Learning How to Cope with Your Divorce – Join Us for Divorce Options San Diego Workshop, May 1

Apr 14, 2021
couple talking with therapist

Going through a divorce is a difficult transition.  Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Join us on May 1 to find out what you can do to get through your divorce. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP here.

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Financially Preparing for Divorce

Apr 7, 2021
woman going through financial records

Getting a divorce is stressful both emotionally and financially. There is no doubt about it! There are so many “plates” to keep spinning at the same time, but did you know when you use a collaborative divorce process, you and your spouse are surrounded by a team of experts that…

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Schaffer Family Law Group Featured on in San Diego Discover Magazine

Mar 28, 2021

What an honor it was for Leslie Ryland’s firm, Schaffer Family Law Group, to recently be featured on the cover of the San Diego Discover Magazine. In the article, the firm’s founder Sarah Schaffer spoke in detail about California family law’s myriad aspects and issues. She discussed creating her firm…

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Divorce and Your Children’s Emotional Health – Join Us for Divorce Options San Diego Workshop, April 3

Mar 18, 2021
daughter sitting on moms lap playing patty cake

Going through a divorce is difficult, especially when children are involved.  With professional help, you will be able to help your kids through your divorce. Join us on April 3 to learn tips on how you can help your children through your divorce. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP…

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Spring Cleaning – Does That Include Your Marriage?

Mar 16, 2021

By: Shawn D. Skillin, Collaborative Family Law Attorney and Mediator After 24 years as a Divorce Attorney, I have noticed some patterns emerge in my practice. They have evolved a little over the years as we’ve trudged through recessions and a pandemic. But the current trend seems to hold.  Spring…

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Divorce and Your Finances

Mar 3, 2021
divorce attorney

Divorce is often the biggest financial transaction of your life. What to do with the house? How to divide retirement accounts?  What about college? How to pay the bills?  Divorce often results in a decreased standard of living for everyone involved, at least for the short term.  In addition, you…

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Collaborative Practice San Diego’s Board Choose Committee Members

Feb 24, 2021

On January 27th, Collaborative Practice San Diego held its first Board meeting of 2021 to plan for the coming months. There is no doubt that 2020 challenged all of us in ways we never thought was possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are honored to say that we made…

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Committee Chairs Appointed for the 2021 IACP Event

Feb 22, 2021

On January 27th, Collaborative Practice San Diego held its first Board meeting of 2021 to plan for the coming months. There is no doubt that 2020 challenged all of us in ways we never thought was possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are honored to say that we made…

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Don’t Let Divorce Ruin Your Life!

Feb 17, 2021

By Shawn D. Skillin, Esq. Lynn Waldman, LCSW, Counselor and Divorce Coach recently published a Blog entitled “Is Divorce Ruining Your Life.”  In my experience as a Divorce Attorney, this is a sentiment frequently expressed by clients, even the ones that want the divorce to begin with. In her blog,…

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Child Custody in a Collaborative Divorce

Feb 10, 2021

2020 was a trying year. One thing that may stood out to you the most is the need to begin the divorce process. And with that decision, your children are part of your decision to seek a marital dissolution. Your children are the best part of your marital journey, and…

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