“We are in a tricky spot because I want a divorce and my husband does not.” [We do not mean this is a gender specific concern. We have heard it from both husbands and wives. This is just an actual recent example of the situation]. As you can imagine, wife’s concern not an unusual circumstance. We often get some version of this comment from spouses seeking a consultation. For most family law … [Read more...] about I Want a Divorce – My Spouse Doesn’t
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Choosing the Right Divorce Mediator
You have decided on an amicable divorce. You and your ex want a divorce mediator to help design the agreement terms based on the unique needs of your family. This means you will decide the critical outcomes rather than a judge. A crucial decision moving forward is choosing the right divorce mediator. Choosing your mediator is remarkably like choosing any professional to help … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right Divorce Mediator
AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 and your Divorce – Part 2 of 2
As we are writing this blog Congress is finalizing the new AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 to send to the President’s desk for signature. Because the final form of the bill is subject to final approval by the House of Representatives, and because we have not read the bill, itself, we offer this information based upon the reports and analysis of public reporting in the Washington Post and other … [Read more...] about AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 and your Divorce – Part 2 of 2
AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 and your Divorce – Part 1 of 2
As we are writing this blog Congress is finalizing the new AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 to send to the President’s desk for signature. Because the final form of the bill is subject to final approval by the House of Representatives, and because we have not read the bill, itself, we offer this information based upon the reports and analysis of public reporting in the Washington Post and other … [Read more...] about AMERICAN RELIEF ACT 2021 and your Divorce – Part 1 of 2
How Much Will My Divorce Mediation Cost?
Q: How much will my divorce mediation cost? A: It depends! I realize, that is not the answer you were hoping to hear. Frankly, most clients and professionals are challenged by the “cost” question. There are so many unknowns and other variables to consider. Just as your contractor has difficulty anticipating the roadblocks, they will encounter in your bathroom remodel, … [Read more...] about How Much Will My Divorce Mediation Cost?
Divorce Payment Retainer Options
A Simple Guide to your Payment Options The Judicial Council survey from 2016 found that the average California litigated divorce through trial costs $95,000. Even among cases that settle before trial, a simple internet search will predict the cost of a litigated divorce in California as $40,000 – $50,000+, depending on your situation. Conversely, an average mediated divorce … [Read more...] about Divorce Payment Retainer Options
Divorce and the Pandemic
2020 will go down in history, among other distinctions, as a year of reinvention. Seemingly, in the blink of an eye, everyday life drastically changed. Before March 2020, it was unthinkable that we would: Wear masks (maybe even double mask!) whenever we were out,Attend school and work exclusively from home,‘Zoom’ for everything from work and school meetings to book clubs and … [Read more...] about Divorce and the Pandemic
Divorce Cost Inflators
9 Steps to Keep Your Divorce Fees Down In my 25+ years of mediating family law and divorce matters, I’ve seen thousands of divorces successfully complete. Some of my most complex marital estates manage to finish in a few months with only two or three, two-hour meetings while other less complex matters take three years or more and countless scheduled and delayed meetings, emails, and … [Read more...] about Divorce Cost Inflators
