Divorce is a challenging experience for any family, but when you have a child with special needs, the process becomes even more overwhelming. Whether your child has autism, Down syndrome, or any other condition that requires specialized support, they need an extra...
As couples navigate collaborative divorce, one of the most critical aspects to consider when children are involved is co-parenting. With emotions running high and relationships in flux, how can parents ensure they are making informed decisions for their children? In...
Divorce brings many emotional and logistical challenges, and talking about child custody can be especially tough. Mediation offers a peaceful way to handle these discussions. It helps resolve issues faster than going to court and provides a private, cooperative space....
When you face a high-conflict divorce, it can be easy to lose hope for a collaborative, less contentious process. After all, if you and your spouse struggled to see eye-to-eye during your marriage, how can you find common ground when you finally untangle the...
You may have taken your spouse’s last name when you got married. This may have been an important step in your marriage because it bound you and your spouse together publicly in a specific way. Yet, if your marriage ends, you may not want to keep that last name....
When you are going through a childless divorce, the fate of your marital home often takes center stage. For many couples, their home is their most valuable asset, both financially and emotionally. Deciding its future can be complex, stirring up a mix of practical...
Divorce brings a whirlpool of changes to family dynamics, but it does not end your role as a parent. As you and your ex-spouse adjust to co-parenting, disagreements can and will arise, even when you both have good intentions. So, how can you manage disagreements with...
Children can be a powerful source of connection between spouses. They can also be one of the most common reasons parents fight when they decide to divorce. Trying to negotiate shared custody arrangements can be difficult. Even when people want amicable divorces, their...
Ending a marriage creates major changes in the lives of everyone involved. However, the impact can be particularly profound for children. Imagine having to face your parents' separation at an early age, adjusting to living arrangements and schedules that are all new...
Stepparent adoption is a relatively common family law matter. People who combine their families may develop close bonds with the children of their spouses. They may eventually want to become the lawful adoptive parent of the child instead of continuing to only be a...