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# Koenig | Dunne

Divorce Lawyers of Omaha

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- [Beyond the Boundaries](https://koenigdunne.com/beyond-the-boundaries/) - “I feel so guilty,” she told me with true anguish in her voice, “This is so hard.” My daughter was in conflict with her dad over her summer schedule after returning home from college. “I hate being in the middle.” For 12 years I tried to heed the oft-stated warning for divorced parents to keep
- [Good News](https://koenigdunne.com/good-news/) - Some might call it an addiction. I’m a daily user and I can get it 24/7: News. Updates roll in round the clock. Public radio posts the number of killed innocents in Ukraine. The New York Times reports on 30 million people in refugee camps. Should I miss anything, there’s always a podcast to educate
- [The Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/the-divorce/) - I lay on my couch too listless to pick up the book I want to read or even to pick up the remote to watch a new murder docuseries I had saved. Maybe I will turn on music – but my phone is on the dining room table. I remember I need to take the
- [Beating Bitterness](https://koenigdunne.com/beating-bitterness/) - I could see her choking down her hurt. He was determined not to let her see him wince across the table set for depositions. I observed a mixture of emotion fill up the space, even when words were silent. They occasionally glanced at each other when recalling details of their twenty-two year marriage. They were
- [Nebraska Family Law Case Update: Storm v. Cornutt | Alimony and Hidden Debts After Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/nebraska-case-law-update-storm-v-cornutt-alimony-and-hidden-debts-after-divorce/) - Can a financial problem end once the divorce decree is signed? Our latest Nebraska Family Law Case Update article explains what happened in Storm v. Cornutt and what Nebraska spouses should know about hidden debts after divorce.
- [Nebraska Family Law Case Update: Antonides v. Antonides | Can a Parent Lose Joint Custody Because of Alcohol Abuse in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/nebraska-family-law-case-update-antonides-v-antonides-can-a-parent-lose-joint-custody-because-of-alcohol-abuse-in-nebraska/) - Can a parent lose joint custody because of alcohol abuse? Our latest Nebraska Family Law Case Update article explains what happened in Antonides v. Antonides and what Nebraska parents should know about custody modification cases.
- [Friends, Foes or Something in Between](https://koenigdunne.com/friends-foes-or-something-in-between/) - “Mom, is Dad your friend?” she asked without notice or context as she sat next to me in the car. “What...? Like Facebook friends?” I responded quickly to buy some time for a second to process how best to handle this query. To be truthful, I had never really thought about it. We didn’t start
- [What Happens at a Temporary Hearing in a Nebraska Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-happens-at-a-temporary-hearing-in-a-nebraska-divorce/) - One of the first court hearings that may occur during a Nebraska divorce is a temporary hearing. Many people are surprised to learn that a divorce can take months, and sometimes longer, to fully resolve. During that time, families still need a plan for paying bills, caring for children, and maintaining stability. A temporary hearing
- [Picture Perfect](https://koenigdunne.com/picture-perfect/) - When Santa came to visit my house for Christmas in 1984, he gifted me a Fisher-Price Kids Kodak 110 Film blue camera. It was the second-best Santa gift I ever received next to the “Pretty In Pink” Barbie from 1981. My camera came with a cartridge of eight flashbulbs to use indoors. I fancied myself
- [Do You Have to Live in Nebraska for a Year Before Filing for Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/do-you-have-to-live-in-nebraska-for-a-year-before-filing-for-divorce/) - One of the most common questions people ask when considering divorce is whether they have lived in Nebraska long enough to file. Nebraska law requires at least one spouse to have lived in Nebraska for one year before filing for divorce. There are, however, a few exceptions that may apply in certain situations. Understanding Nebraska's
- [Casserole Care](https://koenigdunne.com/casserole-care/) - I thought it was heat rash when the red prickly, itchy bumps appeared. Then the pain set in and my instincts told me otherwise. The doctor took one look and resolutely said, “Shingles.” “Adult chicken pox?” I asked. “At your age the only explanation is that it is stress induced,” he looked at me with
- [Is There a Waiting Period for a Divorce in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/is-there-a-waiting-period-for-a-divorce-in-nebraska/) - Yes. Nebraska law requires a mandatory waiting period before a divorce can be finalized. The waiting period is 60 days and begins when the spouse who did not file for divorce receives legal notice of the case. When Does the 60-Day Waiting Period Start? The 60-day clock does not begin when the Complaint for Dissolution
- [Is Nebraska a “No-Fault” State, or Do I Need Grounds for a Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/is-nebraska-a-no-fault-state-or-do-i-need-grounds-for-a-divorce-2/) - One of the most common questions people ask when considering divorce in Nebraska is whether they must prove that their spouse did something wrong in order to end the marriage. The short answer is no. Nebraska is a "no-fault" divorce state. This means that neither spouse is required to prove misconduct such as adultery, cruelty,
- [Doing the Division](https://koenigdunne.com/doing-the-division/) - My girls are having a magical summer. It has included a trip to Mexico with their dad, stepmom, and stepbrother to celebrate his high school graduation. Then they hit the water slides in the Wisconsin Dells with me for our annual family vacation with my parents, my sister and her family. They were home one
- [Do I Have to Follow a Divorce Order While I'm Appealing in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-made-simple-do-i-have-to-follow-a-divorce-order-while-im-appealing-in-nebraska/) - Many people assume that once they file an appeal in a Nebraska divorce case, they no longer have to follow the trial court's order until the appellate court issues its decision. In most cases, that is not true. A recent Nebraska Court of Appeals case serves as an important reminder that court orders remain enforceable
- [My Place](https://koenigdunne.com/my-place/) - There is a place in the upper Northwest corner of our country that is filled with magic. I seek annual refuge in this place to clear my mind by breathing the salt filled air and watching the ebb and flow of the ocean tide. My favorite place on Earth is the Oregon coast. The Pacific
- [Passports and Parenting](https://koenigdunne.com/passports-and-parenting/) - This glorious view was that of my daughters last week while they vacationed in Mexico with their dad. They sunk their toes into the sand, tasted their first virgin pina coladas, and zip lined away their fears of heights. I lived vicariously through them with their photos and sporadic text updates when they stopped in
- [Mediation Mondays: Creating Inclusive Parenting Plans](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-creating-inclusive-parenting-plans/) - June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the many ways families are formed and the diverse experiences that make each family unique. As family law professionals, we know there is no single definition of what a family looks like. Whether parents are married, divorced, same-sex, opposite-sex, biological, adoptive, or blended, the most successful parenting
- [A Mom in Shining Armor](https://koenigdunne.com/a-mom-in-shining-armor/) - “I hate him,” she sent the text in a fury. It came across my screen like an arrow, not so much aimed at my heart but at least my shoulder, causing me to metaphorically wince. “What happened?” I replied. She told me the tale – none of the details relevant – because all my heart
- [Mediation Mondays: Mediation for LGBTQ+ Couples](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-mediation-for-lgbtq-couples/) - June is Pride Month—a time to celebrate love in all its forms and affirm the dignity of LGBTQ+ individuals and families. For LGBTQ+ couples navigating divorce or separation, traditional legal systems have not always felt inclusive or affirming. Mediation offers a different path: one rooted in respect, understanding, and the recognition that every family is
- [The Difference is in the Details: 3 tips for Co-Parenting Common Sense](https://koenigdunne.com/the-difference-is-in-the-details-3-tips-for-co-parenting-common-sense/) - A three-hour window. A three-hour window was all it took to feature the failings of co-parenting. It was a minor parenting plan problem. Our case study features an eight-year old girl and her parents two years post-divorce. 4th of July arrived with the provision providing for holiday parenting time to begin at noon. The
- [Words Well Written](https://koenigdunne.com/words-well-written/) - “I need to get this out so you can read it and know where I’ve been, where I’m at now, and where I want to be.” My writing partner recently sent me some draft work to “review and comment” for him. He is writing from a place of self-discovery and his writing is autobiographical in nature. He
- [Mediation Mondays: Success Stories from Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-success-stories-from-mediation/) - Divorce is never easy, but for Jane* and Dave*, finding a peaceful resolution was their top priority. After years of marriage, they knew they needed to separate, but they also wanted to avoid the stress, cost, and hostility of a court battle. That’s when they turned to mediation. In our first session, emotions ran high,
- [The Bigger Benefit](https://koenigdunne.com/the-bigger-benefit/) - He is free-spirited. He is spontaneous. He doesn’t use his calendar to track activities. He lives his life with confidence that the next step forward will take him where he needs to be – wherever that may be. His thoughts are mostly the after kind. She is organized. She is predictable. She is meticulous in
- [Pieces of Parenthood](https://koenigdunne.com/pieces-of-parenthood/) - I laughed out loud more than once while Sasha opened gifts at her baby shower. “Thank goodness you gave a toy, otherwise the baby would only have boxes to play in!” “Will this baby nighttime sound machine drown out the crying?” “Will I get to wear sleep sacs to bed, too?” I sensed her funny
