Raising your child with an ex with whom you may no longer get along can be an extraordinary challenge. It is all but inevitable that there will hiccups when parents try to figure out how to raise a child separately but together, from dealing with scheduling conflicts...
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Don’t go into parenting plan discussions without a plan
Making plans for the future is something many of us do every day, whether that involves scheduling meetings, booking a vacation, planning parties or making budgets. Having a clear plan in place is a good way to be prepared and avoid any messy complications that can...
Recently divorced? Focus on these 4 things this holiday season
This time of year can be immensely challenging for people who are adjusting to life post-divorce. This might be the first year you are attending holiday events alone, without your ex. Or perhaps your kids are spending part of the holiday with their other parent, which...
You don’t need to sensationalize your prenup
When you are looking for information about prenuptial agreements, chances are it won't be long until see you articles about multi-million dollar celebrity prenups or hear horror stories of ridiculous clauses that spurred lengthy court battles when it came time to...
5 things to know about collaborative divorce in California
Not all divorces need to be long, drawn-out litigious experiences, with both parties fighting it out in court over assets and time with the children. Rather, more and more spouses are turning to collaborative divorce as a way to come to agreements on everything from...
What to know about grandparents’ rights in California
In a prior article we posted on our website, we discussed a case involving a grandmother seeking visitation of her grandchildren. In that article, which can be read by clicking here, we note that cases involving grandparents and custody or visitation often become...
Are there consequences of a ‘good divorce’?
The rise of the amicable and more civil divorce is undeniable. Couples and even state courts are trying to minimize the negative, bitter side of a split by focusing on collaborative resolutions, mediation and child-sharing arrangements. Of course, there are still many...
Woman seeking $1 million per month in child support
Parents who divorce can go through a very difficult period of adjustment when it comes to raising their kids. In addition to the challenges of figuring out living situations, many people will run into money problems when the income that supported one household cannot...
Could keeping money separate keep a couple together?
Getting married can result in a number of immediate changes: You might take a different name or you may move into a new home with your spouse. Many couples also choose to immediately combine finances and take the phrase "What's mine is yours," quite literally. But is...
Dad makes the best out of a hairy parenting situation
Having a child can significantly change a person's life. It means waking up for late-night feedings, buying a bigger home, saving up for college tuition and adjusting to a whole new daily schedule focused on caring for a child. Parents often have to make another...
