Dec 31, 2021
Are you considering a divorce in the coming months? It turns out that January is one of the most common times to get a divorce. This may be for several different reasons – maybe you do not want to go through the divorce process during the holidays. Or maybe you are thinking about a more practical reason: taxes. No matter what the reason, if you are planning to move forward with divorce in the new year, now is the time to prepare in order to make the process as simple
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Dec 10, 2021
Divorce mediation has quickly become the preferred method to settle the terms of your divorce, as courts have become difficult to schedule and the financial costs are high. In fact, in Minnesota, the court system actually encourages couples to try mediation before litigation. If you are beginning to think about divorce, you may have some questions about the divorce mediation process. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the process that might help you
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Nov 26, 2021
Supporting your kids’ needs and keeping in mind that their well-being is the most important outcome of a divorce is a very important part of the process. Given the intense emotion between you and your spouse, this can be a very challenging task. Below are some tips for supporting your children during the divorce/ongoing post divorce challenges and helping them continue to thrive, even during this difficult time:
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Oct 23, 2021
One of the most difficult parts of a divorce is the impact on children. Divorce is not their choice, and even though it might be the best decision for the entire family’s well-being, the transition can be extremely challenging. Here are some tips for helping your child (or children) cope with your divorce.
1. Be open and honest in your communication: You are likely the center of your child’s universe, and they are looking to you for reassurance and information. Being open and honest with them about the changes that are coming and the logistics of what will happen next is critically important to helping
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Oct 15, 2021
The pandemic has been very tuff on all families. And if you and your spouse have decided to divorce, then it is likely that you had some significant conflict in your marriage. You might assume that this conflict will linger into the divorce process, but it does not have to. Here are some strategies for minimizing conflict as you navigate the divorce process
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