Belinda would boast to her colleagues how proud she was that her spouse didn’t have to work. She earned enough for the family and they lived well. Once the children were in full day school, that song changed. Her family company was bought out and staff redundancy planning was well underway. Belinda’s encouragement of her [ ]
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There’s no question that older adults after decades of marriage are saying “enough!” The oft reported statistics, locally and internationally, show that this demographic group of Baby Boomers (you know who you are!) have the highest rate of separation and divorce. While it may be shocking to think of a couple who’s seen as the [ ]
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When parents separate, many strive to do their best to keep the children out of their adult business. They hold private conversations with maybe an occasional loud responsive outburst of incredulity. With hushed, whispered voices in the next room while the children eat breakfast.  Once the children are assumed fast asleep, those discussions begin again [ ]
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Valuations are an important part of resolving property and support issues in a family law matter. Assets subject to being valued include the matrimonial homes, family businesses, hobby farms, and securities held in investment portfolios.  An income stream from investments, rental properties, and family business are also common sources from which support obligations are paid. [ ]
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For the New Year I wish That there was a greater understanding for each of the participants in the negotiation process Have you ever been on a crowded bus or tram and witnessed a disturbance? Did you feel for the victim? Or were you encouraged by the actions of the tormenter? Feeling uncomfortable as a [ ]
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