January has been dubbed “Divorce Month” in some circles because of the surge in divorce filings that happen after the new year. If you’re going to call it quits in 2023, here’s what you need to know and do to be prepared! Decide HOW you want to divorce. From Mediation...
Year: 2022 Articles
Making the Holidays Special When Divorced
The holiday season is upon us, and holidays can be a difficult time for divorced families!! That’s because more and more people are feeling so possessive over their children and their time with their children that they have difficulty seeing a broader picture. If you...
Let’s Talk about Mediation!
Divorce mediation is a true first love of mine, and that love informs all the other approaches to family law. I have always loved mediating cases, even as I continued to practice in other ways. Litigation. Collaborative Divorce. Mediation is different from the act of...
Alisa Peskin-Shepherd: Legal Entrepreneur
It’s an interesting challenge to be an entrepreneur who owns a business but also a practicing attorney focused on family law. Nine years ago, I formed Transitions Legal as a law firm that serves family law clients without judgment, and with respect, dignity and...
Delving Into Diversity & Inclusion in Collaborative Law
Recently, I was invited to be one of the speakers in a special program hosted by the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, IACP. I am an IACP member, and I sit on its Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility Committee (IDEA). Last month, I led...
Happy Anniversary, Transitions Legal!!
This month marks nine years that Transitions Legal has been in business! Happy anniversary to us! I’m thrilled to share on this ninth anniversary, that this law firm, which focuses on divorce and family law, continues to grow and evolve and serve clients in ever-new...