Blog Posts in 2021

• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 31-Dec-2021

  Getting Married? Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

  If there is anything we have learned during this pandemic (besides vigorous hand washing), it is the amazing power of technology. We are fortunate to live in a digital age where information is at our fingertips. We can easily plan anything from our ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 29-Dec-2021

  Do I Need an Attorney to Get Divorced?

  We’ve all heard the horror stories from friends, newspapers, blogs and tabloids. The typical divorce can be a nightmare, and everybody loses. Except, maybe, the divorce attorneys, who get paid for their time while divorcing couples fight over ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 27-Dec-2021

  Can Mediation Help Your Domestic Partnership?

  As a divorce attorney and mediator for over 35 years, I have helped thousands of couples in all kinds of relationships. You may be thinking, “What is a domestic partnership?” In New York, a domestic partnership is defined as a legal ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 24-Dec-2021

  Divorce Story

  As a divorce attorney and psychologically-trained mediator, I hear all kinds of diverse divorce stories. I have decided to share some of these stories monthly with you. Naturally, I will change the names and some of the details to protect my clients. ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 22-Dec-2021

  Ways to Prepare for Your Divorce in the New Year!

  Although we are all trying to enjoy the holidays and navigate this pandemic, some of us are using this valuable time to prepare for life moving forward as we look to a new year. Now is the time to take the necessary steps to make changes in your life ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 20-Dec-2021

  Do I need a Separation Agreement?

  Yes, you do! It’s an important part of the divorce process! Many spouses expect divorce to be an ongoing battle, but as a seasoned New York divorce attorney/mediator, I tell many spouses, it doesn’t have to be! There are constructive ways ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 17-Dec-2021

  Tips for Managing Depression Due to Divorce During the Holidays

  As a divorce attorney and psychologically trained mediator, I hear from spouses all the time about their depression and anxiety, especially during the holidays. The pain, turmoil and chaos of divorce for many, is terrifying and extremely painful ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 16-Dec-2021

  Have You Just Been Served With a Summons for Divorce?

  I receive calls all the time - I actually received a few this past weekend - from frantic spouses saying, “I’ve been served with a summons for divorce, what do I do?” They were super surprised receiving a summons for divorce during ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 13-Dec-2021

  Try Divorce Mediation!

  For over 35 years I have successfully served the NYC area as a psychologically-trained divorce attorney and mediator. After witnessing the pain of many couples day after day, twenty years ago, I decided to develop a unique psychologically-infused ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 10-Dec-2021

  Child Support! What You Need to Know!

  The role of parents is to provide love, care and stability for their children. When parents decide to divorce, children are often the first to suffer. Sometimes children get lost in the complicated procedures of custody and visitation. Children sense ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 8-Dec-2021

  5 Signs You Are Being Bullied by Your Controlling Spouse!

  During a recent phone consultation, I spoke with a woman in her late 30s who tearfully explained she had no control over her life. Her husband had multiple separate bank accounts and was cutting back on the monthly money he gave her as an allowance. ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 6-Dec-2021

  Financially Smart Divorce Tips!

  Even if you are not quite ready to get divorced, you need to be informed and Financially Smart. Deciding to divorce is a complex process. Deciding how easy or difficult the process will depend on you and how your spouse responds. The better prepared ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 3-Dec-2021

  Are You Ready to Divorce the Narcissist in Your Life?

  As a psychologically trained divorce attorney and mediator, I am uniquely skilled at identifying a narcissistic spouse in a marriage and guiding a spouse carefully to terminate a marriage. Is it impossible to live up to the standards of your spouse? ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 1-Dec-2021

  Are You Looking for a Peaceful Approach to Divorce?

  During these challenging, uncertain times, as a divorce attorney and mediator, I am happy to offer spouses a peaceful approach to divorce. It gives me great pleasure to offer a productive alternative to litigation, combative lawyers, closed courts, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 29-Nov-2021

  Are You Getting Engaged During the Holidays?

  How exciting!! You are probably already dreaming about your dress, the venue, flowers, and tasting cake. (The cake I chose for my wedding was from William Greenberg. Yum!) But have you thought about having a prenuptial agreement? Newly engaged ...

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