Very few divorces are amicable, and many are downright hostile. In these cases, it is extremely unlikely to get through the divorce proceedings in a timely and cooperative manner. Contentious parts of the process, such as parenting plans (covering custody arrangements...
Making your mediation work for you
Going through a divorce can be an emotional and lengthy process. Thankfully, there are certain options available that can help to alleviate some of the stress and strenuous aspects of the divorce proceedings. Mediation is one of those alternatives and can be...
Divorce among senior citizens is not unusual anymore
If you are over the age of 50 and thinking about dissolution of marriage, you should know that “gray divorce,” as it is sometimes called, is not unusual. Between 1990 and 2010, the divorce rate among seniors doubled, say Bowling Green State University sociologists....
Divorcing a high-conflict spouse: Here’s what you should know
If you are getting ready to go through a divorce in the Punta Gorda area, it may seem like you are losing everything you have worked so hard to have. The stress, frustration and arguing might have you losing sleep and missing meals. Your partner may be argumentative...
Can mediation help my children through our divorce?
You and your spouse have decided to file for divorce, but you are both concerned about the effect your split will have on the children. As you know, a divorce can be devastating for kids. They may be heartbroken to learn that their parents no longer love each other,...
Why men may have to pay spousal support after a divorce
Getting divorced can be a frustrating and confusing process. You would like to move on with your life afterward, but that can be hard to do if you must pay spousal support. In some cases, there is no need for spousal support, but the courts order it anyway. For...
3 benefits of stepparent adoptions
When you enter into a relationship with somebody who has kids from a prior relationship, it can be difficult to navigate the new dynamics. This might become even more of a challenge when you marry into the family and find yourself in the role of stepparent. Some...
Grandparent And Extended Family Custody In Florida
It hurts to watch; your adult or son or daughter who has custody of a child but is unable to meet the demands of single parenthood. Florida courts regularly have to address the issue of single parents facing incarceration, residential Chemical dependency treatment or...