David C. Sarnacki has published Cry, Smile, Wonder, poems about our collective joys and struggles of being human. The poems touch on such subject matters as: relationships, things Thrivers tell Survivors, friendships, love and divorce, family, parents and children, adoption,…
Women’s loss is government’s gain: the last year of alimony deductibility
The ABA notes the tax law change eliminating the deduction for spousal support (alimony) payers, something around for the last 8 decades. The change is effective at the end of this year (2018). The practical effect in divorces was to…
Intelligence, energy, integrity?: The one trait that matters
Inc quotes Warren Buffett on another secret to his success–find people with integrity to work with. Buffet said: “You’re looking for three things, generally, in a person: intelligence, energy, and integrity. And if they don’t have the last one, don’t…
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Being disgusted with-or kind to-your partner: the top risk factors for divorce
CNN features a Thrive Global item on the predictors of divorce. The item references five correlations between individual factors and the end of a marriage: age, demographics (education and religion), neuroticism (emotional instability), infidelity (affairs), and contempt (hostility). Drake Baer…
Professional Review and Ranking: Sarnacki Law Firm, Best Law Firms 2018
U.S. News – Best Lawyers announced that The Sarnacki Law Firm has made U.S. News – Best Lawyers’ national list of “Best Law Firms.”
Professional Review and Rating: David C. Sarnacki, Super Lawyers 2017
Super Lawyers selected David C. Sarnacki to its 2017 Michigan Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, uses “a patented, multi-phase process that includes peer nominations, evaluations and independent research” to select the top 5% of attorneys in…
Professional Review and Rating: David C. Sarnacki, Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America selected David C. Sarnacki for its The Best Lawyers in America (24th edition). Mr. Sarnacki was recognized again for his work in: (1) Collaborative Law: Family Law; (2) Family Law; and (3) Family Law Mediation. The…
Counseling for serious relationship issues: communication and commitment
Dear Abby responds to a reader’s letter inquiring about the marriage counseling (excerpt): With a troubled marriage, a counselor can often facilitate broader communication than couples can achieve on their own. However, like most relationships, marriages can be “saved” only…
Staying happy: 5 tips for no matter what happens
CNN’s Health section highlights five coping strategies from the Dalai Lama, including being gentle with yourself, making time to reflect, keeping compassion at hand, helping, and being playful. Jen Christensen writes (excerpt): First step, work on compassion and start by…
If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter? The way to improving your life and your relationships
Psychology Today shows a method for improving relationships and marriages with its “The Tao of Improv: 5 Rules for Improvising Your Life.” Giving up control in favor of adopting with a more generous, supportive and organic mindset leads to a…
What is the secret of love? Science says a spirit of goodwill
The Atlantic went to the core of relationships and the science behind lasting relationships. So how do we make our marriages and relationships better, more enjoyable, happier, more workable, lasting? Emily Esfahani Smith writes (excerpt): There are many reasons why…
Who will take care of you and your kids?: Helping young children through divorce
Mister Rogers lives on through his words of wisdom. His advice for parents, “The Mister Rogers Parenting Book,” addresses divorce and separation, and includes (excerpt): [Y]oung children . . . want to know, “Who will take care of me?” .…
Professional Rating and Review of The Sarnacki Law Firm, 2017 Best Law Firms, Tier 1 ranking
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America announced that once again, The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC has been selected by its peer-review process for its top “Tier 1” ranking in the 2017 Edition of “Best Law Firms.”…
Professional Rating and Review of The Sarnacki Law Firm, Best Law Firms of America
Best Law Firms of America extended an invitation to The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC for membership in its “extremely selective and limited” network of “the most qualified and accomplished Law Firms.” The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC was founded by attorney…
“The kids are the project and their well-being is the goal”: Helping children of divorce
CNN spotlights how to help children adjust to their parents’ divorce without unnecessary anxiety, depression and other emotional distress. Kelly Wallace writes (excerpt): “No. 1 would be teamwork, teamwork, teamwork,” said [Dr. Michelle] Rozen, who also works as a parenting…
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki, 2016 Family Law Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers selected David C. Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm as a 2016 Michigan Super Lawyer, a distinction limited to only 5% of Michigan attorneys. This honor is reserved for those “who exhibit excellence in practice.”
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki, Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America announced that once again, David Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC has been selected by its peer-review process (confidential surveys of judges and lawyers) as one of The Best Lawyers in America. He was honored…
Review and Rating of David Sarnacki, National League of Renowned Attorneys
The National League of Renowned Attorneys invited David C. Sarnacki of the Sarnacki Law Firm PLC in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to join its ranks. After its Nominating Board “studied [his] credentials and professional accomplishments,” the organization identified Mr. Sarnacki as…
Is there a life waiting for me after divorce or a breakup? 4 tips for moving toward what you really want
The Chicago Tribune provides comments on moving forward after a divorce or breakup. Alison Bowen writes her article under these four themes (excerpt): Give yourself space Address practical concerns Figure out what you want the future to be Don’t jump…