The Role of Empathy in Divorce: Why a Kinder Lawyer Can Make All the Difference!
Why a Kinder Lawyer Can Make All the Difference! Divorce is a difficult and emotional process, often leaving couples feeling hurt, angry,...
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8 Common Mistakes to Avoid During Divorce Mediation.
Couples heading for divorce do not always land in court. People are beginning to realize that ending their marriage doesn’t have to be an...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
The Power of Positive Thinking During and After Divorce.
Divorce can be a complex and emotional experience that can have a lasting impact on an individual's mental and emotional well-being. As a...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
THE IMPACT OF ANGER ON YOUR DIVORCE JOURNEY AND HOW TO DEAL WITH IT!
As a mediation lawyer, I know the end of a marriage can be a difficult and emotional time, and it's natural for people to feel angry...
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New Year After Divorce; 6 Financial, Legal, and Other Tips!
The holiday season is here, and it's a great time to start looking ahead and moving forward after your divorce. As the year comes to a...
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Is it possible to have a truly thankful Thanksgiving after separation or divorce? I think so!
Thanksgiving is a time for families to come together and give thanks, which is why it’s difficult for separated or divorced parents. A...
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REDUCING HOLIDAY STRESS AS THE SOLE CAREGIVER OF YOUR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD.
For sole caregivers with special needs children the holidays can create a lot of extra stress. They can also be a source of stress the...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
What’s Better In-Person or Virtual Mediation / Negotiations?
My option, “In PersonMediation/
Negotiations,” fend off decision fatigue and leave us better positioned for meaningful decisions.
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
Co-Parenting in the Digital Age
Co-Parenting doesn't look the same as it was several decades ago. With the growth in technology, the interaction between co-parents and...
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Co-Parenting with a Problematic Co-Parent.
In a perfect world, married couples with children would never divorce, and in a near-perfect world, divorced couples would get along...
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5 tips to help you successfully co-parent during your kid's summer break.
Here in NJ, the last day of school is Monday, June 27, 2022 and your kids are probably really excited, however if you share your...
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5 Tips For Peacefully Co-Parenting.
Your divorce is finally over. You have a custody agreement and a parenting schedule. So now what? Here are 5 tips to help you peacefully...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
Mother’s Day 2022: A Message for Divorced and Separated Moms and Dads,
Mother’s Day (May 8th) is almost here, and I have a message for all those moms and dads who although are no longer together, do still...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
7 Ways Divorce Mediation Leads To A Good Divorce.
When people hear the word divorce first thought that usually comes to mind is combative and destructive. Although some may think that...
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Divorce mediation? — You may need an exit interview first.
The exit interview: This is where you will both learn to make it through the divorce process with out wasting time and money in the divorce.
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'Tis The Season For A Prenup
December is the most popular month for proposals, with the majority of proposals occurring on Christmas Day, and in the days before and...
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Tips to De-Stress During the Holidays after Divorce.
The holiday season is right around the corner. And although it can be a wonderful time of the year, but also a stressful one especially...
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6 Documents That Will Protect Your Children After They Turn 18.
A lot of things change when a child turns 18, yet the instinct to protect our children never ends. There are so many ways that we as...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
COVID Vaccine for Kids 5-11: What To Do If You And Your Ex Disagree.
As if single-parent households with joint legal custody during a pandemic is not complicated enough, a lot of parents have a new worry to...
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4 Reasons To Stop Posting On Social Media During Your Divorce.
4 reasons to stop posting on Social Media during your divorce
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Is your House Worth Keeping After Divorce? 15 things to consider...
Divorce is never easy. When a divorcing couple owns a house, it makes dividing up the assets that much harder. As challenging as it may...
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Marriage Insurance For Millennials
Just as auto insurance covers you in the event of a car accident, a prenup is an insurance policy that can protect you during a divorce.
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Why You Need To Conduct a Digital Checkup As Part Of Your Divorce Planning.
Social media and technology has become such an important part of our lives. It’s been a lifeline during this pandemic, as it was in fact...
Laura L. Van Tassel, Esq.
Celebrating Mother’s Day and Father’s Day After Divorce 2021
After a crazy year of bouncing between the roles of substitute’ teachers, tutors, guidance counselors, coaches, and entertainment...
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