Saying "No" to a family law judge seems simple enough: "No your honor." But in reality, it's rarely easy. Even sophisticated executives, poised professionals, and junior lawyers can be unnerved when called upon to dissent in a courtroom before a presiding Judge with dozens of … [Read more...]
3 mistakes people make in divorce
"To err is human; to forgive, is divine." Alexander Pope (1708) Like me, you undoubtedly have, and will continue to, make mistakes in life. We don't mean to make mistakes, but we do. In the grand scheme of things, little faux-pas like mixing plastic and paper are easily … [Read more...]
Divorcing a Narcissist: How to Negotiate Settlement Agreements
Divorcing a narcissist creates unique challenges that conventional divorce advice doesn't address. When your spouse exhibits narcissistic traits, the emotional and legal complexities multiply exponentially, requiring specialized strategies and professional support. The Control … [Read more...]
Should you take a divorce trial gamble?
Your spouse won't settle, and the threat of a divorce trial looms on the horizon. Should you take a divorce trial gamble? First and foremost, seriously consider the risks. There are no crystal balls, and judges are fallibly human. Even the best attorneys can't … [Read more...]
Does bad behavior matter in a California no-fault divorce?
California is a no-fault divorce state, which, broadly speaking, means allegations of fault are “improper and inadmissible”. (California Family Code Section 2335) When a party files a Petition for Legal Separation, Dissolution of Marriage or Dissolution of a Domestic … [Read more...]
Preparing for a child custody battle?
"Children typically suffer pain, confusion, and insecurity when their parents separate. They are hurt by outbursts of anger, bitterness, a lack of respect, an inability to communicate, and the overt hostility that can repeatedly flare up between battling parents." ~Through the … [Read more...]
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