The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys chose David C. Sarnacki of the Sarnacki Law Firm PLC in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to receive its Top 10 Attorney Award for Michigan, 2016-2017. Using a multi-phase selection process, NAFLA cited Mr. Sarnacki’s…
Review and Rating of David Sarnacki, Top One Percent, Divorce, Family Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution
The National Association of Distinguished Counsel selected David Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC, to the 2016 list as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent. NADC is an organization dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal…
Rebuilding trust into relationship: Time, choice, emotions
Jim Daly’s column discussed forgiveness and reconciliation in the context of infidelity. Jim Daly writes (excerpt): [F]orgiveness is an individual decision, whereas reconciliation is a joint venture. . . . Without true forgiveness there can be no reconciliation, but one…
What’s the best age to get married? The perfect 5 year window
TIME offers us research on timing your marriage. A University of Utah study suggests that best time for people to get married is between the ages of 28 and 32. That period was the lowest rate for divorce in the…
When parents fight: What does my child want?
This 6 year old girl helps her mom–and the rest of us–put things in perspective.
Do It Yourself Divorce? Sure, unless your future matters
It’s always sad when a good person comes in to meet with me about a post-judgment problem only to discover their DIY divorce locked him or her into a bad, unworkable situation. We’ve seen this many times, and it recently…
Should I loan money to my brother, sister, in law, son, daughter, friend, et cetera, et cetera: Four big questions
USA Today provides some insights into lending to family and friends. Susan Tompor writes (excerpt): How do you know if you can afford to help out a friend or family member without putting yourself in danger of a financial hardship?…
Beware: Called ID scamming
The American Bar Association reports that scammers are fooling people into sending money by using fake Caller ID displays. Please understand that all devices can be manipulated to display false information about the identity of the person making the call…
Seizing an opportunity for honor: The origins of Black History Month
The official recognition of Black History Month occurred 40 years ago this week (February 10, 1976), through Grand Rapids’ own President Gerald R. Ford. President Ford delivered this message: In the Bicentennial year of our Independence, we can review with…
Slow that verbal dog fight down: Getting the conversation back on track
Craig Gray offers advice from a unique perspective. He is an internationally known Krav Maga Black Belt Instructor and a leading authority on leadership and conflict management. In his recent The Ocean & The Wave post, Gray offers us simple…
How to know if your family is dysfunctional: And letting go once you know
On Being highlights our tendency toward stressing over family gatherings, holidays included. Courtney E. Martin writes (excerpt): You may have a boatload of angst over something even more basic . . . whether your family even constitutes a family in…
Review and Rating of David Sarnacki, Top 100 Lawyers, Divorce and Family Law
The National Advocates invited David Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm in Grand Rapids to join its “Top 100” as part of a premier group of matrimonial and family attorneys in Michigan. Mr. Sarnacki was recognized for exemplifying “superior qualifications…
What to say about divorce: Tips for helping your child cope
Divorced Girl Smiling offers 17 things you can say to reassure children transitioning through their parents’ separation and divorce. Jackie Pilossoph writes (excerpt of 3 of 17): There are going to be lots of changes, but here is what won’t…
To object or not to object: how to handle defending a deposition
Susan Minsberg discusses depositions–preparing your client/witness, improper objections and proper objections. Minsberg highlights these 9 deposition objections as “proper” [excerpt]: Privilege. This is the big one. It must be made or it is waived. . . . Privilege is also…
Sometimes supportive, sometimes not supportive: Ambivalent relationships
The New York times features an item on research distinguishing between the good, the bad and the indifferent in marriages, and their effect on your health. Tara Parker-Pope writes (excerpt): That said [the Brigham Young University study], the conclusion that…
Review of David Sarnacki, Grand Rapids Divorce Lawyer, Best Attorneys of America
Best Attorneys of America selected David Sarnacki to be a “Best Attorney” Lifetime Charter Member based on his “extraordinary level of legal expertise, competency, professional reputation and ethical standards.” The organization selected and extended invitations to “less than 1% of…
Staying away from abusers and batterers: tips from the trenches
CNN published tips on domestic violence from a person with experience in 911 emergencies, relationship coaching and her own troubled marriage. Tamara Neal writes (excerpt): . . . But take time to get to know a person in every season…
Professional Rating and Review of the Sarnacki Law Firm, US News-Best Lawyers
U.S. News-Best Lawyers in America completed its review and professional rating of law firms and announced that The Sarnacki Law Firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan was awarded the Tier 1 ranking in the 2016 Edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers “Best…
Building relationships: how to talk with your kids . . . your husband, your wife, your everyone
On Being offers tips for engaging another person in conversation, especially those within your family. John Sarrouf writes (excerpt): 1. Choose a time and space that works — for all of you. 2. Use questions that invite more than the…
Parenting plans for divorce and paternity
The AAML developed a downloadable parenting time brochure labeled “Child Centered Residential Guidelines.” The Guidelines provide some information and options for developmentally appropriate parenting plans. They consider the “best interests of the child,” a standard applied in many States to…