Tips for Starting Over Financially After Divorce
Recovering financially after a divorce, especially when it’s amicable, requires careful planning and consideration during and after your divorce has been finalized. The collaborative divorce model, unlike court-litigated divorce, prioritizes mutual agreements and financial transparency, paving the way for a smoother transition. One crucial step is to choose the collaborative divorce process and work with…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?
Divorce is a challenging journey! No doubt, full of twist and turns and ups and downs. This is why it is important to understand the difference between legal custody and physical custody can help ease the process. These two terms are important to understand as parents, as it will directly each of them. Legal custody…
Read MoreWhat You Should Do Before You File for a Collaborative Divorce
The collaborative divorce process is an amicable alternative to traditional court-litigated divorce, as it provides couples with a more peaceful and amicable way to end their marriage. While working through the collaborative divorce, each spouse needs to be committed to the process and work together towards a peaceful resolution and stay out of court. Our…
Read MoreHow to Make the Holidays a Happy Event After Divorce
Approaching the first holiday post-divorce adds a layer of complexity, making it essential to offer practical suggestions to help our clients have a happy holiday. Here are some suggestions to create happy holiday experiences: Reaching out to help others can be a healing experience from your divorce. It’s “better to give than receive.” It’s very…
Read MoreHow to Create a Parenting Plan to Help Your Children Through Divorce
Navigating divorce while prioritizing your children’s well-being can be challenging. Collaborative divorce provides a supportive approach to creating a parenting plan that serves your children’s best interests. Here, we’ll explore essential tips for crafting a successful parenting plan during divorce, emphasizing communication, collaboration, and your children’s welfare. Child-centric approach. Child specialists and mental health experts…
Read MoreWhat Are Some Top Tips When Children Are Involved in a Divorce?
Divorce is a challenging journey, especially when children are involved. At LACFLA, we understand the importance of making this transition as smooth as possible. Here are some invaluable tips to consider when children are part of the divorce equation. Prioritize communication by keeping discussions open and honest Keep the lines of dialogue respectful and focused…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About a Reverse Mortgage
In divorce’s intricate landscape, reverse mortgages emerge as a financial tool warranting consideration for couples utilizing the collaborative divorce process. This article will explain what reverse mortgages are and how they can smoothly fit into the collaborative divorce process. Think of it as Reverse Mortgage 101. Grasping the essence of reverse mortgages Picture a scenario…
Read MoreOvercoming the Challenges of Co-Parenting After Divorce
Choosing a divorce method that encourages collaboration and avoids litigation can lay a strong foundation for effective co-parenting. Here are some important insights to guide you: Choose a Non-Adversarial Divorce Method Opting for alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation or collaborative divorce can help you avoid court and minimize conflict. These processes focus on open…
Read MoreShould You Keep Your Family Home After Divorce
Deciding whether to hang on to the family home after a divorce is a big decision, and it is not straightforward. It depends on many different factors. Here are a few thoughts to consider when trying to determine your options for the family home when divorcing: Emotional ties: The family home might have sentimental value,…
Read MoreFern Salka is awarded the Eureka Award!
CPCal’s Eureka Award recognizes and honors those who have made significant contributions and demonstrated an abiding dedication to establishing and sustaining Collaborative Practice in California. Fern is very deserving of this prestigious award! Congratulations, Fern!
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