- [Mediation Mondays: The "First Year After Divorce" Guide](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-the-first-year-after-divorce-guide/) - The first year after a divorce often brings a mix of relief, uncertainty, and adjustment. Even when the decision feels right, the shift from a shared household to separate lives can be emotionally disorienting. Many people experience waves of grief, frustration, or even guilt, alongside moments of stability and independence. These emotions tend to come
- [Accepting Influence](https://koenigdunne.com/accepting-influence/) - I spy the basket full of folded newspaper pages. They are the pages pulled from The Oregon Coast Today and Lincoln City News Guard - two local papers my dad picks up from the grocery store on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In my six-month absence from a coastal visit, the accumulation is large. Comprised only of
- [Mediation Mondays: How to Handle Extracurricular Activities in Your Parenting Plan](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-to-handle-extracurricular-activities-in-your-parenting-plan/) - Extracurricular activities can play an important role in a child’s development, offering opportunities for social growth, discipline, and confidence. After a divorce, however, coordinating these activities can become more complicated when parents are managing two households and separate schedules. Including clear expectations about extracurricular activities in your parenting plan can help prevent misunderstandings and ensure
- [My Busy Brain](https://koenigdunne.com/my-busy-brain/) - It started slowly. I started getting sick to my stomach prior to plane trips. And then I was nauseous on road trips. The triggers were random and illogical given my lifelong love of travel. It took me a while to notice and connect the dots given my travel time was no less than months in
- [Mediation Mondays: How to Communicate with Your Co-Parent After Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-to-communicate-with-your-co-parent-after-divorce/) - Effective communication with your co-parent after divorce is essential for creating stability and consistency for your children. While emotions may still be high following a separation, focusing on respectful, child-centered communication can help both parents work together more effectively. Keeping conversations focused on your children’s needs, schedules, and well-being can help reduce unnecessary conflict and
- [Preparing to be Unprepared](https://koenigdunne.com/preparing-to-be-unprepared/) - I found myself careening down a mountain, my hands gripping the steering wheel, and rarely uttered prayers slipping out of my mouth up toward the heavens. The gas gauge read 0 miles. Zero. None. No more. I had already gone 7 miles on 0 miles of gas left in my tank and panic was setting in. This
- [Raw Regret](https://koenigdunne.com/raw-regret/) - Sophia wanted her turn. We sat at the dinner table going through our days and she was anxious to share. It was a 7th grade drama - a mild version of mean girls. Sophia set the scene. “We were playing a trick on Josie and hiding her book. I don’t know why. It’s just a
- [Performance Review](https://koenigdunne.com/performance-review/) - I get nervous just thinking about it - all of my co-workers rating me in all areas of my professional performance. Do I keep my promises? Do I approach my work with enthusiasm? Do I listen without interrupting? Every year I must remind myself why I actively choose to put myself through a performance review.
- [Mediation Mondays: How Mediation Helps Privacy in Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-mediation-helps-privacy-in-divorce/) - Divorce can be one of the most personal and emotionally difficult experiences a person faces. When a divorce proceeds through traditional litigation, many of the details about your finances, your children, and your personal life may become part of the public record through court filings and hearings. For many individuals and families, the thought of
- [Mediation Mondays: Mediation for Busy Professionals](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-mediation-for-busy-professionals/) - Divorce is never easy—but for busy professionals, the traditional court process can feel especially overwhelming. Between demanding schedules, career responsibilities, and personal commitments, the idea of drawn-out litigation, multiple court appearances, and constant back-and-forth with attorneys is simply not practical. Divorce mediation offers a more efficient, streamlined alternative that allows you to resolve important issues
- [The Challenge](https://koenigdunne.com/the-challenge/) - She was troubled by her eighth grade essay assignment for school: to write about a significant challenge she had faced in life. She would be reading this essay in front of her class. “But I haven’t had a major challenge,” she bemoaned to her teacher. “Anna, aren’t your parents divorced?” As she relayed this to
- [Being Seen](https://koenigdunne.com/being-seen/) - Angela reflects on why we often hide our goodness when we are experiencing something shameful - like divorce. She asks us to stop being hard on ourselves and to own our positive traits and attributes.
- [Mediation Mondays: When Mediation Gets Stuck](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-when-mediation-gets-stuck/) - Divorce mediation is designed to help couples work through difficult decisions in a structured and cooperative way—but that doesn’t mean every conversation will be easy. It’s completely normal for mediation to hit a point where progress slows or a disagreement feels impossible to resolve. These moments, often called “impasses,” can happen when emotions run high,
- [Preservation Paradox](https://koenigdunne.com/preservation-paradox/) - We woke early with our mission in mind. On this misty morning, we found the tide reaching as far back into the ocean as possible. We walked quickly on the smooth, sand-soaked surface to discover this spot of local magic. Here in the tiny town of Neskowin, Oregon (population 134) - just past Proposal Rock
- [Mediation Mondays: Can We Mediate If We Don’t Even Speak?](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-can-we-mediate-if-we-dont-even-speak/) - One of the most common concerns we hear is, “We can’t even have a conversation—how could we possibly mediate?” It’s a valid question. When communication breaks down completely, the idea of sitting across from someone to make legal and emotional decisions can feel impossible. But the truth is, mediation can still work—even if you aren’t
- [Substitute Spouses](https://koenigdunne.com/substitute-spouses/) - It was a startling statement. “You need to go to the hospital right now for a CT scan to rule out stroke.” I blinked without focusing and shook my head in disbelief. I had arrived at my doctor’s office with the confidence that she would give me an antibiotic to alleviate my self-diagnosed sinus infection
- [Mediation Mondays: What Issues Can Be Resolved in Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-what-issues-can-be-resolved-in-mediation/) - When people hear the word mediation, they often assume it’s limited to one or two topics—usually custody or “who gets what.” In reality, mediation is designed to address nearly every issue that must be resolved in a divorce or separation. It provides a structured, guided environment where both parties can work through decisions thoughtfully rather
- [Sacrificing Smiles](https://koenigdunne.com/sacrificing-smiles-2/) - She told a heartbreaking tale: Of a marriage long desired, of children finally born, and of it all unraveling after. Her marriage now finds itself in a house with two middle school age children and a spouse she barely considers a confidante. Intimacy of any kind deserted them more than a decade ago. And these
- [Tips for Creating a Divorce Agreement You Can Live With](https://koenigdunne.com/tips-for-creating-a-divorce-agreement-you-can-live-with/) - Whatever disagreements may have attributed to your impending divorce, your goal should be to forge a divorce agreement that both parties can live with over time. The goal is not to be punitive; rather, it is to find a way to build new and separate lives where you both will thrive without bitterness or retribution.
- [Added Bonus](https://koenigdunne.com/added-bonus/) - “This is unacceptable. Can I talk to your supervisor?” The woman was irritated and barking demands. I waited patiently in line to check my daughter in to Children’s Hospital for a shoulder injury. I was called up to the next available receptionist and beside the irate woman. “I do not understand how this happened,” she
- [High Road](https://koenigdunne.com/high-road/) - The day of the custody trial arrived. Nervous and feigning politeness to the opposing lawyers, they sat parallel to each other at their respective counsel’s tables. Plaintiff and Defendant. Also known by two, 5 and 7 year old children, as Mom and Dad. Evidence Round #1: She testified that the children were adjusting fairly well
- [Why a Flat Fee Uncontested Divorce in Nebraska Could Be the Best Path Forward for Your Family](https://koenigdunne.com/why-a-flat-fee-uncontested-divorce-in-nebraska-could-be-the-best-path-forward-for-your-family/) - Divorce is one of life’s most challenging transitions, but it does not have to be long, costly, or emotionally draining. If you and your spouse are on the same page and can agree on all the important issues, an uncontested divorce with a flat fee can offer clarity, control, and peace of mind as you
- [Universal Good](https://koenigdunne.com/universal-good/) - “He is a well-known athlete. He came to every meeting with a complete entourage of bodyguards, accountants, and managers. I advised him that he would need to leave said entourage at home for the child support hearing in front of the judge. The day of the hearing, he arrived with his entourage and finally agreed
- [Mediation Mondays: Reducing Emotional Burnout](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-reducing-emotional-burnout/) - Divorce is not just a legal process—it is an emotional marathon. By the time many people reach mediation, they are exhausted. Exhausted from constant decision-making, tense conversations, financial uncertainty, and the mental weight of a future that feels unclear. This experience, often called divorce fatigue, can make even simple choices feel overwhelming and can cause
- [New Beginnings](https://koenigdunne.com/new-beginnings/) - In the midst of divorce struggles and with the guidance of her Coach, Angela finds the courage to view it as a fresh start.
