Custody Emergencies and How to Avoid Them
Don’t wait for a custody emergency to call a lawyer. What are some of the signs that an emergency custody situation is brewing? Custody Emergency Indicators: Your ex is growing increasingly uncommunicative and unpredictable. You frequently do not know your child’s whereabouts when with the other parent. Your ex threatens to “disappear” or […]
The Biased Judge: Divorce and Custody Drama
A biased judge can ruin your chances of success in your case. If you’re taking your divorce case to trial, chances are you’re going to a “bench trial.” A bench trial is a trial before a judge only and not a jury. And, if you’re going to trial, it means you haven’t been successful at […]
Halloween After Divorce: Making New Traditions
Halloween is huge. Ask any elementary school teacher, and s/he will tell you that the kids get more excited over Halloween than any other holiday. My kids start planning their next Halloween costumes in November. Parents everywhere start laying down the rules in September about last-minute costume changes, and we spend various weekends in October […]
Alimony is Dead: Women, You Need to Pay Attention Here
My fellow women, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it is time for a reality check: Alimony is not going to save you if you get divorced. I believe in true love and committed relationships. But, I also believe: You must be able to take care of yourselves financially! One of […]