The issue of spousal support is always a part of any divorce case or mediation. The circumstances for an award of spousal support are evaluated individually and there is no automatic dollar determined for each person. The process of calculating spousal support is a process of weighing specific factors, which are provided in Family Law […]
What is a Legal Separation?
In California, there are three ways to end a marriage: divorce, legal separation, and annulment. At Peace Talks we want you to know your options and we will focus on legal separation in this article. The process for a legal separation is similar to filing for a divorce, but there are some distinct considerations you […]
Writing Effective Emails during Divorce – The BIFF Method
During the period of a peaceful divorce and emotional confusion, we sometimes say and write things to our partners that are offensive and inappropriate. Instead of clearly communicating our thoughts and calming down the situation, we respond with critical, judgmental words that inflame passions and throw fuel on the fire. Mr. Bill Eddy, LCSW and […]
What is a Parenting Plan and Why Do You Need One?
If you are considering getting divorced or separated and have children, you need to familiarize yourself with a parenting plan. A parenting plan describes how decisions concerning your child will be made – decisions such as determining when your child will be with each parent. Additionally, it involves the legal custody determination, a time-sharing schedule, […]
Are Your Kids In The Middle In Your Divorce?
We know that divorce is a very difficult life passage. Many spouses who go through divorce are so blinded by their pain, guilt, frustration, anger… you fill in the rest of the adjectives… that they have very little energy or focus to recognize that their children are the potential collateral damage of their divorce “wars”. […]
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