Joint Custody of a Pet

Is It Possible to Have Joint Custody of a Pet?

Lots of people with pets will gladly tell you that they consider their pets to be members of their families. And as such, when couples with pets split up, it is increasingly common for them to seek shared custody of their pets – similar to custody arrangements for children. Some of these couples have learned, however, that even though they …

Mediation

Mediation – An Alternative Approach

Many times couples who are divorcing are looking for a method of resolving their disputes that offers an alternative to having a court decide such important matters as time-sharing, child support and alimony.  Even if there are major points of contention, these often can be resolved through mediation. In Florida, most courts require that the parties go to mediation before …

Post-Divorce Counseling – Why Everyone Can Benefit

Let’s assume your divorce has been final for some time.  You have a parenting plan in place for the children, but for some reason you and your ex are still arguing over details. There can be great benefit from counseling post-divorce to learn to navigate the waters of being The Ex.  Sometimes divorced couples get counseling together to learn to …

Difficult Divorce

Difficult Divorce: It Doesn’t Need To Be

So You’re Ready to End Your Marriage It’s just not working. You know it; your spouse knows it. Your friends know it. The time has come to do something about it. You don’t want an emotional, hateful, negative experience. You want to remember the good things and end it the same way you started it. Friendly. Amicable. How? In Florida, …