Schmitt Law, PLLC

07/23/2026

07/21/2026

While divorce may end a marriage, it doesn't have to end a respectful relationship — especially when children are involved.

In this blog, I share a few practical tips for maintaining a positive co-parenting relationship with your former spouse: https://tinyurl.com/36rmpnc5

07/17/2026

In recognition of National Child-Centered Divorce Month, I've gathered a few helpful resources focused on supporting children and helping parents navigate divorce with their well-being in mind.

💠 Telling The Kids You’re Divorcing: https://tinyurl.com/4a9jckv9
💠 Why Collaborative Divorce Is Kid-Friendly: https://tinyurl.com/mrxxrpu9
💠 Handling Long-Distance Parenting: https://tinyurl.com/mrxhawsk
💠 6 Divorce Tips for Mothers: https://tinyurl.com/24pe3dp7

07/08/2026

If you’ve decided to pursue divorce, let’s talk.

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07/04/2026

Today we celebrate 250 years! 🎉

We hope you have a fun and safe Independence Day! Happy 4th! 🎆

07/03/2026

There is no road map or perfect way to tell your spouse you want a divorce. It will never be an easy conversation. However, the following is general advice for how to best approach this type of conversation.

🔗 Learn more in my blog: https://tinyurl.com/f58km6ba

06/30/2026

Compromise doesn’t mean giving in to all of your spouse’s demands, but coming to an agreement by mutual concession. You need to be willing to meet in the middle by finding a resolution you can both handle. You may need to reduce your demands or change your opinion on what you believe is a fair resolution in order to reach an agreement. Ask yourself: can you live with the terms your spouse is offering?

Are the terms an equitable and fair resolution of your divorce issues? It’s not about either of you walking away ‘happy’ but walking away being able to live with the deal.

06/27/2026

The plain truth is this: the judge doesn’t know what you know about your life. The judge doesn’t care as much as you do about your family. And the judge has very little time to hear the small details of your life. Leaving your most important decisions to the judge may be unwise.

🔗 Check out my blog to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/yrf9e6zh

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day! I hope everyone has a great holiday! 💙