Although I am a longtime litigator, in my opinion mediating a family law matter is often the better option in todays family law environment. Here are some reasons why:

Divorces, while occasionally amicable, are most often difficult experiences that can inflict a heavy emotional toll. While many people are expecting to go through all of that, few anticipate the additional unexpected costs from a divorce that go beyond the division of property, alimony, child support and other expenses we usually associate with it.

Though this question may seem straightforward, what legally constitutes an ex who has parental rights has become broader over time. Here are some of the finer details of how the law sees parental rights in different situations.

The engagement period of a romance is a beautiful time, one filled with expectation and high hopes. But before you get swept away by romance, it is important to consider how you want property and assets handled in the future especially if things go wrong.