Archive for August 2026
Prenuptial Agreements are on the Rise. Why Younger Couples are Taking Care of the Details Before Taking the Plunge
Prenuptial Agreements are on the Rise. Why Younger Couples are Taking Care of the Details Before Taking the Plunge. By Tracy Ann Moore-Grant Surveys by The Harris Poll reveal that prenuptial agreements are surging in popularity, particularly among younger generations. Over 50% of engaged or married adults under 45 have signed a prenup, roughly double…
Read MoreBreaking the Silence: Divorce, Stigma, and Change in South Asian Communities
Breaking the Silence: Divorce, Stigma, and Change in South Asian Communities By Neena Saxena, Lawyer & Mediator, Patterson Moore Butler, Georgia Divorce is never easy, but within South Asian communities, it often comes with an added layer of complexity. Even as attitudes slowly shift, many people navigating separation still face deep-rooted stigma, family pressure, and…
Read MoreHelping Families Navigate Divorce Through Therapy, Coaching, and Collaboration
Divorce is rarely just a legal process. It is also a profound emotional transition that shapes the future of parents, children, and entire families. While attorneys resolve legal issues, experienced mental health professionals help families navigate the human side of divorce by improving communication, reducing conflict, and supporting healthier outcomes long after the case is…
Read MoreA More Human Approach to Divorce: Meet ADN Member Joerika Stitt
Joerika Stitt, J.D., M.S.W., is an Illinois attorney, Certified Mediator, and Certified Collaborative Divorce Attorney whose practice focuses on helping families resolve divorce without unnecessary conflict. Through Joerika Stitt Esquire, LLC, she represents clients in uncontested divorce, mediation, and collaborative divorce matters. Her approach to family law, however, began long before she became an attorney.…
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