5 Tips for Navigating the Divorce Mediation Process

The divorce mediation process may not be as intense as an all out custody battle, but it still carries some stressors, so it’s important to prepare properly. Having these five skills in your pocket will help you. Keep the process in the mediation room. Divorce, even a mediation process, can be very taxing on you […]

Take the Stress Out of Your Holiday Visitation Schedule

The holiday season is a time to celebrate with your loved ones. It’s when you get to create beautiful memories, reminisce about shared experiences, and reconnect with one another. When you’re a parent, this time of year has its own special magic that you want to share with your children. The holidays are full of […]

What Is Alimony? The Basics of Spousal Support

Many decisions are made during the divorce process: how assets are split, custody of children, child support, and alimony. Depending on the situations, one of the former spouses may be awarded alimony or spousal support by the court. This decision may be made as part of an agreement between the couple or by the court […]

Why You Need a Divorce Lawyer

Current statistics have found that around 39 percent of marriages will end in divorce. Divorce is a tricky reality that many people face. Divorce is not something that can be taken lightly and is something that is very difficult to handle on your own. It may seem like a straightforward process, but there are many […]

Holiday Visitation Issues and How To Handle Them

If you’re a parent who is currently going through a divorce, you will definitely understand the struggles of creating a schedule for sharing custody with your ex-spouse. There are many factors you must consider when making your visitation schedule, and one of the biggest is how you will handle holidays throughout the year. And with […]

Preparing for Your Child Custody Hearing

A child custody hearing can make any parent nervous. So much depends on the outcome for you and your family. However, thoughtful preparation ahead of time can help you alleviate nerves and put your best foot forward during the proceedings.  Preparing clients for hearings is an important part of an attorney’s role. Before scheduled court […]

What You Should Know Before Filing for Divorce

Filing for divorce can be one of the most emotional, stressful, and difficult things you may face in your life. It’s not a decision that is made lightly and there are many things to consider as you move forward with the process. If you’re considering filing for divorce from your spouse, there are a few things […]

The Dos and Don’ts of Fighting for Custody of Your Child

When you’re a parent, you are committed to your child’s well-being. You want to be there for them in any way you possibly can. This can be difficult while in the midst of a divorce. Custody battles can be a tricky process and if you’re not sure what to expect, the team at Simon Law […]

How to Help Parents Cope With a Gray Divorce

It is not uncommon for couples to divorce when children fly the coop or careers come to a close. These significant life changes can shake even a rock-solid marriage to the core. When elderly parents decide to end the marriage, the adult children often have to step in to show them how to cope with […]

How Divorce Impacts Kids at Every Age

Announcing a divorce to your child is no easy feat. How they respond and the proper methods of breaking the news vary by age and life circumstance. Here we’ll take a look at how divorce impacts children at critical age groups and how to talk them about divorce in an effective way. Under Five At […]