A quick Google search of the words “January” and “divorce” will lead you to several articles about the spike in separations and divorces in the month of January. Whether or not January is [...]

“I want to separate”. These are often some of the most difficult words to say to someone who is your partner or spouse. What does it mean to say you have separated? Can you be separated and still [...]

Yes, there is a difference between being separated and being divorced. Separation To be separated means one person in the relationship has withdrawn from it, you and your spouse have started [...]

Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution process available to separated couples.   The parties choose an arbitrator, who then acts like a judge to make decisions for the parties.  The [...]

Throughout life, many people will encounter a family situation that calls for professional help and expertise that they do not possess.  For instance, a person may need assistance to resolve a [...]

The temperatures outside have dropped to frigid lows and perhaps you are dreaming of a sunny vacation in a southern destination.  If you are separated and have not yet travelled alone with your [...]

If you are separating from your spouse, you should review your estate plan with your lawyer and consider what adjustments should be made in light of changing family dynamics.  Below you will find [...]

As the school year draws to a close and children and parents alike are thinking about time off, summer vacation and ice cream, preparing for the next school year is probably not at the top of [...]

When negotiating a Separation Agreement, a client’s primary concern centers often around the payment of child and/or spousal support. If there is support to be paid, it is important to ensure [...]