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Managing a High Conflict Divorce

August 16, 2023 By Paula Lock Smyth

Divorce and Conflict

Divorce is rarely an easy process, but when one of the parties involved has a high conflict personality, it can become an emotional rollercoaster.  High conflict personalities can create a hostile environment, leading to increased disputes and challenges during the divorce process. Understanding the High Conflict Personality Type A high conflict personality is someone who possesses a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Collaborative Divorce Tagged With: divorce in Texas, High Conflict

The Costs of a High Conflict Divorce

February 23, 2022 By Paula Lock Smyth

High Conflict

A high conflict divorce is one where at least one of the parties in the case is difficult to deal with or at least one of the attorneys seems to enjoy stirring up the pot. Whichever it is, it can substantially increase the cost of the divorce. How a High Conflict Divorce Increases the Cost The main way a high conflict divorce increases the cost is by increasing the number of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Divorce Tagged With: conflict, Divorce Costs, High Conflict, Litigation

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Divorce in Texas

What Do People Need to Know About Getting a Divorce in Dallas?  

Every jurisdiction has its own rules for how the family law court system works. Dallas County is no … [Read More...]

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