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Can I File For Legal Separation, or a Trial Divorce in Florida?
Divorce is a big decision. Before making that decision, it is best to gather as much information as you can to help you make the best decision available for you and for your family. One consideration is, should I go forward with divorce or first attempt a trial separation in Florida. Below is a list…
How Do We Make School Choice Decisions For Our Child After Divorce?
The answer is two-fold: Work with a divorce professional to help you address this important issue during your divorce. This will assure that you have a comprehensive Parenting Plan for your children, and that your plan includes agreements on important Parenting Issues that will need to be addressed by you and your ex-spouse long after…
Why Fixed Fees Work in Divorce
Contrary to popular belief, people going through a divorce have not lost all of their intelligence and common sense. More often than not, when you are going through a divorce, you are not happy about the divorce. However, you are reasonable, and you would like a seasoned professional to provide you with an overview of…
What Are Durable Divorce Solutions?
Merriam-Webster defines durable as follows, able to exist for a long time without significant deterioration in quality or value. The longevity or durability of the solution that you are searching for is not always your first priority when you are in the throes of a divorce. This is understandable. Divorce brings with it many…
P.E.A.C.E.
P.E.A.C.E. is an acronym that we use to help families through the legal process of divorce every day. This acronym helps us to stay on track, and to address each issue in your divorce process in a structured and well-defined manner. P.E.A.C.E. stands for: P. – Parenting Plan E. – Equitable Distribution of…
Slow Down and Listen
The appointment was over before I had a chance to ask the dermatologist anything. He came into the examination room, grabbed a bottle of liquid nitrogen and zapped a couple of spots on my shoulder. He was gone. The doctor rushed out of the room and instructed the nurse to take a look at the…
How Do I Put My Children’s Interest First In Divorce?
Divorce for parents is different, and it’s harder. You ask yourself, what impact will separation and divorce have on our children? Is there a scenario where divorce could be healthier for me and our children? What can I do before, during and after the divorce to help our children adjust and thrive through this difficult…
Collaborative Divorce: What Happens When We Don’t Agree?
Overcoming Disagreements In Collaborative Divorce One of the most remarkable aspects of the collaborative divorce process is its ability to address and overcome even the most challenging disagreements. Here’s how collaborative divorce facilitates resolution in the face of adversity: 1. Respectful Communication & Knowledge: Open, respectful communication is the cornerstone of collaborative divorce. By fostering…
What Do Spouses Ask For Most In Collaborative Divorce?
One of the cornerstones of collaborative divorce is defining goals and interests that will help you and your family transition to the next phase in life peacefully and respectfully. Below, I have outlined a list of the 5 most common goals and interests that we help families to define and accomplish in their collaborative divorce…
How Does Child Support Work In Collaborative Divorce?
Child Support in Collaborative Divorce: Key Considerations In collaborative divorce in Florida, establishing child support is an important step that carries with it many other considerations for your children and for your family. Here are some key points to understand: 1. Determining Child Support: In Florida, child support is primarily calculated based on the state’s…