- [Mediation Mondays: From Resolution to Resolution](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-from-resolution-to-resolution/) - The New Year often brings a renewed commitment to change. Many people resolve to communicate better, reduce conflict, and create stability for themselves and their families. Yet when a marriage is ending, unresolved conflict can make those goals feel out of reach. Lingering disagreements over parenting, finances, or the future can carry emotional weight into
- [A Season for Strategies](https://koenigdunne.com/seasonforstrategy/) - I stitched every inch of this holiday advent calendar. I could spend an equivalent number of hours delighting in it as I did creating it. However, if I had to pull from the pocket the felt toy from each of the days I would not have my daughters with me in December, the calendar would
- [Turning the Page](https://koenigdunne.com/turning-the-page/) - It is too dramatic to say I felt disbelief staring at my sixteen-year-old daughter’s handwritten words. But it was certainly on the spectrum of stunned. In a rare and fleeting moment of one-on-one time with my busy teenager, she was sharing with me the journal she had been tasked with keeping for her high school writing
- [Mediation Mondays: A Simple Checklist to Prepare for Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-a-simple-checklist-to-prepare-for-mediation/) - Mediation works best when both parties arrive prepared, focused, and ready to participate in good faith. Whether you’re headed into a divorce, custody, or family mediation, taking a few simple steps ahead of time can make the process smoother and more productive. 1. Clarify Your Goals Before mediation, take time to think about what truly
- [Social Media Missteps](https://koenigdunne.com/social-media-missteps/) - I will not likely ever forget the pit in my stomach. It was in the wee hours of the morning when sleep evaded me. After a recent break-up, my thoughts were not yet managed, nor healed. I rolled over in bed to open my laptop and before I knew it there he was in a
- [Grateful](https://koenigdunne.com/grateful/) - Light me up a pumpkin spiced candle, let my feet crunch as I walk over brightly colored leaves, and zip me into a parka when the fall wind nips at my nose. I love all that is fall. I love this season, and in particular, this week of Thanksgiving, where with it brings reflections on
- [Mediation Mondays: A Mediation Phrase That Changes Everything](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-a-mediation-phrase-that-changes-everything/) - In the middle of conflict, people often default to defending themselves rather than trying to understand the other side. Tension rises, assumptions grow, and conversation shuts down. But in mediation, one simple phrase can lower the temperature and open the door to real problem-solving: “Help me understand…” Those three words shift the dynamic from confrontation
- [The Last Thing](https://koenigdunne.com/the-last-thing/) - “I agree with the parenting plan for our son and the child support amount.” Pause. “I agree with receiving half of the retirement accounts and home equity.” Pause. “I agree with how the debt has been distributed and it is fair.” Pause. “But I want the snow blower.” If I had a snow blower for
- [Mediation Mondays: The Strength of Neutrality](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-the-strength-of-neutrality/) - Neutrality is the cornerstone of mediation and the quality that gives the process its integrity. When people enter mediation, emotions are often high, communication may have broken down, and trust can feel out of reach. A mediator’s neutrality helps restore balance by ensuring that every voice is heard and valued equally. This impartial stance allows
- [A Season of Scared](https://koenigdunne.com/a-season-of-scared/) - I live in constant fear. Walking on eggshells, whispering my first words in a conversation and bracing myself when I hear the door shut from their arrival have become the norm. It started about 2 years ago when my oldest turned 13. My household now includes a 15 ½ year old and a 13 year
- [Hallowed Holidays](https://koenigdunne.com/hallowed-holidays/) - On Halloween night I sat on my sofa with a ho and a hum. This was the first year I did not spend part of the trick or treat festivities with my daughters. My eldest goes with friends now and needs no help with costume assembly. I didn’t even see her this day. My youngest
- [Mediation Mondays: The Power of Listening](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-the-power-of-listening/) - We often enter mediation ready to make our case — prepared with facts, feelings, and frustrations we’ve been holding onto for months or even years. But true progress in mediation doesn’t begin with speaking; it begins with listening. When both people feel genuinely heard, the conversation shifts from confrontation to connection, and that’s where resolution
- [Fear and Finances: Part 3 in a series on Domestic Violence](https://koenigdunne.com/fear-and-finances-part-3-in-a-series-on-domestic-violence/) - Kirsten’s life tragically ended in violence. I continue this series by looking at another, and all too common, form of domestic abuse. It seemed reasonable in the beginning – supportive even. He said he would handle the finances once they moved in together. He earned a bit more than her so she trusted that he
- [Mediation Mondays: After the Agreement](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-after-the-agreement/) - You did it. After hours of honest conversation, difficult decisions, and moments of compromise, you reached an agreement in mediation. The relief is real — the papers are signed, the sessions are done, and the path forward seems clear. But as any experienced mediator will tell you, the work of mediation doesn’t end when the
- [Emotional Entrapment: Part 2 in a series on Domestic Violence](https://koenigdunne.com/emotional-entrapment-part-2-in-a-series-on-domestic-violence/) - “You are so stupid! Didn’t anyone ever teach you how to load a dishwasher?” He roared. She stared at him in disbelief as tears welled up in her eyes and shame slammed into her with the force of his words. “Oh Christ. That’s disgusting! Don’t you dare cry. You are so ugly when you do
- [Property Division in Divorce: What “Fair” Really Means in Iowa ](https://koenigdunne.com/property-division-in-divorce-what-fair-really-means-in-iowa/) - One of the biggest questions in any divorce is: Who gets what? The answer isn’t always simple. In Iowa, the law uses a system called equitable distribution. That might sound complicated, but it really means this: the court divides property in a way that is fair, which doesn’t always mean splitting everything 50/50. Fair Doesn’t
- [Crafting Control: Part 1 in a series on Domestic Violence](https://koenigdunne.com/crafting-control-part-1-in-a-series-on-domestic-violence/) - Butterflies swirled in her stomach for the first time in years when he approached her at work the first night and asked for her phone number. She had just, weeks before, amicably resolved her divorce and this new and foreign spark was a welcome balm to a heart that had been hurting for too long.
