Spousal Support in California: Key Insights You Should Understand

By FDS | April 26, 2026

In “Spousal Support in California: What You Should Know” by Jami Fosgate, readers will be led through the one of the most difficult parts of divorce: how spousal support is determined. Unlike child support, an amount is not set in stone for long-term support, the article adds; judges take into account various aspects including length…

FREE Divorce 101 Workshop – April 17

By FDS | April 13, 2026

Feeling stuck or unsure about divorce? Get clear answers before you make your next move. Join the free Divorce 101 Workshop on April 17 and learn what to expect, how to protect your finances, and the smartest way to move forward. It’s a simple, no-pressure way to get informed and feel more in control. Save…

Kids First – Managing a Child-Centered Divorce – Join us April 3 for Our Free Divorce Options(R) Online

By nickeyh | March 30, 2026

Divorce doesn’t have to break a family; it just changes it. This post focuses on how the collaborative process uses mental health professionals to create parenting plans that prioritize your children’s emotional well-being over legal posturing. Learn how to protect your kids during our Free Divorce Options® Workshop on April 3.

Divorce Mediation: Is It the Right Fit for You?

By FDS | March 30, 2026

The thought of divorce can be daunting — but knowing your options may help. This article considers the above questions of how mediation is a peaceful more collaborative solution to traditional court battles between couples, allowing them to work together towards solutions that would be in everyone’s best long-term interests — particularly children. Rather than…

Joint Petition for Dissolution of Marriage

By FDS | March 19, 2026

By: Ty Supancic of The Law Collaborative For decades, divorce in California has started the same way: One person files. The other person responds. Even when both spouses mutually agreed that the marriage should end, the legal process forced them into opposing roles. One had to “file and serve” the divorce. The other had to…

FREE Divorce 101 Workshop – March 20

By FDS | March 16, 2026

If you are going through a divorce and have questions about what divorce process is right for you and your family, join us March 20 for the next Divorce 101 Workshop to get answers to your questions and more. For more information and to register HERE.

Navigating the “Social Divorce”: Friendships and Boundaries

By FDS | March 2, 2026

When a marriage ends, it isn’t just two people parting ways—the social circle often feels the tremor, too. Navigating “mutual” friendships and deciding which invitations to accept during wedding season can feel like walking a social tightrope. The “Social Divorce” is about more than just who gets the friends; it’s about setting healthy boundaries that…

Keys to a Peaceful Divorce

By FDS | February 25, 2026

Looking for a smoother divorce process?  These 5 keys to a peaceful divorce from Leon F. Bennett Law offer practical tips to reduce conflict and focus on healthy resolutions. By: Leon F. Bennett, Law Offices of Leon F. Bennett Divorce can be one of life’s most challenging and emotionally volatile periods. Your family can come…

FREE Divorce 101 Workshop – February 20

By FDS | February 16, 2026

Divorce is a difficult time in your life and one that requires support to help you and your family through.  Get more information about divorce and what process is right for your family when you join us for the next Divorce 101 Workshop on February 20. Learn more and register here.  

The Cost of Conflict – Mediation vs. Litigated Divorce

By FDS | February 11, 2026

Divorce is hard enough without turning it into a war. If you’re facing a split, you have a real choice that could save you thousands of dollars, months of stress, and a lot of unnecessary heartache – collaborative divorce mediation. Here’s what makes collaborative divorce mediation worth considering instead of a litigated court divorce: You…

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