Blog Posts in July, 2023 Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 26-Jul-2023 Thinking About Divorce? Scared to Fill Out the Dreaded Statement of Net Worth? As a divorce attorney/ mediator for over 35 years, I have seen many clients look scared when I hand them a Statement of Net Worth. The good news is there is nothing to fear, and I’m here to help! I find that most clients hate filling out their ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 24-Jul-2023 Ready to leave a Miserable Marriage? You may be living in an unhappy marriage and just have not gotten the courage to do anything about it. It's easy to keep putting it off because you know it will be unpleasant. As a medically trained divorce lawyer and mediator who deals with both ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 21-Jul-2023 Lois Brenner's Parenting Plan Checklist! When parents separate or divorce, it is important to create a parenting agreement that outlines how they will share responsibilities for their children's care and upbringing. As a skilled, psychologically trained family law attorney/mediator, I ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 19-Jul-2023 Did You Know That Psychology Plays a Big Role in Marriage and Divorce? Marriage and divorce are two significant life events that can have a huge impact on one's mental health and well-being. While marriage can bring happiness, companionship, fulfillment and love, divorce can be a challenging and emotional process ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 17-Jul-2023 Do You Need An Uncontested Divorce? As a divorce attorney and mediator for more than 35 years, I have guided many spouse through the divorce process. New York law allows couples to obtain an uncontested divorce when both parties agree to the divorce as well as agreeing to spousal ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 14-Jul-2023 Need Help Talking to Your Spouse About Divorce? Scott and Jen have been married for 10 years. They have a 9-year-old daughter with behavioral problems. Scott is a drone pilot, and Jen works part-time as a makeup artist. For the past three years, Scott has been concerned that his wife has been in ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Jul-2023 Getting Married? Have You Discussed Your Marriage "Money Style?" Money for most of us is an emotionally charged topic. That’s why few of us, and few couples, like to talk about it. When couples come to see me and are considering a divorce, money can actually be what is driving the couple apart, even more ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 10-Jul-2023 Are You Trapped in a Toxic Marriage? Let Us Help You Choose the Best Divorce Path to Get Out! Thinking about divorce? Is your spouse hiding money, mentally unstable, cheating, or abusing you? Or perhaps you are in agreement with getting a divorce and you just need a “voice of reason” to guide and protect you in the process? As a ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 7-Jul-2023 Lois Brenner's Survival Guide for Divorcing a Narcissist! If you are going to divorce a narcissist, my survival guide will help you! Are you ready? Do you have what it takes? Come on! You can do it! And I can help… As a medically trained divorce attorney and mediator, I have navigated successful ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 5-Jul-2023 10 Tips on Managing Work-life Balance for a Better Marriage! Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for your overall well-being, and it also has a significant impact on your marriage. Do you ever feel like you're being pulled in too many directions? As a medical and family law professional, ... Continue Reading Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 3-Jul-2023 Are You Over 50 and Considering a "Gray Divorce?" A gray divorce refers to the dissolution of a marriage between individuals who are over the age of 50 or who have been married for a long time. It is called "gray" divorce because it typically involves older adults, and the term plays on ... Continue Reading