Blog Posts in October, 2022 Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 31-Oct-2022 8 Signs You Are Being Controlled By Your Spouse! During a recent phone consultation I spoke with a woman in her 30s who tearfully explained she had no control over her life. Her husband had multiple separate accounts and wanted to know all about her finances, but would share no information about ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 28-Oct-2022 How Unromantic! My Fiance Wants a Prenuptial Agreement! Should I Still Marry Him? This was a text I received from Joanne. Her text continued and said,” I’m designing my wedding dress, selecting flowers, and tasting cakes for the happiest day of my life! Why is my fiance talking to me about a prenuptial agreement? When ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 26-Oct-2022 Can't Locate Your Spouse to Divorce? Let Me Help You! If you want a divorce but you and your spouse have been estranged and you don’t know how to locate your spouse, Divorce by Publication is your answer! In New York the legal system requires that you make every effort to find your spouse in order ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 24-Oct-2022 Let Me Help You Start the Dreaded Divorce Conversation! Ken and Andrea have been married for 16 years. They have an 8-year-old daughter on the autism spectrum. Ken is a tech specialist, and Andrea works part-time in an art gallery. For the past 3 years, Ken has been concerned that his wife has been in ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 21-Oct-2022 Divorcing? Children? Holidays? Oh, No! When you are a divorce attorney, inevitably holiday time for clients and their families is turbulent and for some, very chaotic and unhappy. Who do the children trick or treat with? Where do the children spend Thanksgiving? Who gets Hanukkah? What ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 19-Oct-2022 Avoid These High Net Worth Divorce Mistakes! High Net Worth Divorce cases can be complicated and highly emotional. The proceedings (litigation) or negotiations (mediation) can be exhausting as both parties wrestle for what they feel they deserve. As a skilled high net worth ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 17-Oct-2022 Divorcing? Should You Litigate or Mediate? When considering divorce, clients are usually familiar with going to court and fighting. More and more couples are learning there are effective, peaceful options. Some spouses want to fight but others don’t. Having a choice is truly a gift. ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 14-Oct-2022 Is a Personality Disorder Ruining Your Marriage? If you have answered yes, you are not alone. Many marriages are plagued by mental health issues and most divorce attorneys are not equipped to tackle the psychological strategy necessary to successfully dissolve this type of complex marriage. For ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Oct-2022 Is It True Divorce Can Ruin Your Credit Score? If you are thinking about getting a divorce, your credit score may be the last thing on your mind, but you’d better think twice. Divorce can greatly impact your finances and credit history. Even the most amicable divorce can leave you in ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 10-Oct-2022 Thinking of Divorce? Don't Make These Mistakes! I have been a psychologically-trained divorce attorney and mediator for over 35 years. I have successfully helped thousands of spouses through the most difficult times of their lives. I have championed their steps whether they have mediated, ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 7-Oct-2022 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 ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 5-Oct-2022 How Do I Start the Divorce Process? As a psychologically-trained divorce attorney/mediator I get lots of questions about divorce. If you are thinking of going through a divorce here is some information that will help you. Who can file for divorce in the State of New York? Any legally ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 3-Oct-2022 Is Divorce Anxiety Stopping You From Getting Divorced? Are you thinking about divorcing but afraid to take the first step? Is the thought of getting a divorce keeping you up at night? Do you get heart palpitations every time you start googling divorce attorneys? Yes, divorce anxiety is a real thing. As a ... Continue Reading