Legal Matters

Relationships

Financial Abuse: What It Is, What to Do if You're a Victim

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on February 17, 2021

If you are being kept in the dark about your marital finances or are given an allowance doled out by your spouse, you might be a victim of financial abuse.

If you are being kept in the dark about your marital finances or are given an allowance doled out by your spouse, you might be a victim of financial abuse.

Parenting

5 Tips for Co-Parenting Through the Holidays, in a Pandemic

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on December 2, 2020

COVID-related guidance has made navigating the holidays even more challenging for divorced families.

COVID-related guidance has made navigating the holidays even more challenging for divorced families.

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Risks Rise as Temperatures Drop

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on November 17, 2020

Domestic violence hotline calls have risen substantially since the pandemic began. Calls are expected to continue rising as the temperature drops.

Domestic violence hotline calls have risen substantially since the pandemic began. Calls are expected to continue rising as the temperature drops.

Divorce

COVID-19 Struggles Continue for Separated and Divorced Parents

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on September 29, 2020

Given the continuing and seemingly interminable stresses of the pandemic, how can you continue to be your best self as a separated or divorced co-parent?

Given the continuing and seemingly interminable stresses of the pandemic, how can you continue to be your best self as a separated or divorced co-parent?

Gaslighting

5 Legal Tips to Prepare to Divorce a Gaslighter

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on August 5, 2020

There is no doubt that gaslighting exists in some long-term relationships. Breaking free requires strength, organization, and ideally, a strong support network.

There is no doubt that gaslighting exists in some long-term relationships. Breaking free requires strength, organization, and ideally, a strong support network.

Anxiety

Reducing Anxiety Around Getting Married

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on June 17, 2020

A marriage and family therapist addresses the ways couples can manage pre-wedding anxiety, from talk therapy to drafting a prenup.

A marriage and family therapist addresses the ways couples can manage pre-wedding anxiety, from talk therapy to drafting a prenup.

Divorce

The Rush to Divorce Mediation in the Time of COVID-19

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on May 13, 2020

Mediation might not be optimal for those whose spouse suffers from narcissism, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or other mental health issues.

Mediation might not be optimal for those whose spouse suffers from narcissism, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or other mental health issues.

Divorce

For Some, COVID-19 Togetherness Means Thinking About Divorce

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on April 20, 2020

Our current situation is enough to make anyone consider a drastic life change. This article is for those who were considering divorce long before they heard the word "coronavirus."

Our current situation is enough to make anyone consider a drastic life change. This article is for those who were considering divorce long before they heard the word "coronavirus."

Divorce

Divorce and Co-Parenting in the Time of COVID-19

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on March 24, 2020

Despite widespread frustration and concern, this is the time to be even more mindful about keeping your children out of the fray of litigation and marital strife.

Despite widespread frustration and concern, this is the time to be even more mindful about keeping your children out of the fray of litigation and marital strife.

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar and Looking for Love

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on February 12, 2020

Anne Hathaway’s character in an episode of "Modern Love" is a great example of why it is not a good idea to hide a personality disorder in a relationship.

Anne Hathaway’s character in an episode of "Modern Love" is a great example of why it is not a good idea to hide a personality disorder in a relationship.

Divorce

How to Get the Most out of Working With a Child Therapist

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on January 21, 2020

Getting through a divorce is hard enough for children. Enlisting the help of a therapist can go a long way toward making it easier for some kids.

Getting through a divorce is hard enough for children. Enlisting the help of a therapist can go a long way toward making it easier for some kids.

Divorce

Surprise Holiday Bills?

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on January 2, 2020

You may be facing unwanted bills after a spouse’s manic spending. There are ways to protect yourself.

You may be facing unwanted bills after a spouse’s manic spending. There are ways to protect yourself.

Divorce

The Holidays Are Almost Here

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on November 12, 2019

But for divorced families, child custody issues often come to the forefront at this emotional time of year.

But for divorced families, child custody issues often come to the forefront at this emotional time of year.

Divorce

Dating After Divorce

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on October 7, 2019

Many divorcing parents wonder how dating will affect their children and question the best time to introduce a new significant other.

Many divorcing parents wonder how dating will affect their children and question the best time to introduce a new significant other.

Personality

Borderline Personality and Custody

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on September 10, 2019

There is a particularly dangerous unpredictability when it comes to child custody litigation if one of the parents suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

There is a particularly dangerous unpredictability when it comes to child custody litigation if one of the parents suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

Gaslighting

Gaslighting in the Age of Smart Home Technology

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on July 23, 2019

Gaslighting is among the most subtle yet damaging forms of emotional abuse, and it is a technique deployed by people who seek to control the behavior of others.

Gaslighting is among the most subtle yet damaging forms of emotional abuse, and it is a technique deployed by people who seek to control the behavior of others.

Narcissism

Divorcing a Narcissist? Be Prepared

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on June 13, 2019

You have likely heard the term "narcissist"—and you may even be trying to figure out how to disentangle yourself from a relationship with a narcissist in your life.

You have likely heard the term "narcissist"—and you may even be trying to figure out how to disentangle yourself from a relationship with a narcissist in your life.

Divorce

The Threat of False Allegations in the #MeToo Era

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on March 7, 2019

There can be no denial that extreme stress can exacerbate mental illness.

There can be no denial that extreme stress can exacerbate mental illness.

Health

Mental Health Records Aren’t Always Confidential

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on January 23, 2019

In a custody proceeding, an individual must understand that their mental state will be considered, including any history of mental health disorders.

In a custody proceeding, an individual must understand that their mental state will be considered, including any history of mental health disorders.

Bipolar Disorder

Protect Yourself and Your Finances Against a Bipolar Spouse

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on January 3, 2019

As a matrimonial and family law attorney, I often meet with people who are concerned about protecting themselves financially from a spouse’s out-of-control spending.

As a matrimonial and family law attorney, I often meet with people who are concerned about protecting themselves financially from a spouse’s out-of-control spending.