- [Mediation Mondays: How Mediation Can Save You Time, Money and Stress During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-mediation-can-save-you-time-money-and-stress-during-divorce/) - Divorce doesn’t have to mean long court battles, high costs, and months of emotional strain. For many couples, mediation offers a more peaceful, efficient path forward. By focusing on collaboration instead of confrontation, mediation can help you save time, money, and stress—while keeping more control in your own hands. 1. Mediation Saves Time Traditional divorce
- [Believe Me](https://koenigdunne.com/believe-me/) - The sad reality is, domestic violence isn't going away. The issue is minimized by our culture and also, sadly, the judiciary system. We can and must do better
- [Mediation Mondays: Top Qualities to Look for in a Divorce Mediator](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-top-qualities-to-look-for-in-a-divorce-mediator/) - Choosing a mediator is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during your divorce. The right professional can help you reach fair agreements while minimizing conflict, stress, and cost. But not all mediators are the same. Here are the top qualities to look for when making your choice: 1. NeutralityA good mediator doesn’t take
- [Fair and Weathered Friends](https://koenigdunne.com/fair-and-weathered-friends/) - We sat on a bench pointed toward the sea like two women twice our age. I clutched my binoculars in one hand ready to spy anything (or anyone) worth my interest and I tsked the young man out on the coastal rocks by himself. She marveled at the constancy of the ocean waves and how
- [Divorce in Iowa: The Basic Steps You Need to Know](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-in-iowa-the-basic-steps-you-need-to-know/) - Starting a divorce can feel overwhelming. The good news? Once you understand the basic steps, the process feels more manageable. Here’s a simple roadmap of what happens in an Iowa divorce, from filing that first piece of paper to receiving your final decree. Step 1: Filing the Petition – Making It Official Every divorce begins
- [Pumpkin Perfection](https://koenigdunne.com/pumpkin-perfection/) - We almost forgot about fall. Not intentionally. But it happened with booked up and busy weekends and a failure to plan ahead. In a mad dash to tackle our fall traditions, we headed to the pumpkin patch on October 28th to pick the perfect pumpkins and return home to carve them. The day was beyond
- [Mediation Mondays: Is Mediation Right for Your Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-is-mediation-right-for-your-divorce/) - When facing divorce, one of the earliest decisions you’ll make is how you want to resolve your case. While litigation in court is the path most people know, mediation offers an alternative that can be less stressful, less expensive, and more respectful. But mediation is not the right fit for every couple. Asking yourself a
- [Time Tested](https://koenigdunne.com/time-tested/) - I left early. At 6:00 a.m. to get ahead of the day, the traffic, the time zone changes. My route took me through the Willamette National Forest in Oregon while the eastward rising sun kept peeking at me through the forest evergreens. For miles the ducks on a nearby lake were my only company. I pulled
- [Mediation Mondays: The Role of the Mediator](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-the-role-of-the-mediator/) - When people first hear the word “mediator,” they often imagine a judge-like figure who steps in to decide who is right and who is wrong. In reality, mediation is very different. A mediator does not act as a decision-maker. Instead, their role is to guide both parties through difficult conversations, helping each person feel heard
- [The Why](https://koenigdunne.com/the-why/) - “I can’t imagine what it feels like,” I heard myself utter in quiet dismay. I watched from behind the news reporter and the camera as my clients were asked “Why? How does it feel? Why do you love your sons? How do your sons feel? Why fight this battle? What is next?” The big tv
- [Connecting the Dots](https://koenigdunne.com/connecting-the-dots/) - “First, are you really lonely?” He challenged me in the chat box, “You seem to have many friends with various roles in your life. A few of your relationships seem deeply satisfying.” He was right. “He,” is a friend as far back as middle school now reconnected on social media along with a whole community of others. He
- [Are We Technically Married? The Truth About Common Law Marriage and Divorce in Iowa](https://koenigdunne.com/are-we-technically-married-the-truth-about-common-law-marriage-and-divorce-in-iowa/) - If you’ve been living with your partner, sharing a home, bills, or even a last name, you may wonder: are we legally married? In Iowa, the answer might be yes—even if you never had a wedding or a marriage license. That’s because Iowa recognizes common law marriage. And while the concept sounds simple, the reality
- [Protecting the Freedom to Marry in Nebraska: Our History, the Current Risk, and Steps You Can Take Now](https://koenigdunne.com/protecting-the-freedom-to-marry-in-nebraska-our-history-the-current-risk-and-steps-you-can-take-now/) - At Koenig | Dunne, we have always believed in the dignity of marriage for all couples. In 2014, we partnered with the ACLU of Nebraska to file the landmark federal lawsuit Waters v. Ricketts on behalf of seven courageous same-sex couples to secure the legal right to marry in Nebraska. On March 2, 2015, the
- [Letting Go](https://koenigdunne.com/letting-go/) - My house was still on the eve of Anna’s first day of senior year. My stiff upper lip was fatigued and faltering. The mantra in my mind that I would see her tomorrow was of little comfort. The calendar was not my friend as this night before the start of high school landed on a
- [Mediation Mondays: When Kids Are Watching—Modeling Conflict Resolution](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-when-kids-are-watching-modeling-conflict-resolution/) - Children notice more than we think. Even if they aren’t in the room, they can sense tension, overhear snippets of conversations, and pick up on the way their parents interact during conflict. For parents going through separation or divorce, every disagreement becomes a chance—consciously or not—to teach children how to handle challenges. Mediation offers a
- [Plan Ahead Parents (a/k/a What You Must Know As A Divorced Parent)](https://koenigdunne.com/plan-ahead-parents-a-k-a-what-you-must-know-as-a-divorced-parent/) - “Please, there is no other time.” He pled with his ex-wife. In a twist that only divorced parents can appreciate, he was asking her to take their daughters dress shopping for his second wedding. They were leaving for the wedding on Friday – in three days. She sighed, knowing that her daughters needed dresses, but
- [Mediation Mondays: Starting the Conversation With Your Ex](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-starting-the-conversation-with-your-ex/) - Even when you believe mediation is the best path forward, bringing it up to your ex can feel daunting, especially if communication is strained or trust is low. But the truth is, how you start that conversation can make all the difference. The goal isn’t to convince them they’re wrong, it’s to open the door
- [Mediation Mondays: From “You vs. Me” to “What’s Best for Us” — The Mindset Shift of Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-from-you-vs-me-to-whats-best-for-us-the-mindset-shift-of-mediation/) - Separation or divorce often feels like a battleground. You take your corner, they take theirs, and every decision becomes a tug-of-war. But what if there was another way—one that replaced “you vs. me” with “what’s best for us”? That’s exactly what mediation offers: a mindset shift. Rather than framing every issue as a win-lose proposition,
- [Caught with the Cookie Jar](https://koenigdunne.com/caught-with-the-cookie-jar/) - Looking back at a memory of her daughter, Angela sees how we never truly outgrow the shame of doing something we're not supposed to.
- [Knowing Our Needs](https://koenigdunne.com/knowing-our-needs/) - My daughters hurt my feelings. They didn’t mean to and I am sure they were not aware of their infraction. But I was feeling sad and put out all the same. They were at their dad’s house when my newly published book had arrived. I excitedly opened the box and pulled out the neat stack
- [Mediation Mondays: Choosing Peace Over Power Struggles](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-choosing-peace-over-power-struggles/) - When a relationship ends, emotions often run high and the temptation to “win” can take center stage. But in family law—especially when children are involved—winning is rarely as satisfying or sustainable as finding a peaceful resolution. Mediation offers a path that focuses not on beating the other person, but on building solutions that work for
- [Mediation Mondays: Why Mediation Works Better Than Court for Busy Professionals](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-why-mediation-works-better-than-court-for-busy-professionals/) - For professionals juggling demanding schedules, deadlines, and responsibilities, the thought of adding a legal battle to the calendar can feel overwhelming. Traditional litigation often involves rigid court dates, prolonged timelines, and frequent interruptions to your workday. Mediation offers an alternative that respects your time, your wallet, and your need for efficiency. One of the greatest
- [Our Family](https://koenigdunne.com/our-family/) - “Angela? Party of Four.” We waited patiently on the bench in the Chicago airport for our table at the crowded eatery during our layover to a short weekend vacation. We watched and waited for the other Angela to get her table. “Angela? Party of Four!” The server tried again, annoyance seeping into her voice. My
- [Taking the Tennis Shoes](https://koenigdunne.com/taking-the-tennis-shoes/) - I encouraged her more times than I can count to collect all of the items from my house she would want or need for her trip to Mexico the following week with her dad. The day she was leaving my house I ran through a mental checklist with her. Swimsuit? Check. Sandals? Check. She gathered
- [Mediation Mondays: Putting Kids First Without Putting Parents Last](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-putting-kids-first-without-putting-parents-last/) - When parents make the difficult decision to separate or divorce, their first thought is often: How will this affect our children? Child-centered mediation is designed with this concern in mind. It focuses on creating parenting plans and agreements that protect children’s emotional stability, reduce exposure to conflict, and ensure continuity in their routines and relationships.
