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New Year Resolutions for Divorcing Parents

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

The New Year is a time for a fresh start in all aspects of your life. If you are divorced and have children you are co-parenting with an ex-spouse, add these...

Divorce Second Thoughts

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Deciding to get a divorce is a decision that takes time to become comfortable with. Many people go back and forth many times before deciding to move ahead and...

Why You Need a Child Support Order

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

If you and your ex have a fairly amicable relationship and your divorce or custody case is moving along smoothly, you may feel very comfortable trusting each...

When Divorce Mediation Fails

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Divorce mediation is an excellent alternative to traditional divorce litigation. Mediation typically costs less, works faster, allows complete customization of...

How to Decide if You Want a Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Deciding to get a divorce is a difficult decision. It is often a long road with many twists and turns along the way. One day you may be certain you want a...

How to Stay Out of Family Court

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Many families who experience a divorce or custody case find themselves returning to family court over and over for modification and enforcement proceedings....

Why Paternity Matters

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

If you have a child with someone else and you are not married, it is important to establish paternity. You might be wondering why the legal details matter,...

What Is Co-Parenting?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Co-parenting is a buzzword you will hear a lot about if you are in the middle of a divorce or custody case. Some people misunderstand what co-parenting is all...

Divorce and Your In-Laws

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

When you get a divorce, you might think you get a divorce from your ex’s entire family, but if you have children, that side of the family will be involved in...

Two Turkeys, Two Menorahs, and Two Trees: Coping with Holiday Overload

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Parents often try to focus on the positives of holidays when going through a divorce. You’ll get to celebrate twice! There will be two trees and two turkeys!...

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Communicating Through Divorce: Listening When It’s Hardest

Written by guest writer, Deb Porter, owner of HOLD. Divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences. It’s hard enough to navigate the practicalities, but when emotions run high and trust feels shattered, communication can seem nearly impossible. How do you listen and respond...

December 12, 2024 Read More

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Who Pays the Bills During a Divorce or Separation? Paying Bills While a Divorce is Pending

When a couple is in the process of getting a divorce, they are working with their separate attorneys’ advice to reach an agreement and work toward an eventual finalization.  It’s a process that unfolds over time, typically over the course of a year or more.  Along the way, household bills...

December 3, 2024 Read More

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How Soon Can You Get a Divorce After Marriage? Divorce Right After Marriage

The “honeymoon phase” of a marriage, typically the first six months to a year, has been romanticized by popular culture as an exciting time of joyful adjustment to the new commitment between partners.  Adjustment is certainly a major part of any new marriage, but for some couples, the joy...

November 12, 2024 Read More

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