Why I Believe In Collaborative Divorce

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By Scott Levin I was collaboratively trained in 2013 after I heard about it while I was in a training session in LA for mediation and a couple of people were talking about it. The experience I had training for collaborative was interesting and there were a lot of people at the training. During the…

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Can You Refinance Your Home After Divorce?

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Divorce can raise a lot of questions, especially when it comes to your home. One of the big ones is: Can you refinance your home after a divorce? The answer is yes, but there are a few essential things to remember. Refinancing is often necessary if one spouse is planning to keep the house. It…

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Tips for Divorcing with Children

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Divorcing with children is always challenging, regardless of their age. However, there are ways to make the process easier for everyone involved. As collaborative divorce professionals, we’ve seen how a cooperative approach can significantly improve family outcomes in the long term. The key is keeping your children’s well-being at the center of every decision and…

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How to Financially Recover After Divorce

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Going through a divorce is challenging, both emotionally and financially. As collaborative divorce professionals, we have seen how this process can be smoother and more amicable than a court-litigated divorce. The key is working with a neutral financial mediator to divide assets, review your financial portfolio and suggest your options for the future. Being honest…

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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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How to Start Over After Divorce

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Life after divorce may initially feel like an ending, but it’s also a powerful opportunity to start over. If you’re navigating this new chapter, consider taking these steps to rediscover your strength and embrace this new chapter in your book of life. Discovering what brings you joy and helps you take the following steps in…

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Who Will Your Kids Spend Their Summer Vacation with After Divorce?

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That is a very good question to ask and plan for when you are in the throes of divorce. When you and your spouse are divorcing, the emotional stakes are high, and when you have children, those stakes are even higher. One of the most important considerations in crafting your child custody agreement is prioritizing…

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Who Gets the Pet After Divorce?

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While most couples anticipate dividing their shared financial assets and working through a child custody plan, many overlook the fact pet custody is also a crucial aspect that requires a discussion and create custody options that will be agreeable to both partners. When a married couple opts for the collaborative divorce process, spouses will often…

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Divorce and Taxes: Who Gets to Claim the Kids?

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Understanding tax implications due to your divorce can be confusing. When you choose the collaborative divorce process or mediation, you and your spouse will work with a team of divorce professionals, specifically a financial neutral or mediator who can help you and your ex navigate the huge ocean of taxes. One common question my clients…

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