Seasonal Archives - Lorisa Stein Family Law

Posted December 18, 2017 | by Lorisa Stein |in Child Support, Co-Parenting, Collaborative Approach, Collaborative Divorce & Toronto Family Law, Custody & Access, Divorce, Family Dispute Resolution, Family Issue Resolution, Mediation, Post Separation Changes, Seasonal, Separation Agreements, Shared Parenting

Holiday Separations: 7 Critical Considerations

Separating during the holiday season can be complicated, balancing your own needs with the needs of your children and family expectations. Keep these considerations in mind as you transition into a separated family this season. Your children always come first Regardless of how you feel about your spouse, the key to good co-parenting is making

Posted May 6, 2016 | by Lorisa Stein |in Seasonal

Mother's Day: Reflection, Remembrance and Reconciliation

Mother’s Day has traditionally served as a special opportunity to recognize all of our important ‘mothers’ who have contributed to our life in many ways, in our formative years or today as adults. For some, it’s a day of reflecting upon all of the supportive, loving, and kind memories recalled with your own mother, mother-in-law

Posted February 11, 2016 | by Lorisa Stein |in Seasonal

Valentine’s Day: It’s about people

A Roman history, a call to beloveds, a Hallmark creation, a candy bonanza. For me, it’s the people. The best friends, the embracing ‘family’, the intergenerational gathering. It’s the warmth, camaraderie and gently sincere queries which go deeper than a ‘how are you’ in passing. It’s the hugs and cheek- to- cheek kisses from long

Posted December 29, 2015 | by Lorisa Stein |in Seasonal

7 Wishes of a Family Law Lawyer

1. Ask yourself what outcomes you are seeking before you confirm your decision to separate. Who can assist you to understand the consequences of and implications to others when exercising those plans? 2. Use both listening and hearing without projecting your ideas, judgments, and opinions. Allow your mind to become silent to the ‘noise’ within

Posted December 21, 2015 | by Lorisa Stein |in Divorce, Seasonal, Separation Agreements

10 Holiday Traditions Upset? Or Reset?

Separation is accompanied by conflict, loss, and confusion for both the parents and children. The extended families may be fending off taking take sides. From their perspective, their long-standing involvement in the kids’ lives could be seriously jeopardized. Emotions already at a high, can be easily enflamed. Misunderstandings outnumber kind gestures. Children feel unsettled and