by Candice Saadian Costa · Published June 4, 2020 · Last modified February 25, 2022
The Gottman Institute, headed by the highly influential psychotherapists Drs. John and Julie Schwartz-Gottman, provides practical, research-based tools to strengthen romantic relationships. The Gottman Method is a valued training method. Gottman certified mental health...
In the beginning, you may have thought that being married would not be too difficult. After all, you pledged a lifelong commitment to a person who you truly love and deeply care about. However,...
Divorce Process / Personal Finance
by Candice Saadian Costa · Published May 28, 2020 · Last modified January 15, 2025
What are Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders? Many people think restraining orders are only relevant in situations where people are trying to protect themselves from harassment or violence from another person. Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders,...
Unfortunately, there are times when you might decide to dissolve your marriage, and may even start the divorce process by filing paperwork with the court. However, once the divorce has been initiated, what happens...
Moving forward after a divorce is easier for some than it is for others. Once your marriage has been dissolved, you do not “magically” become completely okay with the reality of being divorced from...
by Candice Saadian Costa · Published May 6, 2020 · Last modified November 18, 2024
What are Co-Parenting and Nesting? Co-parenting is when both parents participate in raising their children. Nesting refers to a custodial arrangement for children that allows the kids to remain living in one home, and...
It is an understatement that going through divorce is one of the most stressful and traumatic experiences you may encounter. Whether you are married for 5 years or 25 years, the divorce process can...
by Candice Saadian Costa · Published April 30, 2020 · Last modified November 18, 2024
Legal Separation is another option other than divorce in California.
by Candice Saadian Costa · Published April 27, 2020 · Last modified November 18, 2024
Child custody refers to the legal relationship between a parent or guardian and a child in that person’s care. Child custody determines who a child physically lives with and whether a parent or guardian...
by Candice Saadian Costa · Published April 27, 2020 · Last modified November 18, 2024
What is a California Prenuptial Agreement, also known as a “Prenup”? Prenuptial Agreements (or Prenups) are legal contracts signed between two people before they enter into a legal marriage. A Prenuptial Agreement can provide...