Divorce can affect many relationships, and it is not unusual for grandparents to lose contact with their grandchildren in the process. Are you are a grandparent seeking custody or visitation of your grandchildren? If so, we may be able to help. At the Woodruff Family Law Group, our skilled North…
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Trust Isn’t a Four Letter Word
By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupWhen you become newly divorced, a funny thing happens: everyone in Greensboro gets in line to provide (mostly unsolicited and sometimes contradictory) advice on how to move on with your life. It’s a remarkable phenomenon, indeed; all of a sudden you’re surrounded by expert attorneys and therapists. However well-meaning those…
Could Fluffy Fill your Void? Why Adopting a Pet in the Triad can be Beneficial to your Divorce Recovery
By: Diana Westrick, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupOk, you get to choose which unofficial holiday you celebrate in the month of June: Old Maid’s Day or National Hug your Cat Day. For those that have pet allergies, neither of these options may seem too exciting. However, try to consider the underlying point of which I’m trying to…
You Are Cordially Invited to a…Divorce Party
By Kristina Pisano, Blog Writer, Woodruff Family Law GroupI know it is a bit strange, a divorce party? They are currently trending in popularity, but think about it. Different major events in your life, graduations, birthday, weddings, and retirements are all celebrated. If you went through a messy divorce, wouldn’t you want a chance to celebrate surviving and…
Graduation Do’s and Don’ts
By Kristina Pisano, Blog Writer, Woodruff Family Law GroupOn Thursday, May 5, I graduate from the University of North Carolina Greensboro! I am so excited and can’t wait for my close friends and family to watch as I finally get my bachelor’s degree. In the midst of all the graduation excitement, a friend of mine who is also…
Make Them Think It’s Luck, Part 2 of 2
By Diana Westrick, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupHave you ever noticed that what you are thinking does not always translate into what you are trying to communicate? Let’s refer back to those people from Part 1: Despite the most complicated, high-stress situations, they somehow manage to get their point across in the most concise manner possible. Is…
How to Survive Wedding Season After a Divorce
By Kristina Pisano, Blog Writer, Woodruff Family Law GroupThe flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and a warm breeze is telling you it is that time of year again…wedding season! You have been getting happy couples pictures asking you to “Save-the-date” for their special day since January 2. Bridal shower invites are rolling in on your email…
Make Them Think It’s Luck: Part 1 of 2
By Diana Westrick, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupWe all know those people. You know, the ones who seem to have everything fall into their lap; no obstacles or signs of struggle in sight. We all hate those people, simply because, if we’re honest, we know we want to be them. Just imagine this scenario: you’re a new…
How to Communicate with Your Ex in Ten(ish) Words or Less: Part 4 of 4
By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupDomestic violence doesn’t end when a victim gets “out,” it just switches tactics. The final participant in our Communication Challenge knows that better than anyone. Day in and day out, their own demons trick them into repeating the battle they’ve already won—only difference is, this time, it’s not in person.…
How to Communicate with your Ex in ten(ish) words or less: Part 3 of 4
By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law GroupDivorce is never one person’s fault—it takes two to break up and I think most of us know that. But ask the next contender in our communication series, and they’ll sing a different tune. Ladies and gentlemen of the Triad, meet our third contestant (click here for contestants one and…