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When Your Co-Parent Is Not Peaceful

By Jennifer Gardella / May 6, 2025

High-conflict co-parenting usually includes refusing to communicate, constantly disagreeing, and ignoring plans and even court orders. Such behavior can negatively impact children and should be minimized where possible. If you suspect your co-parent is emotionally or physically abusive or is engaging in unsafe behavior around the children, take legal action immediately to protect them. If…

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Mediation in a High-Conflict Divorce

By Jennifer Gardella / February 25, 2025

A high-conflict divorce – one in which emotions run high and you can’t seem to see eye-to-eye on anything – can still be mediated. In fact, if you are not getting along at all, mediation may be an excellent choice as it will keep your legal bills in check. When emotions run high and both…

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How to Avoid a Lengthy Divorce

By Jennifer Gardella / December 20, 2024

The first step to avoiding a protracted, lengthy divorce is to stay out of court. Litigation is expensive, emotionally draining, and can drag on for years because the family courts are overwhelmed by cases. Litigation involves multiple trips to the courtroom, and each one may have to be scheduled many months apart to find room…

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