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Dividing Money, Property, and Stuff
Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time for all involved parties. One of the most important aspects of a divorce is the division of...
May 15, 20232 min read
Why You Need An Estate Plan
If you've gotten divorced - or are getting divorced - the last part of the job is creating an estate plan to help your children or loved...
Dec 20, 20202 min read
Why Glennon Doyle's Book "Untamed" Is A Must-Read For Anyone Deciding Whether To Get Divorced
My business coach, Hannah, suggested I read Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Actually, she didn’t really suggest it, she just mentioned that it...
Dec 9, 20202 min read
The Best Divorce: One Man’s Story of Transformation
I recently interviewed a friend of mine - we’ll call him Michael - who has been divorced for two years. I’m really floored by how he kept...
Nov 21, 20204 min read
Three Critical Agreements for Co-Parents
Collaborative co-parenting means constantly reminding the children that you are adults, which means your kids don’t have to be.
Oct 18, 20205 min read
Be Brave and Ask For What You Really Want – Tips For Family Mediation
"Behind every criticism is a wish. If I say “I wish,” I have to put myself out there. It means I want something and I can be refused. ......
Aug 17, 20207 min read
How to Use Our Vermont Alimony Calculator
The Vermont Family Law alimony calculator is a simple program on our website that takes three inputs from you (your income, the other spouse
Aug 2, 20203 min read
Vermont's Divorce Courts Reopen
What’s the COVID Status for Vermont Family Courts? What is the impact on family court cases such as divorces, child support, and...
Jul 21, 20202 min read
College Financial Aid Issues When You Are Divorced
How does divorce affect college financial aid? Get the facts.
Feb 5, 20203 min read
Legal Separation in Vermont
Learn what legal separation is, how it’s different from divorce and when it makes sense.
Jul 23, 20193 min read
Divorcing a Narcissist Requires a Different Approach
If you’ve looked around Vermont Family Law, you already know that my approach to family conflict is to be as cooperative as your...
Oct 3, 20187 min read
For Divorcees Nearing Retirement, Social Security Matters
There has been quite a lot written lately about retirees getting divorced. In fact, there’s even a new term being used to describe the...
Jun 28, 20183 min read
Good Things Can Happen After A Divorce
Getting divorced is hard. It’s no wonder that most of what we hear or read about divorce and separating a family is negative, sad and...
Oct 22, 20173 min read
How Long Does It Take To Get A Divorce In Vermont?
Probably the most frequent question I hear when I meet with a new client is this: how long will it take for my divorce to be final? As...
Sep 7, 20173 min read
How Do I Find The Best Divorce Lawyer?
Finding the right lawyer is always a challenge, but when you’re looking at a very personal issue like getting divorced, the task is that...
Jul 6, 20174 min read
Getting Divorced In A Small Town...Without Losing Your Mind
I practice law in a small town in rural Vermont. This presents challenges for me as a divorce lawyer. But it presents even larger...
Jun 8, 20176 min read
How To Get Full Custody
My general advice is against battling over custody if at all possible. Why? It’s bad for you, it’s bad for the kids, and you’ll have much...
Apr 18, 20178 min read
Getting Divorced? Here's What To Bring To The 1st Meeting With Your Divorce Lawyer
At Vermont Family Law, we want to make it easier and more affordable for people to get a divorce. Divorce doesn’t always have to cost...
Apr 12, 20172 min read
How To Prepare For Your Child Support Hearing
Child support hearings in Vermont can cause anxiety, but with a little preparation you can get the most from your hearing
Apr 9, 20173 min read
A Conversation With John: Tips For A Successful Joint Custody
After getting a divorce, joint custody is often the best arrangement for the children. The drawback is that it can be tricky for divorced...
Jan 16, 20173 min read
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