Dr. Judith Gerhart, CFP
Certified Divorce Financial Analyst 
Separation
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Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Some couples are choosing to weather the economic storm together, with the hope that when the economy bounces back they will be able to go through with the separation. Divorce is expensive, with standard negotiations starting around $10,000 per person.
Although couples may have started the reconciliation process for the sake of the bank account, they [...]
Limits of Collaboration
Friday, August 29th, 2008
Despite the most concerted efforts of capable counsel, we all know that not all cases settle, and those that do settle sometimes don’t settle easily. All of us have encountered the frustration of the last-minute, courthouse steps agreement, after completion of all the work and stress of trial preparation. Why is it that some cases [...]
Good Lawyers Routinely Practice Cooperatively
Thursday, August 28th, 2008
Even the most enthusiastic supporters of “collaborative divorce” concede that the concept of settling cases rather than litigating them is hardly novel. Capable family law practitioners have always directed their effort and creativity toward reaching agreement rather than duking it out in court. It isn’t news to anyone that litigation is expensive - sometimes prohibitively [...]
Collaborative Divorce
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
“Collaborative divorce” is the new buzz word in family law practice. Its proponents enthuse about better and less costly settlements, greater client satisfaction, fewer accounts receivable, and less stress in the practice of law, than they can achieve through a conventional approach to family law disputes. How realistic are these claims? What are the down [...]
Disclosures of Finances
Friday, August 22nd, 2008
Frequently in relationships, one person knows more about their finances than the other. California is a community property state. This means, all property acquired after the date of marriage, before the date of separation, except for gift and inheritance, is community property. Community property assumes the notion that even in relationships where only one spouse [...]
Interview With Krizia Part 2
Tuesday, August 19th, 2008
Heart felt inteviews with Krizia, creator of MyBeautyMatch.com, on overcoming the struggles she faced with her separation and divorce are continued. She is insipiration for women trying to regain independence after divorce and live an abundant and successful life.
Filling of Petition / Response
Monday, August 18th, 2008
California is a ”no-fault” state. This means that either spouse can file a divorce without proving someone is at fault (i.e. cheating, physical violence, etc.) Thus in order to start a divorce, one party simply files a Petition for Dissolution. Currently, this petition costs $320 to file.
After the petition is filed, the party who filed it [...]
Divorce Counselling - Over 50
Thursday, August 14th, 2008
Seek divorce counselling: Once you’re divorced everything may seem to fall away such as social life, confidence and financial security. You may feel uncomfortable discussing your feelings and problems that exist as a result of divorce. But counselling is a good step.
Counselling is a sure way to lay out your concerns on the able for [...]
Divorce Over the Age of Fifty - How Do You Survive?
Wednesday, August 13th, 2008
Make friends with like-minded people like yourself. Going it alone can be a daunting experience if you have been together for a long time. Wheather you wanted the divorce or not it could be difficult getting used to being on your own. If your companion was your ex-companion then you may find that your social [...]
Interview with Krizia Part 1
Tuesday, August 12th, 2008
Heart felt inteviews with Krizia, creator of MyBeautyMatch.com, on overcoming the struggles she faced with her separation and divorce. She is insipiration for women trying to regain independence after divorce and live an abundant and successful life.
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