- [On Vacation](https://koenigdunne.com/on-vacation/) - Sitting on the beach with my toes warmed from being buried in the sand, my senses were engulfed with the sounds of seagulls cawing in and out of the sky. My daughters’ laughter shrieked up over the crashing waves as they tentatively toed their way into the icy cold waters. I felt my entire body
- [4 Reasons to Choose An Uncontested Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/4-reasons-to-choose-an-uncontested-divorce-in-nebraska/) - Divorce is a life-changing decision, but how you go through it matters just as much as the decision itself. If you and your spouse are ready to part ways and can agree on the key terms, Koenig|Dunne can help you with an uncontested flat fee divorce. Unlike a contested divorce, which can be long, expensive,
- [Seeing the Light](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-the-light/) - I have a regretful confession. I nearly forgot my dad on Father’s Day this past Sunday. Father’s Day was sandwiched between coming home from a week long family vacation on Saturday and dropping my daughters off to camp on Sunday afternoon. While I was doing parenting pirouettes with laundry in and out, suitcases emptied and
- [Mediation Mondays: How Your Emotional Wellbeing Impacts the Process](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-your-emotional-wellbeing-impacts-the-process/) - Divorce is not just a legal process—it’s an emotional one. When you're navigating the uncertainty of separation, your mental health plays a vital role in how you show up in mediation. Stress, grief, anxiety, or even trauma can make it difficult to communicate clearly, make decisions, or advocate for your needs. Acknowledging this emotional weight
- [The Ebb and Flow](https://koenigdunne.com/the-ebb-and-flow/) - We nearly broke into a run when we first spied it. The wind whipped through our hair and the telltale smell of fire-faded driftwood blew through our bodies. After awkwardly walking through the dry shifting sand, we reached the stable ocean line where the waves tickled our toes - easily mesmerized by the methodical movement
- [Mediation Mondays: Beyond Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-beyond-divorce/) - When most people hear the word mediation, they think of divorce. But for many families, the need for clear communication and problem-solving doesn’t end when the papers are signed. Co-parenting is an ongoing relationship—one that grows and changes over time. Whether it’s adjusting to a new school schedule, introducing new partners, or rethinking summer vacation
- [Treasured Time](https://koenigdunne.com/treasured-time/) - 18 days. Eighteen whole days. Eighteen full days with my daughters to love, to cherish, to have and to hold, to not be obeyed, to get annoyed, to lose my temper, and to count down the days until they return to their dad… But eighteen uninterrupted days! Days to fully feel like a mom and be fully immersed
- [Perfect Ending: How My Divorce Cured My Perfectionism](https://koenigdunne.com/perfect-ending_doingdivorceblog/) - As a child, I was annoyed when other kids colored outside the lines. I fundamentally did not comprehend how people could not stay in a straight line behind our teacher on the way to the cafeteria. I could spend hours organizing coins, decks of cards, or colors – by strict classifications of size, color, and numerical
- [Mediation vs. Going to Court: A Realistic Cost Comparison](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-vs-going-to-court-a-realistic-cost-comparison/) - When facing a legal dispute, it's natural to picture the courtroom: lawyers at the ready, a judge presiding, and the tension of a formal process. But what many people don’t realize is that this path often comes with a hefty emotional and financial price tag. Court cases can drag on for months or even years,
- [Koenig|Dunne Expands Divorce and Family Law Services into Iowa](https://koenigdunne.com/koenigdunne-expands-divorce-and-family-law-services-into-iowa/) - At Koenig|Dunne, we believe that every family deserves compassionate, skilled legal support—no matter which side of the river they live on. That’s why we’re excited to share some big news: our firm is expanding our divorce and family law services into Western Iowa. Attorney Kelsey Deabler brings over decade of experience practicing family law in
- [Mediation Mondays: What to Do When Kids Are Involved](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-what-to-do-when-kids-are-involved/) - Talking to Your Children About DivorceDivorce is a life-changing event not just for parents, but especially for children. It's important to speak with your kids in an age-appropriate, honest, and compassionate way. Let them know that the divorce is not their fault, and avoid putting them in the middle of adult issues. Children need reassurance
- [Dear Moms](https://koenigdunne.com/dear-moms/) - A letter to the moms I have worked with over the last 20 years Dear Moms, I have been watching you for years. I have been listening to your struggles. I have been hearing your hope. You have been teaching me strength, grit, persistence, passion, and loyalty. You have been showing me the path of
- [Mediation Mondays: What Happens After Mediation?](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-what-happens-after-mediation/) - Mediation can be a relief—it means you've reached a mutual agreement and avoided a lengthy court battle. But once the session ends, many clients ask, “What now?” The next step is finalizing the paperwork. Depending on your situation, this might include a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Parenting Plan, or a formal settlement agreement. These documents
- [Barbie Bliss](https://koenigdunne.com/barbie-bliss/) - I recall it with precision. I saved every dollar I earned doing chores for my mom and grandma for the entire summer until I reached the magic number of $20. That was enough to purchase the Pink and Pretty Barbie my seven-year-old heart coveted. We went to Mervyn’s (a West coast retailer in the 1980’s
- [Parenting Plans](https://koenigdunne.com/parenting-plans/) - As Angela's oldest daughter is on the cusp of turning 19, Angela reflects on her best-laid plans for parenting and how divorce may have changed some things but not all.
- [Mediation Mondays: Is Mediation Still an Option If We Don’t Get Along?](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-is-mediation-still-an-option-if-we-dont-get-along/) - Mediation Isn’t Just for the Amicable Many people assume that mediation only works for couples who still get along or communicate easily. In reality, some of the most successful mediation outcomes happen between high-conflict couples. Mediation isn’t about being friends — it’s about finding a structured, supported way to reach agreements without dragging everything into
- [Mediation Mondays: Building a Parenting Plan That Actually Works](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-building-a-parenting-plan-that-actually-works/) - Navigating co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be emotionally charged and complex, especially when children are involved. One of the most effective tools for easing this transition is mediation—a process that brings both parents to the table with a neutral third party to create a parenting plan that reflects the unique needs of their
- [Michaela’s Special Story](https://koenigdunne.com/michaelas-special-story/) - April is World Autism Month. To learn more, click HERE. Michaela has been a paralegal at Koenig|Dunne for over 3 years. Michaela is a divorced mom to Grace (16) and Sophia (14). This is her story as told to me. I knew the minute she was born she was special. My Sophia with her dark
- [Mediation Mondays: The Emotional Side of Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-the-emotional-side-of-mediation/) - Mediation Mondays: The Emotional Side of Mediation When people think about divorce mediation, they usually focus on the legal and financial logistics—but there's another side that’s just as important: the emotional one. At its heart, mediation is more than just negotiating terms—it's about navigating a major life change with as much clarity and care as
- [Mediation Mondays: Who Benefits Most?](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-who-benefits-most/) - Mediation is an effective conflict resolution tool that benefits individuals who need to preserve relationships while finding fair solutions. Divorcing couples, for example, often turn to mediation to navigate the complexities of asset division, custody arrangements, and emotional challenges. By facilitating open communication, mediation allows both parties to express their needs and reach mutually agreeable
- [Melancholy Milestones](https://koenigdunne.com/melancholy-milestones/) - It innocently arrived in my mailbox - a small plain postcard. Four short lines announcing an open house for my eldest daughter to attend at our neighborhood high school because she will be entering its halls in the fall. The flutter felt in my stomach soon folded into a pit. I was wrapped in emotion
- [Mediation Mondays: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-how-to-prepare-for-divorce-mediation/) - Divorce mediation can be an emotional and complex process, but proper preparation can make it more manageable. Whether you're hoping for a peaceful resolution or simply want to avoid unnecessary stress, focusing on three key areas—gathering financial documents, identifying priorities, and staying open-minded—can set you up for success. 1. Gather Your Financial Documents One of
- [Mediation Mondays: Myth vs. Reality](https://koenigdunne.com/mediation-mondays-myth-vs-reality/) - Divorce mediation in Nebraska offers couples a way to resolve their differences without the stress and expense of a drawn-out courtroom battle. However, misconceptions about the process often lead people to believe it only works for certain couples or that it’s a quick fix for complex issues. In this blog, we’ll debunk common myths about
- [Black and White Best Interests](https://koenigdunne.com/black-and-white-best-interests/) - She felt sick to her stomach and ran to the restroom. She was embarrassed as she bumped past her third grade classmates. Her cheeks were tear-stained when she made it to the nurse’s office. “I just threw up and I don’t feel good.” The nurse took her temperature revealing a fever. “Ms. Smith? This is
- [Do NOT Do These 10 Things When You Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/do-not-do-these-10-things-when-you-divorce/) - Divorce is a time of conflicting emotions -- anger, sadness, and even relief. Typically, emotions are all over the place, which can make it difficult to make good decisions about issues that will likely have an impact on your life long after the divorce is over. The things you should be doing during a divorce
- [Being Dishonest](https://koenigdunne.com/being-dishonest/) - I was sneaking down the stairs to the basement to avoid both the creaky steps and detection. I made my way to the Sam’s Club storage stash and started taking the packs of toilet paper out to hide them in a different place. I was nervous and moving quickly. The shame of my scheming and
