Tips and advice for men and women who have recently split up from a spouse and are now getting divorced.
When my son was little, he cut his knee, and we ended up at the emergency room where he got a few stitches. His wound was raw at first, and needed to be kept clean and dry. It was red and puffy and swollen, and as he described it, “thumping.” For some reason, this is … Read more
Going through a divorce is probably one of the hardest–if not the hardest thing you will face in your life. It’s painful and stressful and can feel hopeless, at times. But want the good news? In my 30+ years of being a divorce attorney, I have watched so many clients go from a place of … Read more
Thanksgiving is a holiday favorite for so many people…until you get divorced. Then Thanksgiving can become stressful and depressing and awful, especially that first year. If this Thanksgiving is your first Thanksgiving being separated, please know that you can still enjoy family and friends. What else can you do this Thanksgiving to make it a … Read more
The holidays can be a challenging time for co-parenting, especially when one parent struggles with alcohol misuse. It’s a time when children should be experiencing the joy of the season, not the confusion or distress that can come with a parent’s drinking. As a platform that assists women navigating divorce, we recognize the added layer … Read more
Awhile ago, I wrote an article called 4 Things NOT to Say During Mediation. The article was extremely popular, so I thought I’d write part 2– what NOT to say during mediation Here is What NOT to say during mediation, part 2 1. YOU wanted the divorce so you can pay for the mediator/attorney. … Read more
I remember my first Thanksgiving after divorce 15 years ago. What a mess I was, visiting my family with my two toddlers, feeling sad, scared, embarrassed, angry and so many more emotions. I had gotten separated in August, so everything was still new, feelings were raw, and I was feeling anxiety about the actual divorce … Read more
Divorce and the holidays can get complicated and challenging for many reasons. Feelings of anger, resentment, and hurt can often run high on the emotions list for divorced and divorcing parents. Add in the pressure they may feel to make sure the kids have a positive experience, and it can be a recipe for parental … Read more
What is a Certified Divorce Lending Professional? The job of a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) is to strategize with those going through a divorce so that they can qualify for a home loan whether remaining in the marital home or buying a new home. CDLPs do not simply help homeowners structure their home loans; … Read more
There’s nothing easy about divorce, especially when children are involved. Even when couples choose mediation or restorative divorce to maintain healthy relationships, it can be challenging when one parent moves on to a new partner. I hear from so many of my clients, “My ex has a new girlfriend,” and it sparks so many emotions. … Read more
Below is an e-mail I received from a woman who writes: “My ex is angry and bitter.” Jackie, I am going on 2 years since my ex-husband and I have been separated. My ex went through a process of seeming okay with it, then briefly seemed upset and then he got MAD and has stayed … Read more
It is so often implied in our culture that it may be too late to divorce, and that any long-term relationship is worth keeping even if it is no longer successful. But that norm is starting to shift as men and women are asking the question: “Should I continue to make this work?” You may … Read more
Looking for a prayer for divorce? There is a well-known prayer I think you will find comforting and inspiring, and I think it can be useful for divorce. Let me explain… People going through a divorce are stressed. Very stressed. Every day there’s a new problem, a different issue, something unexpected that pops up–an attorney … Read more
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