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 you want to preserve and keep intact what you can, but you are not sure how to make this happen. Have you considered the collaborative divorce process? The collaborative divorce process is a non-adversarial process between two spouses. Both agree to stay out of court and come together with the…
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If you are going through a divorce it’s important to understand how a financial specialist can help you. Join us on March 6 to learn how important a financial specialist is to your divorce. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP here.
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February is the month of love. Do you have concern about divorce process? Collaborative San Diego can help you, contact us today at (858) 472-4022 to schedule a consultation! But what if love is lost? What if instead of falling in love, or being in love, you are facing the end of love or the transition from marriage to divorce? That makes the month of February pretty lonely and painful. Divorce is a significant life transition, full of anxiety-producing unknowns such as: Where will I live? How much money will I have? Will my children be ok? Will I ever…
Read More →By Shawn Skillin, Esquire ShawnSkillinLaw.com Divorce is a big, huge, significant, and stressful life transition. It’s not a transition that most people plan for. Whether you asked for the divorce yourself or were surprised by a request for a divorce from your spouse there is change ahead and change produces stress and anxiety. You may not be sleeping well, eating well or thinking clearly. Many clients describe themselves as less productive at work, forgetful and feeling as if they living in a fog. How do you make important life decisions when you are experiencing all of these things. Five Tips…
Read More →Deciding what to do with your home during your divorce can be difficult. But, with the right help, you can make the right decisions about your family’s home. Join us on February 6 to gain a better understanding of how divorce affects your mortgage. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP here.
Read More →Tired of the same old grind? Want to infuse your practice with new Conflict Resolution Skills and a new outlook? Try Divorce Mediation! Family Resolution Institute is holding its next Divorce Mediation Training starting Wednesday, February 3, 2021. This will be a virtual training, taking place on Zoom over 8 half days throughout the month of February. February 3-5, 10-11 & 18-20 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm each day (all times are PST). Click here for more information and to Register: Upcoming Live Training This is a fun, interactive, immersive, multi-media training rooted in a practical application through role-playing…
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Sometimes with a new year comes divorce. Though you may or may not have been expecting it, it can be hard. Talking with a professional can help you gain clarity on what steps you should take. Join us on January 16 to learn tips on how to help you through your divorce in a more peaceful manner. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP here.
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The divorce process has so many moving and evolving parts. Our clients are often not only concerned with how their family will be emotionally impacted, but they are also interested in learning how their financial landscape will change, especially their home mortgage. One of the first financial questions we get asked is how their mortgage will be impacted. For many couples, their home is their most significant asset, even if there is no great deal of equity built-in. Here are some things to consider and have on hand when beginning to discuss how your mortgage will be impacted: Have an…
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For children who are part of a family where divorce has occurred, the holidays are filled with many emotions and may be hard to navigate through. Here are some suggestions to help your children get through the holiday season: Don’t ignore the emotions that they are feeling due to the divorce Be willing to listen without judgment Don’t speak negatively about your ex in front of your kids Discuss holiday plans without your children in earshot If you and your Ex are on good terms, consider inviting your ex to an event where the family can enjoy the holidays together…
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When you are in the middle of getting divorced and have kids, if you are not careful, they can have a stressful holiday vacation. It is not healthy for a child to be thrust into the middle of a divorce and forced to pick sides or choose who they stay with during the Thanksgiving and Christmas vacations. But, when you choose the collaborative divorce process, you and your spouse will work through the holiday vacation plan together, each working to stay out of court and work in a way that keeps your children’s well-being in mind. During a collaborative divorce,…
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