How can you maintain control and influence over your divorce in Carlsbad? What should your strategy look like if you wish to complete your divorce in Carlsbad, Encinitas or Oceanside in the shortest possible time frame and in a cost-effective manner? There are two primary issues to keep in mind as you enter the process of a divorce in Carlsbad:…
Mediation
Mediation is an Effective Tool in a Divorce
It is important to understand the concept of mediation and why mediation is an effective tool in a divorce. Mediation is a non-confrontational environment where a neutral impartial experienced mediator works with the parties separately and together along with their attorneys to identify core issues within a dispute, find common ground, identify potential solutions and ultimately craft an agreement based…
Why do I Need an Experienced Divorce Attorney in Carlsbad
Why do I need an experienced divorce attorney in Carlsbad or anywhere in North County San Diego? This question is asked by the vast majority of those who seek divorce here and across California. This is evidenced by the fact that 80% of Californians attempt to handle divorce on their own, filing their own paperwork for the divorce. The lesser…
Mediation is a Good Option When Anger Issues Remain in Your Divorce
Mediation is a good option when anger issues remain during your divorce. There are often issues of resentment, bitterness and other negative emotions during the course of a North County or Carlsbad divorce. While these may be obvious responses to the issues which lead to the end of a marriage, decisions taken in the midst of emotion are most often…
The Economic Emotional and Time Saving Impact of Mediation in a Divorce
What is the economic emotional and time saving impact of mediation in a divorce? In order to complete your divorce in North County including Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas, Oceanside and Escondido every issue contained within the settlement agreement must be completely resolved. This includes (but is not limited to): Division of all assets and liabilities including the family home Child custody…
Parenting Plans for Children Older Than 5
What should you be considering when working to develop parenting plans for children older than 5? Child custody and parenting plans present some of the most consistently difficult challenges for those seeking to divorce in Carlsbad and North County. The experienced attorneys at Burke & Domercq, APC provide sound advice and counsel based upon decades of representation before North County…
The Value of Resolving Differences During the Course of a Divorce
What is the value of resolving differences during the course of a divorce in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe or anywhere in Carlsbad? We’ve written several times in this blog about the “cost” (in terms of financial expense and emotional burden) of resolving differences in a divorce. The amount of time it will take to complete your divorce and the…
Unchecked Emotions Add Time and Cost to a Divorce
Unchecked emotions add time and cost to a divorce in North County or Carlsbad. The primary source of cost in a divorce is the amount of discord and disagreement between the parties. How do you handle conflict? Are you aware when your former spouse is pushing your emotional buttons? One of the most profitable skills to work on during your…
Managing Your Emotions in a North County or Carlsbad Divorce
Why is managing your emotions in a North County or Carlsbad divorce so important? No one expects a divorce to be unemotional, and there will be times where you must work through a variety of emotions as you tackle challenging issues such as child custody and parenting time, spousal support, the division of community property as well as the adjustment…
The Value of an Experienced Carlsbad Divorce Lawyer and Certified Specialist
What is the value of having an experienced Carlsbad divorce lawyer and Certified Specialist on your side? Why should you have an attorney at all? Can’t you file a divorce on your own in California? The answer is yes, and in fact over 80% of Californians attempt to do just that. Our local family law courts will also tell you…