By Jane Cottrell, Esq. – Guest Blogger There are several ways to get divorced. This post briefly describes the main ones, in order of ascending expense. First, a couple of definitions. The separation agreement is the contract between you and your spouse in which you divide your property, set a plan to co-parent your children, […]
Guest post by Jacqueline Newman, a matrimonial attorney who practices litigation, collaboration and mediation, sets some solid criteria for choosing the right attorney for you. One of the most common complaints my clients voice is disappointment with their matrimonial attorneys. After suffering a breach of trust and having a central relationship deteriorate, divorcees many times […]
So often clients ask how to go about hiring an attorney that will help them navigate their divorce so that the experience is as dignified and positive as it can be. My friend and colleague Andrea and her assistant Ellie do a beautiful job of outlining some of the key elements you want to keep […]
This guest blog post by Sherri Donovan, Esq does a superb job in explaining the role and benefits of working with a parenting coordinator to ensure that the best interest of your children are met after the divorce settlement is signed. After the legal battle is over and you begin to settle into co-parenting with […]
Guest post by Wendy Samuelson, Esq. I got a call the other day from a woman who asked me if I do mediation. “Yes,” I responded, “and who are your attorneys?” There was some silence on the other end of the phone. Then she asked “Huh?” I went on to explain that mediation is often […]
Guest post by Wendy Samuelson. Just because you start a divorce action, does not necessarily mean that you will go to trial. If you settle the custody and financial issues of your case, there’s no need for a trial, and your divorce can be processed on papers alone without having to testify in court. After […]
