by Shawn Weber | Nov 2, 2011 | Collaborative Divorce, Conflict Resolution, divorce, divorce humor, Mediation
Every now and then I will get involved in a negotiation where one of the parties struggles with the concept of negotiating and sharing. Such a person wants all of what he or she wants and is simply unwilling to compromise or share in any way. Obviously that makes my...
by Shawn Weber | Oct 15, 2011 | Attorneys, divorce, Finances, Spousal Support, Taxation
Generally, divorce fees are not deductible. The general rule is that divorce is a personal expense and is not deductible as a business expense. United States v. Gilmore (Gilmore I) (1963) 372 U.S. 39. So the short and easy answer is, “No.” However,...
by Shawn Weber | Sep 21, 2011 | Conflict Resolution, Finances, mental health
My friends and colleagues, Justin Reckers, CFP, CDFA and Robert Simon, Ph.D., are doing some great work in the emerging field of Applied Behavioral Finance. I just attended an excellent seminar produced by the dynamic duo at a recent general meeting of the...
by Shawn Weber | Aug 3, 2011 | Children, Conflict Resolution, custody, divorce, High Conflict, Marriage, mental health, parenting, Relationships
It really does matter what words you choose when communicating with an ex spouse- particularly when you are coparenting. It can be the difference between a peaceful and happy existence or one filled with acrimony and post-judgment litigation. Read the Article at...
by Shawn Weber | Jul 8, 2011 | Children, Coach, Conflict Resolution, custody, divorce, Email, High Conflict, Marriage, Mediation, mental health, Relationships
As the next installment in my series of tips for surviving a high conflict divorce, I want to focus on the issue of reactivity-or perhaps better said, over-reactivity. Here is an email exchange that is very typical: Email #1: Susie, I was hoping to take little Johnny...
