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How Family Circle Meetings After Divorce Create Connection and Clarity
Feeling disconnected from your kids after divorce? Family circle meetings can rebuild trust, invite open conversations, and create emotional safety in your home.

Michelle Rakowski
Nov 93 min read


Six Divorce Lawyer Red Flags Your Attorney Isn’t Telling You
Something about your lawyer feels off, but you can’t quite name it? These six divorce lawyer red flags will help you trust your gut and take back control.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 213 min read


The Hidden Cost of Divorce Litigation - and How to Avoid It
Litigation doesn’t just cost money, it costs time, peace, and relationships. Here’s how to avoid the hidden cost of divorce litigation and protect what matters most.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 213 min read


Is Your Lawyer Keeping You in the Dark on Purpose? A Truthful Look at Divorce Lawyer Communication
If you’re confused, left out, or unsure what your lawyer is actually doing—you might be stuck in a communication trap. Here’s how to take your power back.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 213 min read


How the Legal System Profits from Divorce Fear - And What to Do Instead
Fear is the legal system’s favorite fuel. But you don’t have to fall for it. Learn how to stop letting divorce fear run the show and take back control of your future.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 213 min read


Think You Have to Lawyer Up? Read This First
Everyone says, “Lawyer up.” But is that really your best first move? Before you commit, read this and find out what kind of divorce process you truly want.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 213 min read


The Divorce Trap No One Warns You About
There’s a quiet divorce trap most people don’t see coming—until it’s cost them their peace, their money, and their voice. Learn how to avoid it now.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 163 min read


Why a Mediator Might Be Your Best Choice for a Cohabitation Agreement in Ontario
Think you need to spend $7,000 to get a cohabitation agreement in Ontario? Think again. Mediation offers a clear, affordable, and respectful way forward.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 163 min read


Splitting An OMERS Pension After Separation: What You Need to Know
Trying to figure out how to divide an OMERS pension during a separation or divorce? Here’s what you need to know, and how mediation can simplify the process.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 153 min read


Are You the Client or the Pawn? How to Know If You Have a Good Divorce Lawyer
You may think you're the client, but are you really in control? Learn how to know if you have a good divorce lawyer before it's too late.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 103 min read


Why Hiring a Lawyer Too Soon Can Sabotage Your Divorce
Rushing to hire a divorce lawyer might feel smart, but it could sabotage your peace and finances. Learn what to do first before calling legal counsel.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 103 min read


The One Divorce Lawyer Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands
Most people make this one divorce lawyer mistake at the very beginning of their separation, and it could cost them thousands. Here's what to do instead (and why your peace depends on it).

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 103 min read


What If Raising an Obedient Child Cost Them Their Voice?
There’s a sacred difference between obedience and alignment. Obedience says, Do what I say so things stay under control. Alignment says, Let’s both listen for what feels true and kind right now.

Michelle Rakowski
Oct 73 min read


Learning How to Self-Represent Yourself Is Learning How to Advocate for Yourself
Thinking about representing yourself in court? Learn why self-representation is rising in Ontario and how it can become a powerful form of self-advocacy, with the right support.

Robert Goronovsky
Sep 302 min read


Answering Kids with Clarity: A Game-Changer for Single Parents
Tired of answering your kids with “Because I said so”? Learn how answering with clarity, not reaction, can turn daily struggles into connection and growth.

Michelle Rakowski
Sep 303 min read


Can Family Law Make My Ex Pay For What They've Done? What the Ontario System Really Offers
Hurt and angry after your separation? You’re not alone. Here’s the truth about what family law actually offers, and why it isn’t built to make your ex pay.

Michelle Rakowski
Sep 303 min read


What Is a Continuing Record? Understanding Ontario Family Court Files
Confused about court paperwork? This blog explains what a continuing record is—and how to organize it without getting buried in legal confusion.

Robert Goronovsky
Sep 303 min read


Parenting for Single Parents: A New Way That Doesn’t Feel Like a Battle
Parenting for single parents doesn’t have to feel like a never-ending power struggle. There’s a more connected, peaceful way, and it starts from within.

Michelle Rakowski
Sep 304 min read


Moving After a Divorce in Ontario: What You Need to Know About Relocation
Thinking about moving after a divorce in Ontario? Learn how Divorce Act amendments affect relocation, notice requirements, and what courts look for.

Michelle Rakowski
Sep 263 min read


Family Court Delays in Ontario: What to Expect and How to Manage the Wait
Family court delays in Ontario are frustrating but common. Learn why they happen, how they affect families, and what you can do to manage the waiting game.

Michelle Rakowski
Sep 263 min read
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