by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Nov 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
This is a great post with excellent tips about how to handle the holidays after the divorce. I recommend it. The holidays can be really stressful for folks after a divorce, especially when trying to juggle the kids between families over the holidays. As a family law attorney, I always see an large uptick in business right before and right after a major holiday. I think it has a lot to do with these kinds of struggles. This is a good read. Thanks to Ms. Barnes for sharing.
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by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Nov 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
Mr. Baer sums up my thoughts regarding the seeming increase in domestic violence in custody disputes. I am convinced that the adversarial litigation process for resolving family issues has contributed significantly to the level of hostility between parties. While some parties will be dangerously violent no matter what environment they are in, we can help reduce conflict in many cases as attorneys be referring folks to forms of alternate dispute resolution such as mediation or collaborative divorce. Even in a litigation context, attorneys should be careful not to “fan the flames” of the conflict. Much can be done to reduce the chances that a particular family will move into dangerous territory. Here’s Mr. Baer’s articles:
Responding to Recent Violence in Custody Disputes, CA Attorney Mark Baer Advocates Consensual Dispute Resolution Methods to Help Quell Future Meltdowns.
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Nov 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
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 job harder.
I came across this video about a negotiation over waffles that pretty much sums it up for me.
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If you need help with a difficult negotiation, feel free to contact Shawn Weber at 858-345-1616 or visit our website at www.bravewebermack.com .
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Oct 5, 2011 | Uncategorized
This is an excellent suggestion. So many folks jump right into dating. As a divorce lawyer, I know that this can lead to repeat business for me. It is much smarter to make sure you are ready before you start dating. Also, don’t forget your kids. They may not be ready either. Best advice: be careful! Read the article here:
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by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Aug 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Excellent article. I have several cases right now where I believe the boys involved are being put in the middle of things. The parents universally say that the kid is a boy and can therefore handle it. I feel terrible for these little guys. The worst I heard was a father telling a little boy that he couldn’t have any allowance because “Mom took all our money at court. You will have to get your allowance from her.”
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