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Women’s Financial Stress: The Silent Crisis of the Sandwich Generation
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but there is an uncomfortable truth we still do not discuss enough: mental health and financial health are deeply connected. Every week, I speak

Collaborative Professional Profile – Melissa Falconi
Divorce does not have to begin with a battle. For people trying to understand their options, collaborative divorce can offer a more thoughtful path, one that focuses on support, resolution,

You Don’t Have to Choose Between Support and Strength During Divorce
When people are going through divorce, they often hear the words: “You’re so strong.” While meant as encouragement, this phrase can feel heavy — as if showing emotions, asking for

What You Should Do About Insurance Following a Divorce
Divorce can be an emotionally and financially challenging life event. In the face of the many possible adjustments divorce entails, making changes to insurance coverage may be overlooked. Here’s a

Reason Number One that Collaboration is Better than Litigation
In Litigation, you are forced to prove to the judge with evidence, all while the other side is using evidence to disprove your premise. When it comes to parenting, there

How to Prepare for a Family Law Mediation: When You Are Not Represented by an Attorney
What does it mean to be pro se? Pro se is a Latin term meaning to represent oneself in a legal proceeding. In certain circumstances, it makes sense to represent

When Marriage Starts to Feel Heavy
Most marriages don’t fall apart all at once. More often, something quieter happens first. The relationship starts to feel heavy. Not dramatic. Not explosive. Just… weighted. Conversations take more effort.

How Do Retirement Assets Factor into Property Division in a Florida Divorce?
Property division can be one of the most challenging aspects of a divorce Florida. For many couples, their retirement assets are among their most valuable assets. Retirement savings can be

Resolving Time-Sharing Conflicts: Mediation in Florida
When disagreements arise over time-sharing in Florida, families often face the prospect of lengthy and emotionally taxing legal battles. However, an alternative dispute resolution method, namely mediation, can offer a

Ten questions to ask before choosing a family lawyer
Selecting a lawyer to help you with your divorce is perhaps the most important decision you’ll make in the process of getting divorced. What are the questions to ask before

What to Expect During Your First Consultation with a Family Law Firm
When faced with a family law issue, whether it’s divorce, child custody, or adoption, seeking legal advice from a trusted family law firm is often the first step toward resolving

How Is Property Divided In A Florida Divorce?
This is one of the most important questions in a divorce. While a marriage, and its undoing, can be fraught with complex and difficult emotions, the legal process of a