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This article was written by Freya Robbins When it comes to divorce, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? My guess is that it’s lawyers, fights about money and children, attorneys, judges, arguments, and courtrooms. That is what most people assume, so you’re not alone in this. Celebrities such as Adele, Brittney…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Why is it that when the holidays roll around each year there is a rise in divorce? Is divorce directly correlated to the holidays? If there is a correlation, could it just be the stress that you feel during the holiday season? Most of us would agree that…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins What is a wife entitled to in a divorce in Florida? This is a commonly asked question by both wives and husbands who are facing divorce or separation. Once the emotional decision has been made to end a relationship it becomes very much a financial transaction. It is…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins “I am worried about how our divorce will affect our children” is what 95% of couples say when I have my first meeting with them. I remember being concerned about that too! I had no idea at that time how horrific the impact would be. Oh, don’t worry,…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins The holidays are swiftly approaching, for some that means exciting family traditions, travel, and comfort and for others that means stress, interacting with family members that you aren’t fond of, and just making it through that day without an altercation. Let’s dive a little deeper into this topic.…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins One of the most common questions I get asked is “How to get a divorce in Florida”? Florida is a no-fault state, and it is an equitable distribution state, meaning that it is no one’s fault that there is a divorce and that the couple must divide their…
Continue ReadingBusiness mediation can present itself in many different forms from having issues with a: Co-worker Business partner HR issue Associate Separate business Family business The process of mediation helps both parties involved talk about the issues at hand and listen to one another while working together to create a fair agreement that works for all…
Continue ReadingWhy Relationships Are So Hard This article was written by Freya Robbins Do you feel like your relationships come naturally or do you feel like they are a lot of work? I often getthe question “Why are relationships so hard?” People are frustrated in today’s age with finding ameaningful relationship. The good news is if…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Elder mediation is not a term that people are often familiar with hearing. Elder mediation is often used when an adult child has an aging parent. Elder mediation is especially important when you have several family members involved that are not in agreement about their loved one’s current…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Have you ever heard of a Post-Nuptial Agreement or Postnup? This term isn’t well known. A Post-Nuptial Agreement provides the couple with the opportunity to discuss and agree how monies will be handled before there can be any issue. This includes how a relationship can be affected by:…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins When it comes to our relationships in life whether they be family, friends, or romantic they all are the same in the fact that they all require effort. When you have a well-oiled machine that runs without a hitch, it’s easy to forget to maintain that machine to…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Often the word Pre-Nuptial Agreement or Prenup being discussed before a day you dreamed about your whole life can seem scary and have a negative connotation associated with it. But that is a widely spread misconception, pre-nuptial agreements are beneficial to both parties involved in the event of…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Divorce mediation involves two parties and a neutral third party. The objective of divorce mediation is to maintain the integrity of the family relationship, reduce the emotional and financial stress of divorce, and achieve resolution so you can both move on with your lives. Here at Zollinger…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Marriage mediation focuses on working with a couple together to find the root of some of the tension they have had in their relationship. Working with couples to communicate effectively, listen to one another, and help the couple come up with a plan of action to mend their…
Continue ReadingThis article was originally published in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. The Child Protection Center has announced the appointment of Tina Granthon as the new chair of its board of directors. Jennifer Steube also was named vice-chair and Freya Robbins was named a new member of the board. “We feel very fortunate to welcome these three dedicated…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins Is it me, or did parenting suddenly get a lot more complicated? It is bad enough with dealing with COVID but being separated or divorced is making our lives crazy right now! Parenting today with both parents working is different than how many of us were raised. Can…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins My attorney will present my case to the judge, but does my attorney really understand my financial situation? If you do not fully understand your financial situation to begin with, it makes sense that you might be more concerned about the outcome regarding your finances if there will…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins I remember the day (many years ago, now) I decided to make a conscious effort to be more mindful of who I chose to spend time with. Not all of my friends had the same aspirations and motivation I did. They were good, decent people, but I came…
Continue ReadingWhen Business Gets Personal | Covering Your Ass(ets) This article was written by Freya Robbins It is unlikely that you expected a dissolution of marriage after working so hard to build your business, but here you are. Now what? There may be more people in a similar situation than you know, but that probably does…
Continue ReadingThis article was written by Freya Robbins If Valentine’s Day is the season of love, why do so many couples break up around the Holidays? It is only from my own perspective of working with couples the past 16 years who seek a divorce that is fair and equal but not hurtful to each other…
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