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Marriage Advice from a Divorce Lawyer of 20+ Years
Written By: Stephen L. Cawelti, CFLS Stephen is a board-certified divorce attorney who has handled complex family law matters in California since 2006. He earned his J.D. from Loyola Law

The Difference Between Divorce Cases That Settle and Those That Spiral
Written By: Stephen L. Cawelti, CFLS Stephen is a board-certified divorce attorney who has handled complex family law matters in California since 2006. He earned his J.D. from Loyola Law

3 Divorce Strategies I’ve Watched Backfire in Los Angeles Courtrooms
After 20 years of practicing family law in Los Angeles County, I’ve seen many different approaches to divorce. Some strategies help move cases toward resolution, while others consistently make the

What 20 Years as a Divorce Attorney Has Taught Me About Marriage and Divorce
After nearly twenty years practicing divorce and family law, I’ve had a front-row seat to one of the most difficult transitions people can go through. I’ve worked on hundreds of

Why Chasing a “Fair” Divorce Can Backfire (And Drain Your Wallet)
Divorce is often fueled by a powerful sense of fairness. When a marriage ends, it’s natural for each spouse to want a result that feels “fair” based on what they

When Your Ex Is on a Mission: How to Survive a High-Conflict Divorce
Divorce is rarely easy. But when your ex treats it like a personal mission to “win,” control, or retaliate, the process becomes far more consuming. A high-conflict divorce is not