Consider your divorce as a positive investment in yourself and your future. Just like any other investment in yourself, such as getting an education or getting in shape, a divorce takes time, energy, and money. In all of these instances, it’s often true you get out...
It can often be hard to tell if you are the victim of emotional abuse. Abusers are manipulative and unfortunately their repetitive behavior can become your normal. Below is a list of warning signs of emotional abuse that I see frequently in my line of work. While your...
The most intense feelings of anger and sadness during a divorce may not be directed at a spouse, but may instead be directed at yourself. You may feel frustrated that you stayed as long as you did or didn’t see the signs sooner. You may feel sadness that you...
Going through a divorce often raises issues that seem private and may be embarrassing or make you feel uncomfortable. However, holding back on these issues often prevents your lawyer from being able to do the best job on your case. Finances Clients are often...
What would your life be like if you were free from your controlling husband? Would you be able to have your friends over for a dinner party or take a cooking class? Could you finally buy that dress you’ve had your eye on? Cut your hair, take a dancing class or travel?...
My female clients often tell me they don’t want to file a legal document or testify to something in court, because they’re afraid this will make their children side with their father instead of them. My advice is always the same: if you’re being bullied, then you must...
Whether your husband has always been fairly secretive about finances, or seems to be more secretive as of late—you may be wondering if there is something he is keeping hidden from you. What is important to remember is that there are a number of reasons why your...
During a divorce, you and your spouse may become caught up in disputes about money and property. You may also have lingering feelings of anger, betrayal, and hurt. However, when it comes to custody agreements, you have to set aside your concerns, and put the...