A Handbook Of Divorce And Custody

"Your divorce doesn't have to damage your children..., " Stahl assures, " ... especially if you limit your children's exposure to your conflicts." He knows parents are not perfect, and he uses that knowledge to show imperfect parents how to settle their differences in the best interests of the children. This revised and updated second edition features ideas from the latest research, more information on long-distance parenting, dealing with the courts, and working with a difficult co-parent. A realistic perspective on divorce and its effects on children, Parenting After Divorce features knowledgeable advice from an expert custody evaluator. Packed with real-world examples, this book avoids idealistic assumptions, and offers practical help for divorcing parents, custody evaluators, family court counselors, marriage and family therapists and others interested in the best interests of the children.

The Handbook of Divorce and Custody brings together mental health professionals and forensic specialists dedicated to working in the legal arena with families in crisis. Section I provides the individual perspectives of experienced clinicians, all of whom share a psychodynamic and developmental purview, and supplements their accounts with the viewpoints of a lawyer and a judge. Section II examines parental psychopathology, which is often at the root of family conflict and turmoil. Section III deals with the nature and extent of the state's potential involvement with the family, from ensuring parents' rights to raise their children to identifying those circumstances that justify the termination of parental rights. The remaining three sections follow the progressive issues engaged by divorcing families as they work their way through the legal system: forensic evaluation, post-divorce legal arrangements, and the emotional aftermath of divorce, including indications for various types of therapeutic intervention. Through the Handbook, contributors pay special attention to a set of core issues that underlie - and complicate - the evaluations, recommendations, and judicial determinations that enter into the divorce/custody process. Specifically, they focus on the inherent conflict between the family's right to privacy and the state's commitment to the best interest of children; the increasingly uncertain question of what constitutes a family and who has the right to legal standing; the problematic role of fathers in the lives of their children; the nature of the evaluation process and the role of the forensic expert in a "good enough" evaluation; the important differences between the role of therapist and the role of evaluator; and, finally, the impact of divorce itself on the lives of today's children.

Since its first publication in 1982, The Divorce Handbook has sold over 200,000 copies. In this new and fully revised edition, specialist in family law James T. Friedman covers, in an easy-to-use question-and-answer format, all the issues involved in negotiating a separation and divorce--how to choose a lawyer; how to arrange child custody, support, and visitation; how to prevent financial hide-and-seek; what to expect of the divorce proceedings themselves; and what to do if the divorce goes to trial. This revised edition addresses current trends in such areas as divorce law, alimony, property division, shared parenting, and visitation; it includes an expanded section of checklists, schedules, and guides for reconciliation and child support, as well as attorney retainer agreements, asset/liability worksheets, and more. The American Bar Association has called The Divorce Handbook "a welcome breath of fresh air in an otherwise stifling atmosphere created by a virtual avalanche of books about divorce." The revised edition of The Divorce Handbook is your best guide through the traumatic and painful business of divorce, and will be an essential resource for years to come.

This new and comprehensive book will give you exactly what you need to understand and comply with the law. It provides an overview of the provisions for the new Bankruptcy Reform Act including new sanctions provisions in Chapter 7 cases; regulation of attorneys as debt relief agencies; heightened requirements for reaffirmation agreements.

CHILD CUSTODY MADE SIMPLE is an indispensable guide to the strange, sometimes bewildering world of family courts. Written in clear, simple language, it answers many questions posed by separated, divorced, and never-married parents. Packed with expert tips and techniques, this informative book unlocks the secrets of family law, and shows you how to succeed in the brave new world of single parenting.

This updated sixth edition reflects the most recent changes in family law in Florida. It offers an overview of the divorce process, introduces the basic vocabulary and legal concepts associated with divorce, and familarizes you with what to expect if you are planning to divorce in Florida or if you are already divorced and have questions about your rights. Property division and child custody are outlined in separate chapters. Special topics include the mediation process, financial affidavit preparation and tax aspects of divorce. This book also covers the simplified dissolution of marriage procedure, which allows couples who have no children or property disputes to file for divorce without an attorney.

