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11/14/20
Four Tips for Keeping the Family Peace this Holiday Season During the PandemicThe holiday season can be stressful under normal circumstances. But this year, the pandemic brings additional challenges. How will we spend time with family members and other loved ones this holiday season? Arguments can easily erupt when family members have very different opinions about how to keep themselves and loved ones safe from the virus. For example, perhaps you traditionally host the holidays, but your...Read More11/6/20
These Types of Marital Assets are Often Overlooked in DivorceDivorcing spouses typically obtain or exchange information about each other’s incomes, assets, and debts acquired during the marriage. This process, called “discovery,” typically includes exchanging documents that include bank and other account statements, credit card statements, and employment records. Accurate values for assets like a home, business, or retirement plan, however, might require outside professionals like appraisers or accountants. While you might be familiar with...Read More10/31/20
This Life Lesson Transformed My CareerI always knew I wanted to be a lawyer. I just didn’t hadn’t really known It turned out that law school was a natural fit with my love of reading, learning, writing, and analytical way of thinking. But after law school, I was not prepared for the stress of working as an associate in a multinational law firm. Deadlines, billing pressures, corporate client demands,...Read More10/23/20
Why It’s Important to Protect Your Child if Your Spouse is an AlcoholicScary statistics For young children, growing up in a household with an alcoholic can shape the rest of their lives. Sadly, they often have to grow up quickly and take on adult roles and caretaker responsibilities. Children of alcoholics can also eventually develop substance abuse issues themselves. Having an alcoholic parent can seriously affect children psychologically, emotionally, and biologically. Children of alcoholics often experience difficult...Read More10/16/20
Should you Move Out of the Marital Home When You Decide to Divorce?When you and your spouse decide to divorce, it can be difficult to remain together in the marital home. Young kids, in particular, can often sense the discord or hostility between you and your spouse. Even if there is no outright shouting or arguing, it’s common for kids to sense coldness or distance between the two of you. Before making the decision to move out...Read More10/9/20
Five Tips for Keeping the Peace at HomeDo spousal spats or sibling squabbles at home take their toll on you and your family? If so, you’re not alone. Most all families argue, some more than others. The 1. Timing is everything. Research shows the biggest fights happen during transitions from work to home schedules, often between 6 and 8 p.m., or getting the kids off to school. The lesson? Wait until everyone...Read More10/2/20
3 Powerful Ways to Get a Yes in Your Next NegotiationWhen we want to sell someone on a position or idea, we often focus our efforts on what we can say to convince the other person. But the real power of influence in negotiation is this. Focus more on what we can learn about the other person first. After all, people are more likely to give you what you want when they like and trust you...Read More9/25/20
Do You Really Need a Lawyer to Handle Your New Jersey Divorce?If you’re like many people considering divorce, you might be leery about getting lawyers involved. After all, it’s a common belief that lawyers mean fighting and expensive legal fees. As a family lawyer now for over 20 years, unfortunately, I know of many divorce lawyers who are needlessly aggressive and overpriced. Which is really a shame. Because just when you’re most vulnerable is when you...Read More9/18/20
Powerful Co-Parenting Checklist to Ease Divorce Transition for KidsNo doubt about it – divorce is a topsy-turvy crazy emotional time – for kids and parents alike. And trying to be a good parent when you’re at your worst can be overwhelming and exhausting. As both a child of divorce and a family lawyer for over 20 years, I want to help make things even just a bit easier for parents struggling emotionally with...Read More9/11/20
Three Simple Steps to Calm Your Emotions During ConflictThink of a time when a conversation suddenly turns heated. Perhaps a co-worker makes a derogatory comment to you in front of colleagues. Or a close friend neglects to call you on your birthday. Or your spouse nags and criticizes you. When you have a strong interest in maintaining harmony or strengthening an important relationship, managing your emotions can make all the difference. When conflicts...Read More