- [Will My Child Have a Say?](https://koenigdunne.com/will-my-child-have-a-say/) - During your divorce, hard decisions regarding your children are made. For example, where will they live? How often will they see each parent? The paramount concern in any decision regarding custody, parenting time, or other child-related issues is what is in the minor child’s best interests. But what happens when your child expresses a preference
- [How to Successfully Co-Parent with a High-Conflict Ex](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-successfully-co-parent-with-a-high-conflict-ex/) - If you endured a high-conflict marriage and a high-conflict divorce, chances are you will be facing many of the same challenges when it comes to co-parenting with your ex. Here are some tips on how to successfully co-parent with a high-conflict ex: Control your reactions. Ongoing conflict between two people is pretty much a product
- [Watch for These Signs That Your Divorce is Hurting Your Kids](https://koenigdunne.com/watch-for-these-signs-that-your-divorce-is-hurting-your-kids/) - Divorce unleashes a lot of different emotions and many times adults are too caught up in their own pain and suffering to see the signs that your children are suffering, too. While adults have learned ways to cope, children have not yet developed coping mechanisms to help them deal with their emotions. Often, they don’t
- [Above and Beyond](https://koenigdunne.com/above-and-beyond/) - I was starting to stress with every snowflake coming down. I had to get my girls safely to school on time in this slippery slush and then make sure I was in the courtroom with my exhibits organized and ready to go promptly at our 9 a.m. start time. From the parking garage I half
- [4 Good Reasons You Should Have a Prenup](https://koenigdunne.com/4-good-reasons-you-should-have-a-prenup/) - In reality, prenuptial agreements are more than just an agreement about money. They can also be used to address other important issues, such as providing for children from a previous relationship. There are some things that may be even more important to you than the division of assets or spousal support -- a traditional use
- [Pursuing Perspective](https://koenigdunne.com/pursuing-perspective/) - When she stood at the altar with him and they recited their vows through smiles and tears, she did not imagine that a few years later he would be hiding alcohol bottles in the garage out of reach of their two year old and calling her fat and lazy. She did not anticipate that she
- [Understanding the Phases of a Divorce Trial](https://koenigdunne.com/understanding-the-phases-of-a-divorce-trial/) - While every divorce differs, the divorce trial process in Nebraska does not. Here’s what you can expect: Step 1: Filing the complaint The person who initiates the divorce by filing the complaint first is referred to as the “Plaintiff,” while the non-filing spouse is referred to as the “Defendant.” The purpose of the complaint is
- [A Cinderella Story](https://koenigdunne.com/a-cinderella-story/) - I was hovered over the toilet scrubbing with my magic wand - the toilet brush. Sophia, then 6, paused at the top of the stairs next to the bathroom door and peered in at me. Sheer delight spread across her face. “Mom! Are we playing Cinderella?” she asked with enthusiasm. I wiped a bit of
- [What Divorcing Women Need to Know About Alimony](https://koenigdunne.com/what-divorcing-women-need-to-know-about-alimony/) - For many women who face a divorce, the prospects of having to live on half of what used to support you both is frightening -- especially for women who have stayed at home to raise the children and now face the prospect of having to look for outside employment. Alimony is not a given in
- [The Goal](https://koenigdunne.com/the-goal/) - She shot. She scored! And I missed it. Maybe in your household your child scoring a soccer goal is a regular occurrence and accomplishment. But in our household, for our Sophia, it is nothing short of a minor miracle. Sophia does not play sports out of athletic drive, skill, or competitiveness. She plays for the
- [Does it Matter Which Spouse Files for Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/does-it-matter-which-spouse-files-for-divorce/) - Deciding to proceed with a divorce is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. Moreover, filing for divorce might feel like a daunting task, even if both spouses want a divorce. So, does it matter which spouse files for divorce? The short answer is No. In the eyes of the court, both spouses are entitled to
- [One Little Word](https://koenigdunne.com/one-little-word/) - Joy. Calm. Beyond. These words start to fill up my social media feeds at the first of the year when people are apt to choose “one little word” to set a specific intention or provide inspiration for the year ahead. Some chose companion words to provide subtext for a goal: grit, glory, gumption. Over the
- [What Can and Can't the Judge Do For You?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-can-and-cant-the-judge-do-for-you/) - During a custody case, if you and your spouse are unable to agree on a parenting plan, the judge may have to make decisions regarding the parenting plan for you. If a judge becomes involved in custody decisions, it is important to keep in mind what the judge can and cannot do for you. General
- [Resolve to Celebrate](https://koenigdunne.com/resolve-to-celebrate/) - I weigh myself. Ugh. Add that to the list of resolutions. I stare into my messy closet. Ugh. Add that to the list of resolutions. I can count the number of vegetables in my house on two fingers. Ugh. Add that to the list of resolutions. And I keep going until my list is in
- [What Must Be Included In My Parenting Plan?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-must-be-included-in-my-parenting-plan/) - The Nebraska Parenting Act requires that a parenting plan is created for legal issues involving the custody of a child. While parents may choose to include a number of different agreements in their plan, there are some provisions that are required to be included. Below are 10 items which must be included in a parenting
- [Crabby Patty Consequences:  From Cocoa to Cops](https://koenigdunne.com/crabby-patty-consequences-from-cocoa-to-cops/) - I was so impressed. My youngest daughter brought five of her friend’s home after school to start winter break with a secret Santa gift exchange. They arrived to my gentle warning to be quiet and respectful for the first hour while my office was still in business. I barely heard a peep. I was so
- [3 Mistakes to Avoid During Your Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/3-mistakes-to-avoid-during-your-divorce/) - In an effort to transition through your divorce relatively unscathed -- both financially and emotionally – you will need to take an active role in attempting to keep things civil. In other words, you have a role to play in maintaining the civility in your divorce. Long gone are the days when divorce was all
- [The Christmas Crash](https://koenigdunne.com/the-christmas-crash/) - I remember a year I had big expectations and along with them, a big discovery when they were decidedly dashed. My daughters, my mom, and I, set off on what I declared to be a great family adventure. We were going to romantically tromp through a tree farm and cut down our own magical Christmas
- [How to Legally Change Your Name in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-legally-change-your-name-in-nebraska/) - If you are preparing for or are in the process of getting a divorce, you will want to consider whether or not to restore your former name. Nebraska has a fairly easy process for accomplishing this as part of your divorce process. If you want to have your former (maiden) name restored, you should take
- [Quality Time Correction](https://koenigdunne.com/quality-time-correction/) - I couldn’t wait. It was likely going to be our own version of a Hallmark Christmas movie. But this one would be about a mother and her teenage daughters having the most magical Christmas time ever. No plot twists were allowed that would involve a hardship to overcome. My daughters and I were off to
- [Valuing a Business in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/blog-valuing-a-business-in-a-divorce/) - If you or your spouse have an ownership interest in a business, that ownership interest may be considered a marital asset subject to division in your divorce. As with any asset, the first question issue that must be determined is whether (or what portion) of the business interest is martial. If the business ownership interest
- [10 Golden Rules to Protect Your Kids During a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/10-golden-rules-to-protect-your-kids-during-a-divorce/) - Ideally, parents going through a divorce make it a priority to work together to lessen the negative impact the divorce may have on their children. Although it may be difficult for you to set aside your own marital differences during this stressful time, you can make the transition easier for your children if you follow
- [5 Questions to Ask Your Divorce Attorney in the Initial Consultation](https://koenigdunne.com/5-questions-to-ask-your-divorce-attorney-in-the-initial-consultation/) - When meeting with an attorney for the first time in the divorce process, it is important that you receive candid advice to any questions or concerns that you may have. While your attorney may not be able to answer all of your questions during the initial consultation, your attorney should be able to provide you
- [The Truth About Timing](https://koenigdunne.com/the-truth-about-timing/) - I sat with a mess of memories in front of me. Reflections from our fishing trips, vacations to the beach, our wedding, the births of our babies - all in shiny ornaments to be boxed away with the holidays now over. The tree ornaments were a reflection of our collective identity as a couple. We
- [What Issues Can Be Addressed in a Nebraska Prenuptial Agreement?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-issues-can-be-addressed-in-a-nebraska-prenuptial-agreement/) - A prenuptial agreement is essentially a legal contract between prospective spouses that becomes effective once they become married. The reason pre-nups are so beneficial is that they can provide significant savings in time and money if the couple should divorce in the future, since the issues a court would normally resolve are already addressed in
- [Scared](https://koenigdunne.com/scared-2/) - Halloween is one of my favorite nights of the year. Particularly when it lands on a cool, windy evening and you can hear the leaves crunching and rustling underfoot as the children laugh up and down the sidewalks before shouting “trick or treat” at doorsteps. I enjoy the occasional whiffs through the air of burning
- [Alcohol Monitoring in Nebraska Custody Cases: What You Need to Know](https://koenigdunne.com/alcohol-monitoring-in-nebraska-custody-cases-what-you-need-to-know/) - In the midst of a divorce, particularly when child custody is involved, concerns about a co-parent's alcohol use can add complexity to an already stressful situation. One option to address these concerns is the use of alcohol monitoring devices, which can provide peace of mind regarding a parent’s sobriety during their time with the children.
