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Why Mediation Works – Save Your Time, Money & Focus On The Future
Divorce is an anxiety-provoking process. There are many unknowns and the prospect of going to court and talking about your personal issues and finances is often terrifying for most people. However, you do not have to go to court to get divorced in California. In fact, many couples never set foot in court. With Collaborative…
Read More10 Most Common Questions in Divorce and Other Stuff Everyone Should Know
#1 Where do I start? Anyone who is contemplating divorce or who has been asked for a divorce, is usually overwhelmed. How do you wrap up a marriage? How do you take a family apart? Where will I live? Will I have enough money? How will the kids cope? Will I ever love again? Am…
Read MoreBill 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…
Read MoreSchaffer Family Law Group Featured on in San Diego Discover Magazine
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 in 2011 and earning her…
Read MoreDivorcing in the Month of Love
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…
Read MoreDivorce and Your Mortgage: What You Should Know – Join Us for Divorce Options San Diego Workshop, February 6
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 More3 Top Reasons That Lead to a Late-Life Divorce
Here, Collaborative Practice San Diego considers 3 top reasons why couples split after they reach age 50 and why they’re eager to have a new lease on life. They Grow Apart Even if you once shared common interests, you may suddenly discover that you have grown apart. One of the spouses may be going through…
Read MorePrenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements – What Are They?
Have you ever wondered about prenuptial or postnuptial agreements and what they actually are? You might’ve wondered whether you even need a prenuptial agreement. Or, you might be giving consideration to starting up a business and wondered if you require a postnuptial agreement to protect your property and spouse? It is nearing the end of…
Read MoreFive Unique Challenges of a “Gray Divorce”
If you are over the age of 55 and have decided that it’s time to finally end our marriage, you are not alone. In fact, you are part of the gray divorce boom. Even as divorce rates across the United States decline, your age group is bucking the trend. Baby boomers are now divorcing at…
Read MoreWhat Does The Court Evaluate Concerning Parental Relocations?
The guiding principle which is going to determine whether or not the court approves a parental relocation is if the move is within the best interest of the child. The court of law will consider these: Reason for move Age of child Educational, psychological, and religious needs of child Proximity of new location to other…
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