On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | May 26, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
Those who are going through the divorce process in Hawaii and elsewhere may feel a variety of emotions such as grief, anxiety and fear. Individuals may experience negative emotions even if they were the ones who decided to end their marriages. Addiction, emotional or...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Apr 24, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
Individuals in Hawaii and throughout the country who are planning on getting married may benefit from asking their prospective spouses about prenuptial agreements. Having a conversation about a prenuptial agreement may be ideal for those who come from wealthy families...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Apr 23, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
For most Hawaii residents and others throughout America, being stuck in a relationship can be emotionally draining. However, you may feel guilty about ending a marriage without having a concrete reason to do so. Simply not being enthusiastic about staying with your...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Feb 26, 2020 | Divorce
It can often be faster, easier and less expensive to settle a divorce case instead of going to trial. However, there is no guarantee that your former spouse is going to agree to terms that you believe are fair and reasonable. Let’s look at some reasons to go to...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Feb 21, 2020 | Child Custody, Divorce
Divorce is generally known as a difficult and traumatic experience for children who have their previous life disrupted. However, it does not have to be that way. With some forethought and planning ahead, children can be spared from many of the stresses and...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Nov 1, 2019 | Divorce
Financial issues can be some of the most significant factors impacting a person’s decision to divorce. After all, the effects of asset division can linger on long after emotional and relationship issues have been handled. For business owners in Hawaii, the costs...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Oct 3, 2019 | Divorce
If you are unhappy in your marriage, you may think that the best option is divorce. Before you file the paperwork with a Hawaii court, however, you could consider pre-divorce counseling with your spouse. Unlike marriage counseling, the goal of pre-divorce counseling...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Aug 30, 2019 | Divorce
When people are embroiled in a divorce with their significant other in Hawaii, it can be difficult for them to maintain focus and productivity at work. Often, thoughts of the changes within their personal lives can create a distraction from their job-related goals and...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Aug 19, 2019 | Divorce
Abuse in a marriage can take many forms. Physical abuse is much easier for both the victim and others to identify, but spouses in Hawaii need to also be aware of what constitutes non-physical abuse, which are emotional and psychological. According to HuffPost,...
On behalf of Coates Frey Tanimoto & Gibson, AAL, LLLC | Aug 5, 2019 | Divorce
Couples in Hawaii who decide to get a divorce, but do not want it to be a contentious process, may want to consider mediation. This method uses a third-party mediator to help each partner work through decisions regarding asset division, alimony and child custody. When...
