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Blended families are beautiful but adjusting to this new familial situation will often take some time. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry states that, on average, a typical blended family can take 1-2 years to adjust fully. Change can be difficult, especially when it includes new step-family members, rules, and habits. To assist with this transition, our attorneys…
The attached letter published in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser was recently drafted by our firm’s founder, Brad Coates.
Going through a divorce is never easy. It can often be one of the most challenging experiences a person goes through in their life. This is because so many obstacles can get in the way of a successful dissolution of marriage. If you are considering getting divorced, it is essential to be aware of these common roadblocks and do your…
It’s a common question many parents have: Is there ever a reason why a parent would not be granted custody? In some cases, joint custody would not be in the child’s best interests, and one parent may be awarded sole custody with the other granted supervised visitation. Common Reasons a Parent May Be Denied Joint Custody When determining what is…
If parents are granted joint legal custody, they must make major decisions about their children’s lives together. If both parents are unable to agree on a major decision, they may need to attend mediation to create a solution or have a stipulation in their custody agreement regarding how to settle decision-making. 5 Tips to Successfully Co-Parent with Your Ex In…
Believe it or not, divorce is quite common at the beginning of the new year. Whether you’ve been waiting for the holiday season to be over or have taken some time to reflect and have finally come to a decision, know that you’re not alone in feeling like it’s time to set a new path. Before You File For Divorce…
For years, January has been unofficially known as “divorce month” because the number of divorces filled tends to spike when compared to November and December. In fact, Google trends says that searches for the phrase, ‘I want a divorce’ rose by over 230% in the first week of January 2021. Why So Many People File for Divorce in January? Parents…
Years ago, prenuptial agreements were a taboo topic that most people assumed were only for the ultra-rich. Today, opinions surrounding prenups have changed drastically. Young people, specifically millennials and gen-z, see the value in prenups for people of all economic backgrounds. Young People are Protecting Their Assets with Prenups According to a recent study conducted by the American Academy of…
The divorce process can be overwhelming to say the least. And as mediation becomes a popular alternative to litigation, people tend to confuse lawyers for mediators, and vice-versa. Understanding Your Divorce Options If you’re getting a divorce, it’s important to consult those within the legal system in order to ease the stress of the process and increase your chances of…
No one enters into a marriage thinking it will end in divorce. Unfortunately, that’s the case for thousands of couples each year. And while the divorce process is inherently stressful, it doesn’t need to be a highly contested “battle.” In fact, there is a way to avoid some of the most difficult aspects of a divorce — we’re talking about…