Having a divorce completed by the end of a given year is possible in most situations, but time is of the essence!
People have all sorts of reasons for wanting to finish their divorce by the end of a year…some emotional, some practical, and some financial. By far, the most common of the reasons is the [...]
(by Bill Woodcock, Attorney)
Most people, including attorneys, believe that Family Law Judges will always make legal rulings consistent with the law and with common sense. Not so! Even experienced Family Law Judges sometimes make legal rulings that can literally ruin lives.
I believe that sometimes this occurs out of ignorance, and sometimes because the Judge believes [...]
(adapted from Practical Divorce Solutions by Ed Sherman)
Experience and academic studies have helped us identify the basic elements of a successful divorce. “Successful,” as used here, means completing the process of emotional separation, reaching a new center of balance as a single person, maintaining the welfare of your children, and establishing healthy attitudes toward yourself, [...]
