On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Jun 18, 2020 | Divorce
Contrary to what you often see in the movies, not every divorce turns into an ugly, acrimonious battle. Instead, many people walk away from their marriages while maintaining cordial relationships with their former spouses. If you think you may be able to do the same,...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Apr 28, 2020 | Divorce
High-conflict divorces often are a result of bad communication. It, therefore, makes it difficult to communicate effectively. When you cannot communicate in a divorce, it makes it impossible to reach agreements outside of the court. It causes stress for everyone,...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Mar 20, 2020 | Divorce
Marriages come to an end for all kinds of reasons. While many divorces you may see on TV or in the movies may involve long, drawn-out court battles, this does not necessarily have to be your reality. On the contrary, if you and your ex still have at least some degree...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Feb 26, 2020 | Divorce
Among the benefits of mediation is that it is less stressful than traditional divorce and establishes a path on which you and your family can move forward. Part of the mediation process will focus on your parenting plan. Putting your thoughts down on paper ahead of...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Oct 15, 2019 | Divorce
While divorcing your significant other will always come at a cost, you actually have far more control over how much your split ultimately costs you than you may think. Contrary to popular belief, not every divorce has to involve a lengthy and contentious court battle....
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Mar 27, 2017 | Divorce
For many married couples, money is a source of conflict. In fact, many divorcing couples cite disputes over how to spend and save money as contributing to their decision to file for divorce. Unfortunately, fights over money often become even more heated during divorce...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Feb 16, 2017 | Divorce
From sharing photos of a child, pet or recent vacation to posting comments about your morning commute or religious or political beliefs, social media websites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram provide an easy and nearly instantaneous way for people to widely share...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Jan 5, 2017 | Divorce
While frequently regarded as being a time of great joy and celebration, the holidays can also be stressful. This is often especially true for individuals who are in unhappy marriages when spending time at home with a spouse and extended family members can reinforce...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Nov 10, 2016 | Divorce
In just a couple of short weeks, families across Pennsylvania and throughout the United States will gather to break bread and give thanks as the official 2016 holiday season kicks off. While typically considered a happy and celebratory time, under even the best of...
On behalf of Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing, LLC | Sep 20, 2016 | Divorce
Making the decision to end a marriage and go through with a divorce is never easy and many individuals spend months or even years struggling to make things work. For parents, making the decision to divorce is even more complicated as moms and dads must consider their...
