The Importance of Self-Care for Divorced Dads

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Working thru the divorce process is never easy, and it takes a toll on all involved. Many times during a separation we are solely focused on “getting it over and finalized” and do not worry about the personal, emotional and physical collateral damage it leaves behind. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Establishing…

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Collaborative Practice San Diego Announces New Board Members

March 14, 2019 – Collaborative Practice San Diego Announces New Board Members Excerpt –  San Diego, CA — (SBWIRE) — 03/14/2019 — “I was honored to serve as President for Collaborative Practice San Diego during the 2018 term. Members of this group are caring professionals, eager to work together and facilitate the divorce process as amicably as…

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5 Types of Married Couples

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Married couples have been sorted into 5 basic types according to the way they interact. The types were identified by Harold Raush, author of Communication, Conflict and Marriage,  and John Gottman, PhD of the Gottman Institute and the well-known “Love Lab.” Here are the 5 types of married couples as indicated by Raush and Gottman:…

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What Does The Court Evaluate Concerning Parental Relocations?

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The guiding principle which is going to determine whether or not the court approves a parental relocation is if the move is within the best interest of the child. The court of law will consider these: Reason for move Age of child Educational, psychological, and religious needs of child Proximity of new location to other…

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Valentine’s Day During Divorce

Valentine’s Day is an occasion to experience and share love.  But what if you’re thinking about divorce, in the middle of divorce, or recently divorced?  What does Valentine’s Day mean to you? You might be uncertain of how you feel and that’s OK.  It might be just another day, memories – good or bad –…

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Do I Have to Leave or Sell the House When We Divorce?

By Lynn Waldman and Shawn Skillin Many clients ask us if they have to leave or sell their home when they get a divorce. The answer is not always clear! It’s complicated, so there are many factors that we consider when we are advising our clients how to handle the family home. Here are a few…

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