presence not presents

It’s Your Presence, Not Presents that Matters Most

There’s nothing I enjoy more than watching people open presents from me. The anticipation of seeing their faces light up is so exciting and meaningful. Whether it’s little kids fiercely ripping open wrapping paper, or a spouse grinning while opening a gift because he knows what it is, or a girlfriend delicately taking tape off … Read more

sad on Christmas

Feeling Sad On Christmas or Hanukkah? Focus On These Three Things

I have a special message for those feeling sad on Christmas or Hanukkah this year. Maybe you’re going through a divorce, or maybe you are already divorcedand you’re just feeling lonely this year. Maybe your ex has the kids and that’s causing you pain. Whatever the reasons are for your feelings of sadness on Christmas … Read more

second thoughts about divorce

Did I Do The Right Thing? Advice For Second Thoughts About Divorce

 “Did I do the right thing?” is probably a question that many newly separated and divorced men and women ask themselves. Even though in your heart you knew separating was the best thing, time starts to bring loneliness, emptiness and fear into the mix, and it’s easy to have second thoughts about divorce.   “Maybe … Read more

name change after divorce checklist

Here Is Your Name Change After Divorce Checklist

Should you change your name back after divorce? There is no right or wrong answer. But, if you decide changing your name back is right for you, this article will provide you with your name change after divorce checklist! Should you change your name back after divorce? Let’s address it. If you’re a woman, you’re … Read more

Christmas card etiquette

Holiday And Christmas Card Etiquette After Divorce

The holiday season is such a fun time to go to your mailbox. Why? Because you probably get some beautiful holiday and Christmas cards from family and friends. You get to see everyone’s kids, how much they’ve grown, and smiling, happy faces. You also get to send your holiday cards, spreading good cheer and your kids’ happy … Read more

high net worth divorce

What is a High Net Worth Divorce?

What is a high net worth divorce?A high net worth divorce case is one in which the divorcing couple has significant assets, property, and income to divide. These cases often involve complex property division and alimony arrangements. Generally, this means at least a million dollars in assets that need to be divided. Divorce can be … Read more

reasons to be thankful on Thanksgiving

10 Reasons to be Thankful on Thanksgiving, Despite Your Awful Divorce

That first Thanksgiving when you’re going through a divorce can be brutal. It’s hard to feel thankful when you’re trying to cope with your awful divorce, and all you can think about is that your marriage is over, your kids are hurting, finances might feel stressful, and the future is scary. But I know you … Read more

mediation process

10 Reasons The Mediation Process is a Great Option In Divorce

My clients frequently tell me they feel their lives start to go out of control when they are separating and contemplating divorce. Feeling in control of a situation is important for people.  Popular movies like “The War of the Roses” and “Kramer vs. Kramer” famously depict divorce as a battleground where each partner struggles to survive. … Read more

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Enjoying the Holidays Despite Your Divorce

Enjoying the holidays can feel like a lot of pressure. Especially if you are newly separated, separated or divorced. Or, if you have been divorced for awhile, but are still negotiating holidays with a difficult ex-spouse. In any of these scenarios, you are not alone in that you’re anticipating the upcoming holidays with dread instead … Read more

divorce strategy

Tips to the Divorce Strategy Where Everyone Wins

“I’m getting divorced—I need an aggressive divorce attorney.” “First thing to do is make sure you have a strong divorce lawyer to fight them.” “I’ve been through a divorce; don’t let them mess things up any further. Lawyer up!” Does any of this sound familiar? They’re common types of responses I see on social media … Read more

handling change

Tips for Handling Change During and After Divorce

Let’s talk about handling change and how difficult that can feel during and after divorce. What do the following have in common? 1. You’re in the grocery store, looking for your favorite brand of stone-ground mustard, only to find that they no longer carry it.  The replacement brand is twice the price, and you don’t … Read more