The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook decodes the basics of divorce empowering you with tools and tips to ease the legal process and support you throughout the journey. In addition to content about the divorce steps, custody, economic support and asset division, this useful handbook covers topics such as attorney selection, the don'ts list, negotiations and international considerations. Along with its to-the-point chapters, Cardelus' primer includes links to articles, lawyer directories and useful websites. The book also provides a variety of email templates to organize communications with your lawyer. Concise, practical, easy and based on extensive research, The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook provides invaluable pointers about divorce in the United States, including when two states or countries could possibly hear a case. Comments from our Beta Reviewers: "This book details the process so epically! It's a no-nonsense guide to get divorced in the most reasonable and efficient way possible!" -- Ph.D. and Counselor "A short read loaded with useful pointers." -- Single parent "Nicely written, a great primer for those thinking about starting the legal process." -- Award Winning Family Law Attorney A Note to Help Prospective Readers The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook does not detail state regulations. Instead, it highlights key nuggets of information that will ease your legal journey irrespective of your state. From time to time, reference is made to the process in Texas, as an example. The book is most useful if you are considering to hire a lawyer. The No-nonsense Divorce Handbook is a great resource to know, at a high level and with a healthy amount of detail, what to expect and what to avoid. The handbook is not focused in the emotional journey, however, it includes key pointers on the topic. Although praised by lawyers and counselors, this book was not written by one of those professionals. The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook does not substitute the advice of a competent lawyer or specialist. Within the book, the author shares why hiring a lawyer is paramount. About the Author Camille Cardelus is the pen name of the author. In her day-to-day, Camille holds a senior management and negotiations position within a Fortune 500 company. Due to her complicated divorce, she had to become extremely familiar with the divorce process, particularly as it relates to its international implications. Her first book, The No-Nonsense Divorce Handbook: A primer for busy parents, started as a compilation to share her research with other parents. Her pages were later reviewed by award-winning lawyers to become a published work. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. The No-nonsense Divorce Handbook Chapter 1 THE DON'TS LIST We can all mess things up... We start with the basic pointers that, irrespective of how much you know about divorce, will be important throughout the process. * Don't assume that divorce will be a battle. However, don't assume it will be a breeze either. Be alert and prepared. Some individuals change drastically when confronted with the process. * Don't act impulsively. Everything you write, say or do can be used in court. That includes text messages, social media posts, photos and emails. All is discoverable by the courts. Ebook and Paperback Beta release on February18, 2019.

The Handbook of Divorce and Custody brings together mental health professionals and forensic specialists dedicated to working in the legal arena with families in crisis. Section I provides the individual perspectives of experienced clinicians, all of whom share a psychodynamic and developmental purview, and supplements their accounts with the viewpoints of a lawyer and a judge. Section II examines parental psychopathology, which is often at the root of family conflict and turmoil. Section III deals with the nature and extent of the state's potential involvement with the family, from ensuring parents' rights to raise their children to identifying those circumstances that justify the termination of parental rights. The remaining three sections follow the progressive issues engaged by divorcing families as they work their way through the legal system: forensic evaluation, post-divorce legal arrangements, and the emotional aftermath of divorce, including indications for various types of therapeutic intervention. Through the Handbook, contributors pay special attention to a set of core issues that underlie - and complicate - the evaluations, recommendations, and judicial determinations that enter into the divorce/custody process. Specifically, they focus on the inherent conflict between the family's right to privacy and the state's commitment to the best interest of children; the increasingly uncertain question of what constitutes a family and who has the right to legal standing; the problematic role of fathers in the lives of their children; the nature of the evaluation process and the role of the forensic expert in a "good enough" evaluation; the important differences between the role of therapist and the role of evaluator; and, finally, the impact of divorce itself on the lives of today's children.