Articles Tagged with after divorce

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

Divorce happens for many different reasons, but here’s one universal fact—the sooner you learn to effectively converse with the other half of your crumbling marriage, the better off you’ll be.  Last blog’s communication culprit was The Victim.  This blog we feature their Creator. Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

One of the trickiest things about divorce is learning how to communicate with your ex. It’s easy to slip into old habits, talk too much, and over-complicate things.  Shorter is sweeter my friends—unnecessary interactions stem from emotions caused by your split.  Entertaining them only drags out the recovery process.  Below are the perpetrators who commit these heinous communication crimes, and, in turn, add undue stress and heartache to their lives.  We’ve provided some suggestions (and okay, Greensboro, they might not be exactly ten words) to make conversation with the one you used to love healthy and productive. Still…if you see yourself in any of these scenarios, you may need to seek treatment. Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

It’s springtime in the Triad! The season of new blossoms, warming weather and parting clouds has inspired me to talk to you about how important staying positive really is.  Whether you’re writing your separation agreement or mediating custody, anything that irreparably changes your personal life is mentally and emotionally taxing.   It’s hard to keep that chin up when there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

If you’re on our blog, chances are you’re in one of the three stages of divorce: contemplating, in the process of, or finalized.  Regardless, life probably feels like a never-ending rollercoaster.  At a time when everything is spinning out of control, it’s natural to wonder how the heck you got to this awful place.  As the adventure of 2016 commences, remember this:  life is what you make of it, and it doesn’t have to suck. Continue reading →

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By Dana Horlick, Attorney, Woodruff Family Law Group

Getting married seems to be relatively simple, at least when compared to the process of obtaining a divorce. In North Carolina, for example, a civil divorce is typically granted on the basis of a one-year separation of the parties, where at least one party had the intent to remain separate indefinitely. This means that getting a divorce can drag on for longer than the parties even lived as a married couple. Having an experienced divorce attorney can assist you in navigating this sometimes complex process.  Keep in mind this is a divorce by the State of North Carolina.  A religious recognition of your divorce can be a separate matter in several religions.  This blog addresses a tragic Jewish situation. Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

B is for BALANCE AND MODERATION

“Balance is not something you find; it’s something you create.” –Jane Kingsford

Divorce can have a funny way of consuming you, and it’s easy to get caught up in the New Year self-improvement frenzy.  Avoid heaping resolutions to your already hefty “to-do” pile–you may crash and burn. Instead, bring some harmony to your life by being choosy. Continue reading →

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By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA

There are lots of times many Piedmont Triad and other North Carolinians wish that they could put a GPS tracking device on an ex’s car.  Maybe you want to know who the “other woman” or “other man” is.  Maybe you want to see what the father or mother of your child is doing.  Maybe you want to see if your ex is going to strip clubs.  Whatever your reason or mindset, North Carolina has recently enacted new legislation you need to know, and you need to know now!!! Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

Did you know that of the 45% of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions, 49% have limited success while 24% never succeed at all? That’s bad news if you’re trying to adjust to divorce. A life change of this magnitude is grueling; it feels like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Resolutions would be just another thing to fail at, right?

Wrong. When done correctly, setting some objectives for 2016 can help you race to recovery. In the upcoming posts, you’ll find some tips that will strengthen your resolve to be a healthier, happier you in 2016. Continue reading →

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By Amy Setzer, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

Cherishing family and friends and celebrating what really matters can be hard to do when Divorce is a thing in your life.  Right now, you may feel broken and bitter while everyone else seems to be hopping around with some joyous version of Seasonal Affective Disorder.  I know how you feel. Continue reading →

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By Diana Westrick, Legal Assistant, Woodruff Family Law Group

 Part Two

 Now that you read through yesterday’s Part One of frugally meeting your resolutions, it is time to introduce two more traditional New Year goals.  With the help of inspiration from Eva Longoria and Martha Stewart, the resources listed below will be your beginning guide. Continue reading →