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Hal Bartholomew

The Many Benefits of Settling a Divorce Outside The Courtroom

June 24, 2021 By Hal Bartholomew

Divorce out of court

The divorce process is often painted as contentious, dramatic, and painful.  And while there are certainly divorces that look like this, it does not have to be this way. In fact, most people in California can avoid the worse parts of the divorce process by opting for alternatives to litigation like mediation and collaborative divorce.  These options can be beneficial for several [Read more...] about The Many Benefits of Settling a Divorce Outside The Courtroom

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5 Tips to Argue Better

April 1, 2021 By Hal Bartholomew

5 Tips to Argue Better with Kids

According to an article from Parents.com, there is a number of effective ways to help you “argue better.” We’ve consolidated it to 5 easy steps, which should always be utilized but more so when in the presence of children.  Breath. Being consciously aware of your breathing can help control your ability to stay calm and control your emotions. We all know emotions can get the best of us. Taking [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Argue Better

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Argue Better For Your Kid’s Sake

March 26, 2021 By Hal Bartholomew

argue better for kids

Arguments are inevitable between parents. Arguments in front of children are also inevitable. Unfortunately, the stress of the pandemic has called for more arguments. Child specialist and parenting coach Beth Proudfoot notes that these arguments are not only attributed to the stress of the pandemic, but to political polarization, climate concerns, and of course the economy. Everyone [Read more...] about Argue Better For Your Kid’s Sake

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What is a Collaborative Divorce and Who Does it Benefit?

February 1, 2021 By Hal Bartholomew

Benefit of Collaborative Divorce

While a divorce in California can be a long and complicated process, a collaborative divorce can make the process easier. A collaborative divorce involves a team of professionals who will advise and assist you and your spouse through the divorce process. Here’s how collaborative divorces work. What does the collaborative divorce process look like? For a collaborative divorce, both parties [Read more...] about What is a Collaborative Divorce and Who Does it Benefit?

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What is The Role of a Divorce Mediator?

January 28, 2021 By Hal Bartholomew

Role of Divorce Mediator

Looking for a less adversarial way to complete your divorce?  Mediation might be the path for you and your spouse.  A divorce mediator is a neutral third party who will help you and your spouse through the divorce process without having to turn to the court system. Choosing a mediator is often the first gesture of mutual trust divorcing couples make.  While the mediator does not [Read more...] about What is The Role of a Divorce Mediator?

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Taking a ‘PAWS’: Issues To Consider With Pet Custody

November 3, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Custody of your pets

The new year brought a lot of changes for divorcing couples in 2019, especially here in California. Not only were major changes made to the tax code concerning spousal support payments, residents across the state of California welcomed Assembly Bill 2274. This bill finally gave judges in our state clear direction when it came to helping divorcing pet owners answer the all-important question: Who [Read more...] about Taking a ‘PAWS’: Issues To Consider With Pet Custody

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How Does California Calculate Child Support?

October 29, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Child Support

When parents’ divorce in California, both remain responsible for financially supporting their minor children. The state uses established guidelines to determine which parent should pay child support and the monthly payment amount. Learn about the factors that influence child support calculations in California. Net disposable income California courts first calculate each parent’s net [Read more...] about How Does California Calculate Child Support?

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Divorce and Social Security Benefits

September 28, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Social Security and Divorce

Social security benefits provide older Americans with substantial financial support.  Not every retired person in California receives a pension or has significant personal savings.  Therefore, monthly social security deposits help single people and married couples alike.  What happens after a divorce, though?  Will it impact one’s social security benefits? A person can [Read more...] about Divorce and Social Security Benefits

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Four Tips for Starting your California Divorce

September 21, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Divorce In California

2020 is shaping up to be a popular year for divorce filings in California. If you are among those considering parting ways with your spouse, read on for four tips for starting your divorce. 1. Research and decide how you want to complete the divorce: There are many ways to complete a divorce. You can opt for doing it yourselves, using a mediator, collaborative divorce, or litigation. There [Read more...] about Four Tips for Starting your California Divorce

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Our Divorce Mediation Didn’t Work Out. Where Do We Go From Here?

