Blog Posts in 2016

• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 15-Dec-2016

  Tips for Handling Divorce Anxiety!

  Tips for Handling Divorce Anxiety! Yes, divorce anxiety is a real thing. As a psychologically-trained medical professional and divorce attorney, I can spot divorce anxiety right away. I often see the symptoms before my clients do. Why wouldn’t ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 8-Dec-2016

  Is Social Media Killing Your Marriage?

  When a young woman called me last week and said, “Social Media Killed My Marriage,” I told her I wasn’t surprised. More and more this is a chief complaint and cause for divorce. Couples don’t realize social media networking ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 30-Nov-2016

  Co-Parenting During the Holidays

  The greatest wish of many children of divorce during the holidays is that Mom and Dad will get back together. Even though the sad truth is that this probably is not going to happen, you as responsible parents can cooperate, and make the holidays as ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 23-Nov-2016

  Surviving Difficult Conversations About the Election this Thanksgiving

  Are you worried about political disagreements ruining family time this Thanksgiving? Lois was recently interviewed by Vogue and gave some tips on how to keep things civil with family members over the holidays. Here's a snippet of her advice from ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 16-Nov-2016

  Is Your Spouse Cheating On You?

  Do you lie awake at night and wonder? Do you have a feeling in the pit in your stomach most of the time? You know something is not quite right, but you can’t put your finger on it. Do you think your spouse is cheating? Are you afraid to ask? Do ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 18-Oct-2016

  To Trick or Treat?

  TO TRICK OR TREAT? What divorcing/divorced parents can do so Halloween isn’t a nightmare! When you got divorced did you discuss Halloween as part of your visitation schedule? Probably not. After all it’s not Thanksgiving, Christmas or ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Oct-2016

  Are you thinking of pulling the plug on your marriage?

  Courtesy of HBO Sarah Jessica Parker’s new show “Divorce” on HBO which aired on October 9 th introduces us to Frances (Parker), a corporate headhunter with two children. She is an unhappy, middle-aged, and a disconnected woman ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 6-Oct-2016

  Engagement Season is here!

  ENGAGEMENT SEASON IS HERE! Are you thinking about your dress? flowers? the cake? What about your prenuptial agreement? Newly engaged couples everywhere are starting to plan their perfect wedding. Many are focused on sharing the big news with family ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 22-Sep-2016

  When Should You Ask For Sole Physical Custody of the Children?

  WHEN SHOULD YOU ASK FOR SOLE PHYSICAL CUSTODY OF THE CHILDREN? On Tuesday we heard the sad news that Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt after twelve years together, and two years married. The papers file in Los Angeles cited ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 16-Sep-2016

  Is Your Spouse A Sociopath?

  You would be very surprised to learn that psychological problems plague many divorcing couples today, and they don’t even know it. That is until now! When you look at the complex issues that infect families like verbal and physical abuse, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 25-Aug-2016

  Are you a Divorcing Stay-at-Home Mom?

  There are many women who married young or gave up lucrative careers to have children once they were married. They often spend most of their marriage helping to support and in some cases build their husband’s careers/businesses in the best ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 1-Aug-2016

  What Determines The Length And Amount of Spousal Maintenance?

  There are many issues that must be handed when a couple decides to file for divorce. One issue that many divorcing couples are forced to deal with during the divorce process includes spousal maintenance, which is the money paid to a spouse following ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Jul-2016

  Common Mistakes in High Net Worth Divorces

  Divorce is never easy, but divorces involving large amounts of money, property, and other assets are even more challenging. In addition to the types of issues present in typical divorces, such as spousal and child support, child custody, visitation ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 11-Jul-2016

  8 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Prenuptial Agreement

  With wedding season upon us, it is important for couples to consider creating prenuptial agreements before walking down the aisle. While some people look upon prenuptial agreements negatively, it should be understood that they are designed to protect ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 17-Jun-2016

  Who Pays for a Child's Summer Camp When Parents are Divorced?

  When summer comes around, many children are interested in attending summer camps with their friends, youth groups, or classmates. In addition, many parents with children take interest in such camps when they are required to work full-time hours and ...

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