Considering reconciliation

It is not easy to end a marriage.  Divorce can destroy a person’s sense of security and belonging.  It is a huge loss which has an effect on ones future.  Many people would prefer their marriage to work out.  Many individuals before seeking the help of a divorce attorney consider an alternative to divorce – marriage reconciliation.

A reconciliation period is where you try to resolve disputes in a non-adversarial way, without the intervention of the courts.  This is mostly done through counseling.  In order for a reconciliation to work, the couple must accept that there are varied versions of the past issues – it works without trying to change these issues.  It moves toward the future and does not dwell on the past.

If you are considering reconciliation, you must set new ground rules for maintaining your relationship.  You must work hard to bring trust back into your marriage.  If you have questions about whether or not reconciliation will work for you and your spouse, contact an experienced Orange County Family Law attorney who can guide you in the right direction of returning to a relationship on healthy terms.