Should I be cleaning up after my husband?
Is it a common thing in a marriage for me to be cleaning up after my husband as if he is just another one of our children? Many men who, if their mothers were homemakers, understandably believe that one of…
Did divorce change the way you think of love, romance, marriage?
Did your divorce change the way you think of love, romance and marriage, and how? Those who divorce without good cause, i.e., when there isn’t abuse, cruelty, neglect, abandonment, substance abuse, etc. fail to understand that there is no real,…
What causes a whole family to abandon an innocent family member?
What would cause a whole family to abandon one family member if they did nothing wrong? Many possibilities, including, but not necessarily limited to: Mental illness. Mass delusion. Holding opinions the others dislike Vindictiveness Jealousy Lack of contact and communication…
In your marriage, how did you decide which jobs each of you would be responsible for?
In your marriage, how did you decide which jobs each of you would be responsible for? We know that we’re a team and need to work together to succeed as a couple and family. Knowing that helps motivate us to…
How do I avoid a boring married life?
First, boredom is a part of life, married or not. Don’t worry too much about a little boredom now and then, and don’t waste too much effort on “boredom avoidance.” It’ll come for you on occasion regardless of what you…
What’s the best age to get married and least likely to end up in a divorce?
24. Just kidding. While we can likely all agree that one should not marry too young and that one should not postpone marriage too long, there is no ideal age at which to marry. Precisely when to marry so as…
Should I always stand up to my spouse in every dispute?
No. Here is why: No one should defend a position one knows to be wrong; Even if, arguendo, your spouse were always in the right in every dispute: One may occasionally find it better not defend one’s position when the…
Is it common in a marriage for me to be cleaning up after my husband?
Many men who, if their mothers were homemakers, understandably believe that one of a wife’s duties is housekeeping and cleaning up after her family members. Fewer women are homemakers now, but men my age often had mothers who did the…
Which is best, divorce or stay married for the sake of the kids?
Question: Do you think married people should be able to get a divorce if one or both sides no longer love the other even if they have a kid/kids, or if they have a kid/kids they should only be able…
How did divorce change your views about marriage?
I am a divorce lawyer, but I am not divorced and never have been. Good willing, I never will have cause to be divorced. I have always believed in marriage. There is no better way for men and women and…
Would you want a divorce from someone you knew disliked your mother?
My disdain for my mother-in-law grows every time I see her. Would you want a divorce from someone you knew disliked your mother? Not necessarily. Maybe your wife doesn’t like her mother either, but assuming that she does like her…
As a divorce lawyer, what is the most ridiculous reason your client filed divorce for?
As a divorce lawyer, what is the most ridiculous reason your client filed divorce for? ‘Nothing super weird in my experience. About as ridiculous a “reason” for divorce I’ve been told is simply, “I’m not happy” when the person’s spouse…
A Divorce Lawyer Just Gave Incredibly Powerful Marriage Advice and It’s Only 4 Words Long
A Divorce Lawyer Just Gave Incredibly Powerful Marriage Advice and It’s Only 4 Words Long (click the link to access the full article) Inc. Magazine by Jessica Stillman
Is it ever a good idea to postpone a divorce for the ‘children’s sake’?
Ever? Certainly. Always? No. (and remember: though I’m a divorce lawyer, that does not mean I am a raving fan of divorce. I’m not. Rarely does even the “best divorce” measure up to a “sufficient marriage”) While it is clearly…
What advice do you have for a man who just found out his wife wants to divorce him?
I’m a divorce lawyer, but I would like respond to your question both as a lawyer and as a spouse. First, if learning your wife wants a divorce comes as a shock, you have my sympathy (and the sympathy of…
When did you realize that fighting for your marriage was useless?
When did you realize that fighting for your marriage was useless? Many people ask me questions about “my” divorce. I am not divorced, I never have been, and (God willing), I will never have cause to be and never will…
11 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Divorce (from the New York Times)
11 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Divorce By Eric V Copage May 18, 2017, New York Times Common sense suggests that asking the right questions before getting married can make for a better union, but rarely is the other…
How can I prevent divorce?
Keep in mind that there is only so much you can do to prevent divorce. If your spouse wants to divorce, no amount of your effort or will power may be enough to stop him/her. With that in mind, I…