- [In Love and Loss](https://koenigdunne.com/in-love-and-loss/) - She said it in such a whisper I could barely tell she was talking. “I still love him,” she said with a shiver of shame running over her. My heart moved over to make room for her. I had met this sadness before – from the hims and hers who came in throughout the years
- [10 Factors That Influence How Quickly You Recover From Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/10-factors-that-influence-how-quickly-you-recover-from-divorce/) - According to a recent article in Psychology Today, how quickly and well you recover from a divorce depends largely on these 10 factors: 1. The length of the marriage. The longer you and your spouse were together, the more entwined your lives became -- which makes it more likely that it will take longer for
- [Battered](https://koenigdunne.com/battered-2/) - The first time I saw a man punch a woman in the face, I was in high school, in the passenger seat of my boyfriend’s car, looking out the window at the bowling alley we were passing. I was shocked, horrified, and instantly felt sick to my stomach. Prior to that moment it had never
- [The 5 Facebook Rules You Need to Protect Your Marriage](https://koenigdunne.com/the-5-facebook-rules-you-need-to-protect-your-marriage/) - Social media has done wonders to connect people all over the world, but there is one type of connection it has become infamous for: infidelity. Studies have shown that a spouse’s overuse of Facebook contributes to marriage instability and dissatisfaction. That usage can also encourage behavior that is destructive to intimate relationships: flirting, making emotional
- [4 Ways Children Suffer in a Bad Marriage](https://koenigdunne.com/4-ways-children-suffer-in-a-bad-marriage/) - Today, divorce is commonplace, but there was a time several decades ago when divorce was considered socially taboo and couples were encouraged to always stay together “for the sake of the children.” Now we know that whether or not divorce is harmful to children depends largely on how it is handled by their parents. We
- [Does It Hurt or Help to be Nice in a Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/does-it-hurt-or-help-to-be-nice-in-a-divorce/) - Divorce does not have to be contentious. In fact, you could be making it harder for yourself (and your children) if you approach your divorce with revenge in your heart. Taking the high road is not always easy, but there are several reasons you may benefit from it: You can save money. If you and
- [Grandparents’ Visitation Rights in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/grandparents-visitation-rights-in-nebraska/) - Grandparents can add a lot to a child’s life, especially when the child’s parents are divorced. Unfortunately, when one spouse divorces another, they often “divorce” their ex’s parents as well. In Nebraska, grandparents can go to court to request visitation rights for their grandchildren, but it can be an uphill battle since Nebraska requires very
- [Collaborative Divorce vs. Traditional Litigated Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/collaborative-divorce-vs-traditional-litigated-divorce/) - Collaborative divorce is an alternative method for couples facing divorce. Through the collaborative process, spouses pledge to resolve all issues without court intervention. In a collaborative divorce, spouses focus on settlement with the goal to minimize the negative economic, social, and emotional consequences that families face in the traditional adversarial divorce process. In a traditional
- [Custody of Children When a Divorce is Pending](https://koenigdunne.com/custody-of-children-when-a-divorce-is-pending/) - Nebraska family courts follow guidelines that keep the best interests of the child at the center of legal decisions, and the courts typically believe that children do best when both parents are involved in their lives. Custody does not usually become an issue until one spouse moves out or seeks an order for parenting time
- [Back to School: The ABC’s of Co-Parenting](https://koenigdunne.com/back-to-school-the-abcs-of-co-parenting/) - For 13 consecutive years now on a back-to-school morning I have awakened with excitement. In the early years I picked the perfect bow for my daughters’ hair and took my time while they let me brush and style their pretty hair. In the latter years I have helped chose the outfit or made sure group
- [5 Essential Steps for Making Your Divorce Less Painful](https://koenigdunne.com/5-essential-steps-for-making-your-divorce-less-painful/) - When your “I do” becomes an “I don’t,” you will be facing a number of decisions that can have a profound effect on your life -- and the lives of your children if you have them -- for years to come. Use this 5-step roadmap to help you navigate your way through your divorce so
- [6 Shocking Financial Surprises for Women Who Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/6-shocking-financial-surprises-for-women-who-divorce/) - A recent study by Worthy -- Building a Financial Fresh Start -- examined the experiences of almost 1,800 adult women who were either facing divorce, were in the middle of a divorce, or had completed a divorce. Overall, the study found that most of the women surveyed found themselves financially vulnerable due to two primary
- [Divorce Timetables](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-timetables/) - Nearly all phases of your divorce will be accompanied by timelines providing when certain actions must be taken or prohibiting certain actions from being taken. The following are some common timelines to help you decipher what must be done during your divorce and when. Mandatory waiting period What is it? Under Nebraska law, no divorce
- [4 Ways You Can Help Your Nebraska Divorce Case](https://koenigdunne.com/4-ways-you-can-help-your-nebraska-divorce-case/) - Navigating the emotional, financial and legal challenges that come with a Nebraska divorce can be made easier if you avoid making any bad choices or mistakes that can compromise your case. These mistakes are typically made because of misinformation or a lack of understanding about the Nebraska divorce process. This is why it is important
- [Caught in the Catch](https://koenigdunne.com/caught-in-the-catch/) - I knew what I was seeing before I knew what I was seeing. My brain worked hard to protect my mom heart. What is that? Is that a highlighter? I pulled the top off not to expose a highlighter tip, but rather a menthol pack. Oh. OH. My fifteen-year-old culprit daughter was in the basement working on
- [Timeline for Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/timeline-for-divorce-in-nebraska/) - How long will my divorce take? This is one of the most common questions during an initial consultation. There are many unknowns during the divorce process and the ultimate timeline for the completion of a divorce is one of them. The earliest timeframe in which you can complete your divorce is 60 days after the
- [Finding Friends: Kindred Spirits & F Yesses](https://koenigdunne.com/finding-friends-kindred-spirits-f-yesses/) - I was nervous. I carefully considered my outfit and my hair. I was being set up by a friend who cautioned me in her initial message that she did not make these introductions regularly or lightly. I respect her a great deal, so this added to my nerves. It was a blind date, but not
- [What is a Parenting Plan in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-parenting-plan-in-nebraska/) - The Nebraska Parenting Act requires all parents involved in a legal action regarding custody or parenting time to have a parenting plan. A parenting plan is a document that details how you and the other parent will parent your child upon divorce or separation. To finalize a parenting plan, you have three options: You and
- [Is Divorce an Inevitable Result of Infidelity?](https://koenigdunne.com/is-divorce-an-inevitable-result-of-infidelity/) - When a partner has an affair -- either physical or emotional -- it can tear a marriage apart. Whether or not infidelity leads to divorce depends on several factors, the most important being if both partners are committed to rebuilding the trust on which a good marriage is built. If your marriage has suffered from
- [Can I Modify Alimony After My Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/can-i-modify-alimony-after-my-divorce/) - It is not unusual for financial circumstances to change after a divorce, and Nebraska law allows for either ex-spouse to make a request for modification of support, be it a paying spouse who can no longer afford his or her support payments or a nonpaying spouse in need of additional support. There may be a
- [All Mine](https://koenigdunne.com/all-mine/) - “This day is mine,” I heard myself say aloud. No errands to run. No parties to attend. No plays to see. Even the kitchen floor and the rugs were generously silent. No one to listen to, attend to, or do for. The absence of responsibility brought a lightness to my limbs and a slight smile
- [Do You Need a Financial Expert in Your Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/do-you-need-a-financial-expert-in-your-divorce/) - Considering divorce can be a daunting process, especially when financial complexities are involved. Many individuals worry about the potential need for a financial expert to navigate asset division, spousal support, and valuation of complex assets, such as a business. Understanding the financial implications and seeking professional guidance can be crucial to ensuring a fair and
- [Recent Child Support Law Passed in Nebraska Supports Children](https://koenigdunne.com/recent-child-support-law-passed-in-nebraska-supports-children/) - The Nebraska Legislature took action this year to ensure that child support funds collected by the state were used to support Nebraska’s lowest income families. Historically, the federal government has provided financial assistance through the “Temporary Assistance for Needy Families” (TANF) program. This federal program has been administered by the State of Nebraska through its
- [Will Seeing a Therapist Hurt My Chances of Getting Custody?](https://koenigdunne.com/will-seeing-a-therapist-hurt-my-chances-of-getting-custody/) - Undoubtedly, a big life change, such as a divorce can cause emotional distress. Unfortunately, a stigma regarding mental health support still exists. Many parents worry that seeking professional help may make them appear unstable or be used against them in a custody proceeding. However, if you are seeing a therapist, acknowledge yourself for getting the
- [Speak to Me: The Cost of Poor Co-Parent Communication Part 2](https://koenigdunne.com/speak-to-me-the-cost-of-poor-co-parent-communication-part-2/) - “I need to check in with you on the plan for the girls this summer for vehicles. They are both trying to line up summer jobs. Are you planning to get another car to meet the agreement that you provide vehicles for both girls?” No response received. October 9th 1:51 p.m. – “Can I have
- [5 Common Misconceptions About Child Support in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/5-common-misconceptions-about-child-support-in-nebraska/) - In Nebraska, child support is calculated by using a mathematical formula established by state law. While determining child support is an inevitable issue to be resolved in divorce involving minor children, many parents may not understand the specific nuances of child support. For example: How can child support be spent? Am I responsible to pay
- [Courtroom Career:  Observations from my Daughter](https://koenigdunne.com/courtroom-career-observations-from-my-daughter/) - I am not sure which of us was more excited or more nervous. My daughter was coming to court after school to watch me. This was the first time in her 14 years that she had taken interest in what her mom does. After watching me spend atypical evenings and weekends working on what I
- [FLOWERING FOCUS ](https://koenigdunne.com/flowering-focus/) - I awoke at sunrise to slip out the door with my gloves, sheers, and bucket of water. The summer temperatures on the 1st of April meant I didn’t have a day to lose. One Monday morning each spring my co-workers walk into the office to the sweet scent of newly cut lilac blooms filling the
- [Two Actions to Take Before Separating from Your Spouse](https://koenigdunne.com/two-actions-to-take-before-separating-from-your-spouse/) - Failing to prepare is preparing to fail, and in the context of divorce, this adage rings true. If you are considering separating from your spouse and filing for divorce, it is important that you prepare for both the legal process and the fact that you and your spouse will soon be living apart. From budgeting
- [How to Protect Your Premarital Assets from a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-protect-your-premarital-assets-from-a-divorce/) - Protecting premarital assets from a divorce means understanding the difference between marital property and non-marital property -- and taking the necessary steps to shield your non-marital property before divorce may even be a consideration. First, you need to know what constitutes non-marital property, which is: Property you brought into the marriage that was kept separate
- [Speak to Me: The Cost of Poor Communication Part 1](https://koenigdunne.com/speak-to-me-the-cost-of-poor-communication-part-1/) - Wife to attorney email: I need to file taxes. Can you ask Husband’s attorney if he agrees to file jointly? Attorney to wife email: I will ask. Wife’s attorney to me email: Does your client agree to file taxes jointly this year? $65.00 charge to wife Me: Review email and email client. Are you
- [Minor Child Name Change in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/minor-child-name-change-in-nebraska/) - In Nebraska, a parent wishing to change a child’s name may petition the court for a name change. However, changing a minor child’s name can be a complex legal process. For example, you must file your Petition and give formal notice to the other legal parent that you intend to change your minor child’s name.
