Domestic Diversions

Families/Children

Soulmate material: prioritizing friendship over fireworks [and reducing the divorce prospects]

CNN Health sheds some light on why divorce rates are trending down, including changes during Covid and selecting partners for long-term stability and satisfaction rather than short-term attraction. Madeline Holcombe writes (excerpt): “In my practice over the last decade, I’ve…

Professional Rating and Review of The Sarnacki Law Firm, 2024 Best Law Firms, Tier 1 ranking

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 2024 Edition of “Best Law Firms.” Tier 1 recognition is reserved for…

On Parenting: “What did we know? We thought we knew a lot” [as The Bengsons sang in The Keep Going Song]

The Washington Post offers us the parenting editor’s “5 absolute truths.” Reflecting on her 10 years as editor and 16 years as a mother, Amy Joyce lists (excerpt): Boundaries are good, and your influence matters. Kindness and empathy are learned.…

TRL reviews of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC

Top Rated Local shows reviews of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC: Jennifer C. 1 review 05/28/2020 Verified Great to work with. Help me through the worst time ever! Patrick S. 1 review 04/08/2020 Verified This firm was totally on top…

Legal Aid of Western Michigan Honored David C. Sarnacki with its 2023 Michael S. Barnes Pro Bono Award

Legal Aid of Western Michigan awarded attorney David C. Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm the 2023 Michael S. Barnes Award. Over the decades, Sarnacki contributed nearly 800 hours on cases which he accepted from LAWM’s pro bono program, provided…

Grand Rapids Magazine’s 2023 Top Lawyers in Both Family Law & Mediation: Peer Review and Rating of David C. Sarnacki

Once again, David C. Sarnacki has been selected to Grand Rapids Magazine’s list of Top Lawyers, this time for 2023. Recognized by his peers for excellence in both Family Law and Mediation, he was chosen by a confidential vote of…

Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki: 2023 Best Lawyers in America

Best Lawyers in America announced that Grand Rapids attorney and mediator David C. Sarnacki has been selected by attorneys and judges for inclusion in the 29th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. David was recognized for his outstanding work…

Imperfect parenting, with balance and love

The Grand Island Independent highlights psychotherapist Barton Goldsmith’s parenting tips. The advice covers appreciation, empathy, acceptance, self-confidence, affection and self-reliance. Goldsmith writes [excerpt]: You will make mistakes as a parent, so give yourself a break when you do. Similarly, allow…

New legal resource: how to write a brief for court

David C. Sarnacki published The Essence of Writing Persuasive Trial Briefs: Big Ideas for Mastering Mediation, Arbitration & Trial Briefs. The short, practical book is available in both ebook and paperback form on Amazon and other retailers. A wealth of…