Most people are given one piece of solid advice when they divorce: get a good lawyer. There are many law firms in Orange County, but finding an attorney that specializes in family law and that is experienced and credible is extremely important. Many people in relationships don't control finances at …
The Post-Divorce Rebound
We've all heard of the breakup rebound. No one wants to be "a rebound" and most people think you should stay away from making that type of "mistake." Most divorce experts will tell you to stay away from people you're interested in and refrain from dating or one night stands when you first split. …
Dating Mistakes Post-Divorce
Dating post-divorce is always a discussed topic. People often feel alone and they think they're the only people dating over 40. Obviously, that's not true. More than half the marriages in the nation won't last, and more than 75% in California won't last. So if you're older, single and dating in …
A New Way to Cope
You can find thousands of articles and books on how to cope with a divorce. Everyone knows a divorce or separation can be difficult, but everyone handles it differently and no one can tell you exactly how best to deal with the transition. Author Pamela Dussault recently shared that discovering who …
The Darkness Before the Dawn
Your marriage is clearly ending. Your relationship is obviously over, and you both agree that divorce or separation is the only option. However, you have children and decide to try to make things as smooth as possible. So you both think that unlike many divorces, yours won't be messy. You'll …
How to Divorce and Keep Costs Down
Most people can't really understand why divorce is so expensive until they've gone through it. There are many unforeseen expenses related to a separation or divorce that can hit you by surprise. The end of a marriage can cost a few thousand dollars or a few hundred thousand dollars... so be careful. …
Infidelity and the Courts
So, you have now made the gut-wrenching decision to file for dissolution of marriage upon learning that your spouse has been having an affair. To you, it matters not that it was an email fling or it was a full physical relationship. Your trust is broken. You are upset and hurt. You have minor …
Finding Love Post-Divorce
Finding the "one" is not easy, but what if you thought you found the "one" but you were wrong and now you're trying again? That can be even harder. Going through a divorce or separation and then trying to date again is rarely easy. Even in a place like California with tons of romantic date spots, …