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The Path to a Better Divorce
Why Do You Need to Establish Paternity?
In California, unless you were married when the child was born, the matter of paternity may be questionable from a legal standpoint. For parents who were not married or living together at the time of the baby’s birth, the father may need to take extra measures to prove his paternity. Establishing paternity for your child […]
5 Benefits to Establishing a Marital Agreement
Most people associate marital agreements with divorce, but they can be used to help with several different marital situations, not just a separation. They may not be very romantic, but prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can be extremely beneficial and may provide you and your spouse with a sense of reassurance and financial confidence. Prenuptial and […]
Child-Focused Divorce: Keeping Your Children Front and Center
Orange County has one of the highest divorce rates in the nation. According to data, approximately 70% of first time unions in the county end in divorce. As statistics continue to emerge that reveal that our children are bearing the burden of this ever-increasing trend, it is my goal to create solutions to provide guidance […]
What Divorce Means to a Child
We are all dealt a hand of cards in life that we must manage to the best of our ability. When you have children and are thinking about getting a divorce, it is really important to think through the impact that the way you choose to divorce will have on your children. A litigated divorce […]
Mediation Can Help Settle Divorce Issues Without Anger
Making the decision to end your marriage is never easy, but the how you handle the divorce can make a big difference in the stress and emotion involved. Many people don’t realize that there are choices available beyond the traditional hiring of attorneys and going off to court for a judge to determine such things […]
Divorce and Graduation
When a marriage has ended in divorce, the graduation of a child marks even more of a major milestone for the family than it normally would. Not only is the child moving into adulthood and away from his or her parents, but child support payments are no longer required. Further, since that child will likely […]
The One Thing That Makes a Difference in Divorce
The perspectives of each person can make the difference between a successful mediation for divorce and a long drawn out battle in court. If you can see beyond the divorce and hold hope for your life, then there is less to worry about and pick apart. If you focus solely on the divorce, hanging onto […]
Spring Break Up
Spring is a time of welcomed change. The world awakens from the sleep of winter and is filled with new life. So if your relationship is ending in divorce, now is the time to revive hope. What kinds of things do you want to be enlivened this Spring? Here are some tips to help you […]
What Is In A Name
You may have noticed recently that we have had a name change. I am so excited about Alternative Divorce Solutions because it captures what sets us apart in this field of work. I created this business out of a desire to find alternatives to divorcing in court. After seeing the pain that it causes couples […]
Children Standing By
You are in the midst of the divorce, trying to keep up the routines of school and work. Your soon to be ex calls and there is a vein throbbing in your forehead from frustration. Even while you keep your cool, in the back seat sits your kid, watching your every move. Sure they look […]
The New Year
As we welcome 2013, we are faced with reflecting on our past and looking to the future. Many make their resolutions for change in their lives and particularly in their relationships. I appreciate the new year. It gives us a sense of a fresh start and opens us up to the possibilities that lay ahead. […]
Spousal Support: Legal vs. Emotional
In court, the spousal support process starts when the judge awards temporary support (before trial). Typically, this is a straight calculation based on the parties’ respective incomes and is a higher number than will be awarded for a permanent support order. In making a permanent support award, the judge will consider, among other things, a […]