It’s common for people to walk into a divorce feeling like they have to win. They want to win custody, win the house, win the negotiations. It’s an understandable reaction during an emotional time, but this win-lose mindset often does more harm than good. Over the years, I’ve seen how focusing on “winning” can hurt...
In family law, I hear a lot of the same worries and assumptions from clients. Divorce is an emotional time, and it is easy to fall into beliefs shaped by TV shows, social media, or stories from friends. But holding onto the wrong ideas can make an already hard process even harder. Here are three...
In the middle of a divorce or custody case, it’s easy for parents to get swept up in court dates, legal terms, and paperwork. But what’s often lost in all of it is the most important voice of all, the child’s. Over the years, I’ve sat across from parents who want the best for their...