Collaborators Support Kids’ Turn San Diego

By CPSD Admin | May 24, 2016

Both groups share commitment to children navigating family separations Contact: Gayle Lynn Falkenthal, APR / 619-997-2495 or gayle@falconvalleygroup.com (SAN DIEGO) – More than 30 years of research continues to reveal negative effects of traditional divorce on children. Many of the 1.5 million children in the U.S. whose parents divorce every year feel as if their worlds are falling apart. Divorcing parents are usually very concerned about the welfare of their children during this troublesome process. Some parents are so worried that they remain in unhappy marriages, believing it will protect their offspring from the trauma of divorce. Among the many…

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New Technology Opens California Court System Access to All

By CPSD Admin | Apr 7, 2016

by Susan L Rapp, CFL-S California courts, including Superior Courts handling divorce, support, and child custody matters, have been severely impacted by state budget cuts. This has resulted in a reduction in family court personnel, reduced hours for filings, lengthy waits for divorce judgments to be processed, and delays in child support wage assignments being issued. Family law litigants are sometimes required to have a hearing without a court reporter or to provide a reporter at their own expense. Delays in obtaining hearing dates compound a divorcing couple’s financial and/or emotional distress particularly if there are pressing issues that cannot…

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Collaborating From Afar On Collaborative Divorce Cases

By CPSD Admin | Apr 1, 2016

by Meredith G. Lewis, CLS-F, CDFA In most Collaborative Divorce cases, the parties and professional team members reside and work in the same city, and are able to have in person meetings throughout the process. What if a situation arises when one of the parties, or even one of the chosen professional team members, lives in another city, state or country? Is a Collaborative Divorce case even possible under this scenario? Depending on the circumstances of the case, it is absolutely possible. Based on the success of a recent Collaborative case, my colleagues and team members Shawn Weber, CLS-F, Anna…

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Communication Tools for Collaborative Divorce

By CPSD Admin | Mar 22, 2016

by Tina Mears, LMFT Learning to communicate efficiently and effectively is a progression in skills, just like learning a golf swing or entertaining for 50 people. There are many moving parts and it changes depending on who is in front of you. As you go through Collaborative Divorce, communication is a key component to its success.   Yet, it is extremely difficult to achieve because of the newness of the situation and the high emotions that come with the experience. It is possible to achieve peaceful, consistent and purposeful communication with your former partner. It all begins with your mindset. Think…

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Divorce Is Not A DIY Project: CNBC.com

By CPSD Admin | Mar 10, 2016

There are websites and apps for dating. It seems inevitable there would eventually be websites and apps for getting a divorce. With 70 percent of all divorces processed without the help of an attorney in California, there are many couples looking for guidance. Simple online packages are available offering step-by-step plans for a DIY divorce. Price tags range from $749 to $3,000. Should you consider one of these packages? In a recent CNBC story, Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego member Justin Reckers, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and CEO of WellSpring Divorce Advisors, cautioned couples to…

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Myra Chack Fleischer Named Collaborative Family Law Group 2016 Board President

By CPSD Admin | Jan 6, 2016

Contact: Gayle Lynn Falkenthal, APR 619-997-2495 or gayle@falconvalleygroup.com (SAN DIEGO) – Family law attorney Myra Chack Fleischer, CFLS, has been named President of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego for the 2016 term. Fleischer is Lead Counsel for Fleischer & Ravreby, a family law practice based in Carlsbad, California, with offices in Beverly Hills, California. Founded in 2000, members of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego work together to learn, practice, and promote Collaborative Practice for problem solving and the peaceful resolution of family law issues, with an eye toward preserving the emotional, as well as…

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End of the Year Divorce Survival Tips

By CPSD Admin | Dec 28, 2015

by Julia M. Garwood, Garwood Family Law and Mediation The holidays are a time for celebration and holiday cheer. Members of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego understand that holidays can be challenging for divorcees. No need to simply try to survive them. Use these holiday survival tips to help you thrive instead of just survive the holiday season! End of the Year Survival Tip #1: Positive Thinking Positive thinking is an excellent tool to carry with you during the holiday season. It can help mend some of those emotional strains and provide you with a strong foundation…

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Top Four Reasons Why You Should Hire a Divorce Financial Specialist

By CPSD Admin | Dec 22, 2015

by Shawn Weber, CLS-F Attorney, Weber Dispute Resolution In my years as a Collaborative Divorce practitioner, folks have asked me why they should spend the money to hire a Financial Specialist as part of their divorce team. A financial specialist is an excellent resource, who can bring a neutral financial perspective to a legal process. Here are my top four reasons why it makes TONS of sense to hire a financial specialist as part of your divorce team: It’s Usually Not a Good Idea to Ask a Lawyer for Financial Advice. Most went to law school instead of getting an…

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Do You Need A Child Specialist For Your Divorce?

By CPSD Admin | Dec 16, 2015

Working with a Child Specialist through the Collaborative Divorce process can help your children move forward without lasting emotional damage. by Frann Setzer, Esq. MBA/Certified Family Law Specialist Lewis, Warren & Setzer, LLP The holidays can be a stressful time of the year, but for those going through separation or divorce that stress can be magnified. This is especially applicable for children, whose reactions to changes in holiday and family traditions may be difficult to measure. Perhaps this is the right time to add a Child Specialist to your divorce team. Along with their attorneys and a financial neutral working with…

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