouses head into the divorce process with the idea that it is going to be difficult and that the divorce process will be a battlefield. Both Parties might fight for everything they think they are entitled to, but, fighting is unnecessary, and you may find that entitlement is something that does not enter into the […]
What Does a Guardian ad Litem Do?
Guardian ad Litems, or GALs, are court-appointed individuals whose primary purpose is to act on behalf of a child (or incapacitated adult) when necessary. It is difficult for children to have a voice in family matters. Still, it is of utmost priority to the families and the courts to prioritize their well-being, especially in custody […]
How Can Mediation Help with Child Custody Arrangements?
Mediation is a valuable process that many couples choose to use to resolve differing views on divorce matters such as custody arrangements. A neutral third party facilitates the process and makes sure that there isn’t a bias on either side of the equation. The divorce topics are discussed and negotiated through a series of meetings […]
Divorcing a Narcissist: Tips, Tools, and What To Expect
A narcissist is someone who has been diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder, which is part of the Cluster B personality disorders along with borderline personality disorder, histrionic personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and others. Key traits of narcissists are a lack of empathy, being focused on themselves and their own needs, and the need to […]