- [Divorce Survival Guide for Those Over 50](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-survival-guide-for-those-over-50/) - According to recent statistics, approximately 25% of U.S. divorces involve couples over the age of 50. The incidence of what has become known as “gray divorce” has risen drastically over the past decade, but there are ways you can survive -- and even thrive -- if you keep these tips in mind: Prepare emotionally and
- [What is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-qualified-domestic-relations-order/) - To divide many types of retirement accounts in a divorce, federal law requires that special court orders called Qualified Domestic Relations Orders be submitted and approved by the court. This order, referred to as a QDRO, provides instructions to a retirement plan administrator on how to divide funds from a retirement account after a divorce
- [Single Parent Seesaw](https://koenigdunne.com/single-parent-seesaw/) - I looked at the month ahead. Wait. Is that a mistake, I wondered. Three weekends in a row I had marked down “girls” in my calendar. Just the thought perked me up. 3 weekends in a row! Simultaneously a shift and a gift! My feet danced a little in my shoes as I felt the
- [Translating Legalese](https://koenigdunne.com/translating-legalese/) - Struggling with legal terms? Don't fret. Our blog decodes common legal terms so you can focus on your case. Knowledge is power, and we're here to help!
- [Taking the Cake](https://koenigdunne.com/taking-the-cake/) - “It’ll keep for a few days, won’t it?” they ask. My eyes get big. I smile nervously. “What’s wrong?” they ask. “I’m not sure I can be trusted with it,” I say. The last quarter of the delicious dense spice cake with thick buttercream frosting sat on the pink stand with a pedestal. If it
- [Locked Out, Not Alone](https://koenigdunne.com/locked-out-love/) - I pull on the car door handle. Locked.I try the passenger door. Locked, too.I peer inside and see the small red purse containing my keys sitting right beside my bag of frozen fish and bunch of fuchsia tulips.I feel the familiar ache in my gut— the one I get when I can’t solve my problem
- [How Your Social Media Habits Can Impact Your Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/how-your-social-media-habits-can-impact-your-divorce/) - One thing that couples divorcing only a decade ago didn’t have to take into consideration was their social media habits. Today, with the vast majority of Americans living their lives out loud online, social media can be a virtual minefield when it comes to divorce. Don’t supply evidence against you. Once your divorce is initiated,
- [Featuring Fun](https://koenigdunne.com/featuring-fun/) - I couldn’t catch my breath. I was in a public place and tears were streaming down my face. The threat of urinating on myself was real. I could not stop laughing. It came wave after therapeutic wave – the fits of giggles in between the gasps for air. When I think back to the four
- [Mandala Madness](https://koenigdunne.com/mandala-madness/) - Preface: If in your mind’s eye you fancy me a sophisticated and/or elegant lady lawyer: number one – thank you; and number two – you should probably stop reading now. One of my favorite hobbies is hand stitching. My preferred medium is felt and sequins (think 1980’s childhood and me adoring the handmade ornaments my
- [Tips for Co-Parenting Successfully with a Narcissist](https://koenigdunne.com/tips-for-co-parenting-successfully-with-a-narcissist/) - Being married -- then divorced -- from a narcissist is bad enough, but when you must co-parent with one, the difficult becomes the almost impossible. Your co-parent narcissist thrives on dysfunction, which makes for a miserable co-existence. However, if you are aware of their tactics, you’ll be in a better position to deal with them.
- [Out-of-State Travel](https://koenigdunne.com/out-of-state-travel/) - Can my co-parent book airline tickets and travel out-of-state with our child? Does he/she need my consent first? Is our child allowed to leave Nebraska with either parent? The country? These questions are common for parents transitioning into their new normal of co-parenting. With the holidays right around the corner, you may be wondering what
- [If I Called ICE](https://koenigdunne.com/if-i-called-ice/) - She leapt up from the bleacher in a giant cheer. The star of her alma mater’s basketball team made the winning shot. But as Victoria shuffled out the gym door amidst the crowd of smiling students, I saw seriousness rather than celebration on her face. “How are you, Victoria?” I asked as we walked down
- [Absent](https://koenigdunne.com/absent/) - There was a hole on the wall. She stared at it with the tears coming anew. This hole was not the kind that needed spackling and sanding, but the kind that needed time and space to replace the vacancy. She had just taken down the wedding portrait of her son and now former daughter-in-law. The
- [Divorce Tax Tips: 5 Most Common Divorce Tax Questions in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-tax-tips-5-most-common-divorce-tax-questions-in-nebraska/) - Do I have to pay income tax when my ex-spouse and I transfer property or pay a property settlement per the terms of our divorce decree? No. The transfer of property (or payment of a property settlement payment) pursuant to a divorce decree is not taxable. However, you’ll want to keep in mind the future
- [Settlement v. Trial: 10 Things to Consider](https://koenigdunne.com/settlement-v-trial-10-things-to-consider/) - All divorces end by either settling or going to trial. While the vast majority take the former route, settlement is not always the best or most appropriate option. Determining whether to settle or to take your case to trial can be a difficult decision. Here are some questions to consider when making your decision. How
- [International Women's Day](https://koenigdunne.com/international-womens-day/) - She didn’t talk about her past. Not about her early innocent farm life. Not about being a child in a refugee camp, making toys from mud and sticks. Not about the girls next door who died when their tent caught fire. Laila’s focus was on the women in another continent. Laila’s family was Yazidi, a
- [Courage and a Conversation](https://koenigdunne.com/courage-and-a-conversation/) - A wave of nausea hit my stomach every time I thought about it. There was a conversation about our financial obligations for our kids that I needed to have with my former spouse that I did not want to have. I dreaded it. I delayed it. I downright ignored it. Our co-parenting relationship has been
- [What's the Difference Between Collaborative Divorce and Mediation?](https://koenigdunne.com/whats-the-difference-between-collaborative-divorce-and-mediation/) - Both mediation and collaborative divorce are alternative dispute resolution options for spouses seeking to divorce outside the courtroom.
- [Stuck Out of Sight](https://koenigdunne.com/stepping-out-of-stuckness/) - Start where you are. