May 30, 2021 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Joint Custody, Legal Decision-Making, Litigation, Personal Interest
When you walk into a courtroom for your divorce or custody trial, you are literally placing your future and everything that is important to you, in the hands of a stranger. The judge doesn’t know you, but over the next few hours, she/he is going to listen to your...
Dec 24, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law, Personal Interest
The holiday season is supposed to be filled with joy, celebrations, and traditions. However, for those going through a divorce, it can be a dreaded time, filled with emotional pain, stress, and loneliness. And unfortunately, there is virtually no way to avoid being...
Jun 18, 2018 | Journal Entries, Articles of Interest, Children, Co-Parenting, Parenting, Personal Interest, Shared Parenting, Single Fathers
May 31, 1985 To My Little Girl (6 months old): Since you were born, I have undergone a gradual transformation. What has changed is my entire definition of self – the way I view myself. The change is imperceptible to others. I look, dress, and act the same as I always...
May 26, 2018 | Journal Entries, Personal Interest, Uncategorized
This morning your mother had a meeting, so I brought you to my office. I packed your diaper bag, dressed you, filled the car with the necessary items, and off we went. You looked puzzled but I smiled and assured you that this would be fun. We would get along just fine...
Sep 7, 2015 | Articles of Interest, Community Property Law, Divorce, Personal Interest
A brunette with perfectly applied lipstick holds a single finger to her lips in a “shh” motion. Her beautifully manicured hands display a golden wedding band. Next to her are the words “Life is short. Have an affair.” This controversial logo represents Ashley...
Jan 11, 2014 | Choosing an Attorney, Courts, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Personal Interest, Representing Yourself
A person came into my office the other day for a “second opinion.” And he asked me this: “My attorney advised me that for my custody trial next month, I should cut my hair, trim my beard, and trade my T-shirt and jeans for a nice shirt and slacks....