“New year, new me” is often a saying heard as a new year begins and another is left in the past. But how does one really enter into a new year without the emotional toll the prior year took looming still?
Read MoreBye 2020! Typically change takes time… change at the office, change with the courts. In March, our worlds were turned upside down and change happened immediately. We were lucky. Our presiding Judge Grace Dickler helped us pivot quickly with ongoing General Orders and Court via Zoom and with her efforts, transitioning to remote court was as swift and effective as possible.
Read MoreThe process of divorce can be very financially and emotionally draining. However, we, at The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson LLC agree that creating a tight knit support system of friends and family can be one of the most helpful things in persevering through the difficult time.
Read MoreSometimes in high conflict cases, parties are unable to communicate effectively and cooperate regarding their children. When this becomes an issue, the Court may appoint, or the parties may agree to involve a parenting coordinator (PC).
Read MoreWe understand that talking with your children about your impending divorce can be a monumental task. Whether you and your spouse are on the same page or not, The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson LLC is here to provide tips on how to discuss this with your child.
Read MoreIt can be daunting to think of everything you want to cover during your first meeting with your attorney. Worrying that you won’t remember everything you want to say when you meet your attorney for the first time is normal; however preparing for the meeting with these useful steps can help both you and your attorney!
Read MoreThough divorce can be a challenging and emotional time for parents, it can be an even more turbulent experience for the children.
Read MoreA common question many family law attorneys are asked is who will be responsible for the attorney fees in a divorce or custody case?
Read MoreWe are now well into the COVID-19 pandemic and have experienced the accompanying challenges and bright spots of quarantine, working remotely and e-learning. As we acclimate to the new normal, you might be experiencing some clarity in your relationships.
Read MoreThis year may have been daunting considering the circumstances we have all been through in 2020; we’ve been cooped up inside and socially distancing for almost the entire year. However, some of you have had other issues preoccupying your mind and have been going through the process of breaking things off in your relationship with your significant other.
Read MoreTypically, holidays are full of love and happiness. However, some clients are going through the most difficult time of their life because they are going through divorce or separation. Further, with COVID, there are additional stressors that we must deal with this year. While this can be a very strenuous and sad time, we have a few tips to keep in mind to keep some of the holiday cheer.
Read MoreThe holidays should be a time of peace and family, but for some families going through a divorce or already separated, it can be difficult to think about not having your children for all holidays. We want to give some pointers on how to share time with your children through the holiday season, but also how to enjoy the time without them.
Read MoreA huge part of divorce is family finances - both planning before a divorce and maintaining during the process. This can be daunting, but here are a few tips.
Read MoreAs summer ends, parents and children will have to consider their options for the upcoming school year. Determining whether or not your child will go back to school is a big decision and it is possible you and your co-parent may be at odds.
Read MoreWhich parent will pay for college? It depends! Unlike other support calculations, there is no formula in the law for allocating college; instead, there are factors the court considers. This is typically decided in a child’s senior year of high school or perhaps when the child already begins college.
Read MoreUltimately, it is up to the parties how long the divorce process will take. Different factors will play a role in the length of your divorce.
Read MoreFor a long time, the terms joint and sole custody were used to describe both the decision making authority over children and where the children lived the majority of their time.
Read MoreIf you want to move with your child, you may be able to do so but as in most family law issues, it depends on the circumstances surrounding your case.
Read MoreThere comes a point in some cases where the parties cannot settle on their various issues which means trial is inevitable and necessary. Even under normal circumstances, trials are a lot of work to prepare for. However, in time of the Covid-19 pandemic, trials are conducted online via zoom, carrying even more challenges. The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson LLC can now say we have had a trial by zoom, which was made possible by our capable and hardworking team.
Read MoreCan I get divorced during the pandemic? Yes, it is possible! Courts are operating remotely, including doing prove-ups under a special protocol via Zoom. Further, The Law Office Of Erin M. Wilson LLC is working remotely to serve all our clients with the same diligence as if we were working in person! This includes negotiating and resolving contested and uncontested divorce cases.
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