Pets are an integral part of our families, and a source of love and comfort to children and adults alike. Unfortunately, the courts don’t see pets at family members, rather they are seen as property, just like a lamp or a TV. Fortunately, when I work with clients in a Collaborative Divorce, we can talk
A pre-nuptial agreement is an agreement signed before a marriage, whereas a post-nuptial agreement is signed after a marriage. There is a negative connotation when one talks about pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. I like to think of pre-nuptial agreements as a healthy part of pre-marriage planning, especially if the parties create an agreement using the
During the Washington Stay-at Home order, I am currently consulting/meeting with clients via Zoom online meetings, or by phone. It is difficult to be contemplating or going through a family law dispute, separation or divorce while we are all stuck in the house. I can help by answering any questions you may have, even if
When I first started working as a divorce attorney, I was so confused at the way traditional divorce court works; it didn’t make any sense why people are pitted against each other, to say bad things about the other person just to “win.” It felt extremely destructive me, but I didn’t know there were other
Some of my most valued and learned colleagues have written some excellent books for divorcing parents, parenting, and step parenting which I highly recommend. I have worked extensively with Karen Bonnell and Kristen Little over the years I have been practicing Collaborative Divorce, and I cannot speak highly enough about them. Luckily, I have the
How to Choose a Collaborative Family Law Attorney I receive many phone calls and emails from potential clients saying they wish to work through their disputes in the Collaborative Law process. I start asking questions. Do they mean “collaborative” in the plain sense of the word? Do they mean true Collaborative Process? Similarly, I frequently
My Colleagues, Karen Bonnell and Kristin Little have written this excellent rescource for parents who are divorcing or separating. If you have kids and are divorcing PLEASE read this book…I cannot recommend it highly enough. Karen Bonnell is a highly skilled co-parenting counselor and understands what a challenging time divorce can be for parents like
