East Bay Family Law Blog

Some things don't change after divorce if you have children

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

The process of divorce requires you to go through some major changes. Your romantic interest in your ex is over and you have to learn how to move forward with your life. You might not feel prepared to handle the challenges that are coming if you share children with your imminent ex.

Some of things that you associate with divorce might not happen if you have kids together. Being prepared for these when the process starts can help you to address them so that you are able to continue to move forward.

3 tips to reduce stress during divorce

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, October 2, 2019.

A divorce is an often complicated process for the parties involved. When you are in this position, you have to ensure that you are making the best decisions possible. Even though there are bound to be challenges, there isn't a reason for it to become a battle.

Trying to keep the divorce as calm as possible is beneficial for everyone involved. You will still feel some of the intense emotions, but you might not feel as stressed during the process. There are several things you can do if you want to encourage a relaxed divorce.

Fighting for your custody rights without hurting your kids

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

Going through California divorce will be very hard on you and your ex, as well as on the kids. In the average divorce, both parents want to maximize the amount of time they get to spend with their kids. That can often lead to bitter, contentious fighting before and during divorce proceedings.

The more intense the disagreements between you and your ex become, the harder the divorce may be on your kids. Thankfully, there are ways to advocate for your rights as a parent without doing emotional or psychological damage to your kids.

Take care of yourself when you go through a divorce

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Thursday, August 1, 2019.

A divorce is a stressful time in a person's life, but it isn't one that comes with much time to rest. You have to continue on with normal life, figure out how to meet life's needs and work through the process of legally ending the marriage. Add in the emotional challenges and you have even more difficulties.

During this time, it is imperative that you practice self-care so that you aren't in a bad spot as you embark on your single life. If you have children, they will see you taking care of yourself and know that this is important for everyone no matter what situation they have going on at the time.

Strong emotions can damage you during divorce

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, July 17, 2019.

Divorces are traumatic experiences, even if you want the divorce to happen. You need to ensure that you are taking care of yourself emotionally as you walk through the process. Not only can this reduce the stress you feel, it can also help you to have the skills and the emotional strength to rebuild your life.

There are many triggers that you might face that are unexpected. Being prepared for these situations can help you as you go through them. If the feelings are too intense, you may need to get help from a professional in the mental health field.

Child support provides stability for the children

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Friday, July 5, 2019.

Child support orders help to ensure that one parent isn't having to pay for the entire expense of raising a kid. These payments provide financial assistance for the parent who has the child the majority of the time and is meant help with necessary bills, such as ones for shelter, food and utilities.

During a divorce, a two-income home is split into two single-income homes. Even if one parent didn't work, they were home to provide childcare. Chances are good that the parent who has custody of the children will have to pay for childcare while they work. This is an added expense at a time when their income has decreased.

What to expect from divorce mediation

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.

Before your divorce case moves to litigation, you're likely to give mediation a try. Even if you're not getting along with your imminent ex-spouse, mediation is often the best way to settle your differences while saving both time and money.

Knowing what to expect from mediation will help you prepare accordingly. This starts with understanding the basic goals:

Create an equitable divorce agreement
To negotiate all details pertaining to the divorce, such as those associated with child custody and property division
To minimize hostility
To avoid the time associated with litigation
To avoid the cost associated with litigation

Divorcing? Things may get contentious

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Monday, May 6, 2019.

While many people assume that they can have a divorce that isn't contentious, there are times when exes in Antioch just can't agree on what needs to happen. In these cases, it might become necessary to go to court. This can be a rather difficult journey, but there are ways to support a less stressful experience.

Learn about the divorce process in California so that you can be prepared. You also need to be ready to handle the personal aspects of the situation.

Planning for single parents of special needs children

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

Raising a child who is medically complex is challenging even when there are two parents in the home. When you are figuring out how to do this, you need to think about various components. Even though it might seem like things will be impossible now, you do have options to assist you.

It might benefit you to take time to make your plan as early in the separation as possible. Not only can this help you to find your new normal, it gives your child a chance to make adjustments in a planned manner. This can help everyone involved minimize stress and find ways to make the new way of life in California work.

What property is separate property in a California divorce?

On behalf of Law Offices of David M. Lederman on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.

When you decide to divorce in California, you face the imminent reality of asset division with your ex. Unless you have a prenuptial agreement, chances are good that you will have to litigate the division of your assets. Fighting for a fair outcome can be particularly difficult if you don't understand the way that the courts in California classify your property and debts.

Most of the assets that you acquired in your marriage are marital property. That means they belong to both spouses and are subject to division in divorce proceedings. However, some of the assets that you own are separate property. Assets you owned prior to marriage can remain separate, as can certain assets you acquire during the marriage.