When couples reach a point where they have tried counseling but their patterns keep returning, there is something that might help them be more successful: marriage intensive therapy. It’s no secret that for a number of reasons, weekly therapy for couples doesn’t always lead to lasting relational changes.The idea that we should be able to … Read more
There are many reasons people get divorced, but for the purpose of this article, let’s exclude the biggie deal breakers: cheating, addiction, or verbal and physical abuse. What happens when someone decides to get divorced because they have a lack of like? What do I mean by that? I’m talking about the person who says, … Read more
Here is some divorce mediation advice that might be a little different than some of the tips you’ve heard. Words have power and can determine the trajectory of discussions. In divorce and co-parenting, the language we use shapes not only how we see each other, but also how we tackle issues, deal with different viewpoints … Read more
I remember walking through my neighborhood one chilly afternoon, coffee in hand, sunglasses on even though the sun had dipped low. I was hoping no one would see the tears quietly slipping down my face. From the outside, I looked like a woman deep in thought. But inside, I was unraveling. ‘Is my marriage over?’ … Read more
Tell someone you are divorced (or getting divorced) and you are sure to get an earful, most times without even asking! “I had a feeling…” “Men are such jerks!” “I never liked him anyhow” “Oh, I’m so sorry, was he cheating?” and my favorite, (and this is usually accompanied by the person putting his or … Read more
What is a guardian ad litem? In Illinois family law matters involving children, the concept of the best interest of the child is at the heart of everything. An ideal situation is one in which both parents are able to come to an quick and easy agreement as to what is in the best for … Read more
What happens when the court awards you custody, but your child wants to live with your ex? As a divorce attorney, I have seen this happen. When a teenager wants to live with the non-custodial parent, it can feel hurtful, sad, disappointing and stressful. When Can a Child Choose Where They Want to Live? There … Read more
When someone tells me they are going through “an amicable” divorce, I think it’s great, and I respect that mindset, but I also tend to feel a little bit skeptical. While I’d like to think it’s possible to have a friendly divorce versus an ugly divorce, I question whether it can stay that way, just … Read more
The divorce industry is a multi-billion dollar system designed to manage legal separations, asset division, and financial settlements. But what if the divorce process itself is flawed? What if inefficiencies, outdated regulations, and unnecessary legal maneuvers are costing divorcing individuals thousands of dollars—without delivering real results? In our latest episode of We Chat Divorce, we put … Read more
I love it when divorced parents coparent well. My favorite thing to hear is that both parties have put the children first and would not dare think to weaponize them. Children are entirely too important to be thrust in the middle of their parents’ breakup. They are innocent parties, and their peace and sense of … Read more
Although every marriage and situation is unique, I think many people stay in their marriages because it seems like the best option. Maybe they weighed out the pluses and minuses of splitting up, and then determined that staying–even though they are staying in an unhappy marriage, is the better choice versus the alternative of divorce. … Read more
Let’s talk about two concepts that might seem unrelated at first but share an incredible synergy – mediation vs. meditation. Though their differences come down to just one letter, their essence is remarkably aligned. Both practices involve facilitating space for clarity, understanding, and resolution—whether externally, as in mediation, or internally, as in meditation. When it … Read more
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