One of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to divorce is how much time it will take. Most of the time, the people who are wondering that question are facing this process without a clear idea of what to expect; they may not have been through divorce before, and may not have had close friends or family members who have either.
Divorce is one of the most difficult transitions that any family can navigate. Many people who are facing the prospect of divorce find themselves overwhelmed, scared, stressed out, and completely unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone if you are feeling those things!
Divorce can be an overwhelming prospect for couples who are facing a change in their relationship. Just because a marriage is going through transition or experiencing conflict does not necessarily mean that the relationship needs to end, or has no positive future.
Read ArticleOne thing we have seen time and time again when observing divorcing couples is that often while parents bicker and litigate about what the “best interests of the child” are, they don't actually pay much attention to what is important (and not important) to the kids themselves.
Read ArticlePrenups get a bad rap. This is unfortunate, as many couples head to marriage without the benefit of this milestone in their relationship that can help to bring them closer today, and head off trouble in the future.
Read ArticleAt New Leaf Family, we have re-thought the family law process from beginning to end to align with our clients’ values. We help our clients make better decisions, reduce conflict, and improve outcomes, all with a billing plan that is reasonable, predictable, and structured in a way to incentivize our client, and the New Leaf Family team to work towards the best resolutions chosen by the client.
Read ArticleSignificant life changes, including but not limited to divorce, activate our “fight or flight” responses and trigger a range of emotions, many of them very unpleasant. It’s important to address the understandable mental health aspects of this in the present. At the same time, it’s also important to start mapping out aspects of your future. It can seem daunting to think about where you’re headed when you’re in the midst of difficult times, but it is these times in particular that provide opportunities for growth like none other.
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