Category Archives: Family
Effective Co-Parenting
Divorce is never easy, but one thing you’re determined to do is co-parent in a way that demonstrates to your children that they are loved and valued by each parent, despite the split. For some families that sounds like a Herculean goal, but the truth is, it can be done with some simple adjustments… Read More »
Dating During Divorce
If you are going through a divorce, you may start to think about dating someone new. There are good reasons to move forward with this idea under certain circumstances, although there are also some major perils, as well. Is dating during divorce the right move for you? Think it Through While it’s possible to… Read More »
The Aftermath of Infidelity and Divorce
When one person has an affair and a couple decides the only thing to do is split up, there are emotional costs on all sides! Don’t fool yourself into thinking that anyone gets off easily in these situations. The Deceived For the person who was deceived in their marriage by a cheating partner, the… Read More »
Healing After Divorce
If just thinking about your divorce brings on pangs of despair, you’re not alone. There are many people for whom divorce causes serious agony. But the pain doesn’t last forever; you will be okay. Here are some things that may help get you through it: Acknowledge that the intensity of what you’re feeling will… Read More »
Building Resilience in Children of Divorce
When parents decide that they want to divorce, one of the most difficult aspects of the split revolves around the children. In addition to figuring out custody, visitation, and child support matters, parents have another huge concern: how will a divorce impact the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of the kids? Building Resilience There… Read More »
Do Higher-earning Women Wind Up Divorced?
We’ve all heard about factors that increase the risk of divorce: lower socioeconomic status, marital infidelity, and domestic violence are three of the biggies. We’ve even heard that diminishing levels of intimacy and empty nesting can play a huge part in marital dissatisfaction. But it may surprise many to learn that there is another… Read More »
Men Wishing to Divorce a Partner Who is Guilty of Domestic Violence
While some may have a hard time believing that men can be the victims of domestic violence, the family law attorneys at the Courtney & Mills know that what happens behind closed doors in someone’s home can sometimes be startling. It’s not difficult to believe domestic violence (DV) occurs against men, especially considering some… Read More »
The Post-Election Surge in Divorces
‘Til death—or political differences—do us part! That’s what some couples are finding now that the 2024 election results are in, and their partners saw the political sphere in a wholly different light, making a happy union impossible to achieve or maintain. What’s behind the increase in divorce filings? Severing Ties For couples who are… Read More »
Do You Really Want a Divorce?
If you are seriously considering telling your spouse that you want a divorce, it may be worthwhile to do a little more reflection. Mental health worker Mandy Kloppers has come up with a series of questions that can help you hone in on the right decision for you. The Questions Questions cover feelings going… Read More »
Help! My Ex Won’t Pay Child Support!
Divorce can be tough, especially if one partner feels like they are getting the shaft. Trying to come up with a way to live comfortably in two separate locations on the same amount of money you’ve always had is definitely a challenge. Nevertheless, the non-custodial and/or higher earning individual does have a financial responsibility… Read More »
