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Throughout my career, I’ve seen clients enter the divorce process with assumptions that greatly impact their expectations and often end up significantly increasing costs. Some misunderstandings seem perfectly reasonable, but they can lead to unnecessary conflict and expense. Here are three common divorce financial misconceptions: should be easy. Each of these assumptions overlooks some important […]

Mediation can require a level of participation that some people may find difficult. When the circumstances of a divorce leave someone feeling particularly disempowered, that can affect the person’s ability to participate effectively in the mediation itself. In some situations, someone may become overwhelmed or have difficulty processing what is being discussed or responding in […]

Trusts can be an important tool for protecting assets and accomplishing estate planning goals. However, they can also create serious issues when they are structured in a way that limits a spouse’s rights in divorce. In my previous article on estate planning and divorce, I discussed how these documents can be used to improperly shield […]

For business owners and their spouses, determining income in a divorce is rarely as straightforward as reviewing a W-2 or tax return. Unlike a traditional salaried employee, a business owner’s compensation often extends beyond a paycheck and may include distributions, retained earnings, company-paid expenses, deferred compensation and other financial benefits that contribute to the family’s […]

When preparing for a divorce, it is natural to focus on splitting the property you accumulated together, like your retirement accounts or family home. However, an equally critical part of the process is frequently ignored until the end: your debt. Debt does not simply vanish when a marriage dissolves. The handling of these liabilities will […]

Managing the stress of a high-pressure divorce extends beyond the legal process. At our latest Educate Empower Roundtable, we brought together experts in psychology and holistic health, along with an individual navigating a high-pressure divorce, to discuss practical strategies for supporting overall well-being during one of life’s most challenging transitions. Dr. Brendon Fegan, a doctor […]

Keeping a high-pressure divorce from consuming your life can be easier said than done. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Divorce is rarely straightforward, and some cases carry a significantly higher level of complexity and pressure because of the issues involved. That can include complicated financial questions, difficult custody matters and ongoing disagreements […]

As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into everyday life, it’s changing how people approach family law, from the way attorneys work to how clients navigate divorce. AI can be helpful: it surfaces information quickly and helps clients feel more informed. But its answers aren’t always correct, nor is information alone enough, especially when emotions, custody […]

For many people, divorce isn’t just a legal process —it forces them to rethink their plans, identity and direction. What keeps me motivated every day is seeing clients navigate those challenges, feel more grounded in their decisions and gain a sense of hope for what comes next. Being able to guide people through this process […]

The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, but for co-parents, they can be a logistical minefield that creates unnecessary stress, especially for children. A winter break schedule that doesn’t quite line up with parenting time. A passport that no one realized was expired. A travel plan mentioned in passing rather than confirmed in […]