September 14, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Where do we go now

Many couples begin the divorce process in mediation. Mediation can be a great option for couples who are still able to work together to make agreements regarding their children, finances, and property. For others mediation might start off well but over time the couple is no longer able to make agreements and need more support to move forward. Where do we go from here? There are other options [Read more...] about Our Divorce Mediation Didn’t Work Out. Where Do We Go From Here?

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Can a Divorce be Friendly?

June 5, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

unfriendly divorce

For most people, friendly is not the first term that comes to mind when thinking about divorce. However, there are many benefits to keeping friendliness an option when deciding how to handle the process of divorce. Collaborative divorces are completed outside of the courthouse and center on the idea of remaining friendly during the divorce and afterward.  1. Friendly divorce can save you [Read more...] about Can a Divorce be Friendly?

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How long does it take to divorce in California?

January 16, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

How long divorce

This is highly case dependent, but the shortest possible time to complete a divorce in California is six months plus one day. Although six months is the earliest time you can be restored to the status of single, many divorces take much longer.  The good news is that there are ways to make the process move quickly so that the divorce is finished as close to the six-month minimum as [Read more...] about How long does it take to divorce in California?

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How does the Collaborative Divorce process help parents in California?

January 15, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Divorce helps parents

Even after divorce, parents can rarely sever all ties to the other parent. As co-parents they often have many years left to work together raising their children. This requires extensive communication, a willingness to make decisions together, and the grace to come to shared events for their children.  With this in mind, it can be beneficial for parents to consider peacefully ending [Read more...] about How does the Collaborative Divorce process help parents in California?

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Is it possible to have a truly respectful divorce?

January 14, 2020 By Hal Bartholomew

Respectful Divorce

Divorce can be a highly emotional and expensive process. California and other states offer collaborative divorce as a less adversarial option than a traditional divorce. In collaborative divorce the parties work with attorneys and other professionals outside of a courtroom to resolve their issues.  As part of the collaborative divorce process, each spouse works with his or her [Read more...] about Is it possible to have a truly respectful divorce?

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Can You Stop a Divorce Once its Started?

October 18, 2016 By Hal Bartholomew

stopwatch

Contrary to what many people think, filing for divorce does not automatically end a marriage.  While starting the divorce process with the Court helps people move forward, the fact is that becoming unmarried does not happen overnight. In California, the waiting period to become unmarried is six months.  The six month clock starts ticking when a spouse is served with the petition and [Read more...] about Can You Stop a Divorce Once its Started?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Child Support, Collaborative, Divorce and Taxes, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Tips, Estate Planning, Filing for Divorce, High Conflict Divorce, Sacramento

Collaboration, Cooperation and Communication during Divorce

September 12, 2016 By Hal Bartholomew

cooperation

There are a number of difficult decisions that need to be made during dissolution of marriage, from child support to property division. After the decision to divorce is made (In California – it only takes one party), the next important decision to be made involves the type of divorce process you and your soon-to-be-ex spouse will use. The traditional choice is the [Read more...] about Collaboration, Cooperation and Communication during Divorce

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Child Support, Collaborative Divorce and Taxes, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Tips, Estate Planning, Filing for Divorce, High Conflict Divorce

Collaboration can Help Secure Good Solutions for Bad Situations

July 29, 2016 By Hal Bartholomew

helping hands

When people get married, they typically don’t expect to get divorced. They don’t expect that they’ll fall out of love with their spouse or become so bitter and angry that they can’t even be in the same room as the other person. And they don’t expect that they might do or say things they would later regret. During a divorce, good people can make some bad decisions. However, the fact that you [Read more...] about Collaboration can Help Secure Good Solutions for Bad Situations

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Child Support, Collaborative, Divorce and Taxes, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Tips, Estate Planning, Filing for Divorce, High Conflict Divorce, Sacramento

Is There a Right Way to Divorce?

April 26, 2016 By Hal Bartholomew

fork in the road

It seems like everywhere we look, we are being told that there is a right way to do something and a wrong way to do something. For instance, stories about divorce are more available than ever. We read about dramatic celebrity divorces ending in multi-million dollar settlements, the quiet, amicable divorce of two strangers who took a picture that went viral and everything in between. And for [Read more...] about Is There a Right Way to Divorce?

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Child Support, Collaborative, Divorce and Taxes, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Tips, Estate Planning, Filing for Divorce, High Conflict Divorce, Sacramento

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