How Do Job Losses Impact Spousal and Child Support?

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Lost your primary income source or job because of the pandemic? You aren’t alone. Over 20M jobs were lost and some businesses have shut down leaving household finances reeling. Many folks are worried about keeping up with their spousal support and child support obligations.   Here are a few things to remember if you experience problems keeping up:   Support obligations are…

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Tips On Getting Through the Holidays When You Are Divorced

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Divorce is messy, and it often leaves a family feeling broken – such a tragedy, especially when it happens during the holiday season, and you are left to pick up the pieces and move forward the best way you can. But, when you and your spouse utilize the collaborative divorce process, you will have the…

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Why You Should Go to Therapy When Going Through a Divorce?

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Divorcing brings up so many emotions, from excitement to fear, from confidence to feeling lost, and so many other feelings in between. It’s hard to sort them out on your own. When we first meet with our potential clients, we share that each person, including the children, has access to a mental health professional when…

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Bill and Melinda Gates’ Divorce: Long-Term Marriage and Business Interests

Intro by Shawn Skillin, Esq. If you are considering divorce and have been married for more than 10 years (a long-term marriage in California) or have business interests that you are concerned about. This blog from Cage & Miles addresses “permanent” spousal support and the division of a business in the context of the Bill…

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The Importance of a Mental Health Professional in a Divorce

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When you finally make the difficult decision to dissolve your marriage, your mind is likely going a mile a minute, and your emotional wellbeing is extremely compromised. This unhealthy combination can increase the chance of you experiencing depression and anxiety. When you utilize the collaborative divorce process, you are supported by a team of professionals…

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When Going Through A Divorce Who’s Responsible for Your Children’s College Education? – Join Us for Divorce Options San Diego Workshop, September 18

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Your child’s college education is an important part of your divorce process. It is one of the many financial aspects that need to be discussed with your collaborative divorce team.  Join us on September 18 to learn what steps you should take to help pay for your child’s college education. Learn more about our workshops…

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How Does a Financial Neutral Help in Your Divorce?

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We all agree that divorce can be a crushing process. There are many To-Do items, emotional triggers, and financial decisions to consider. It can be overwhelming at times. But did you know that when you use the collaborative divorce process, you will have a team of experts at your disposal who can help you navigate…

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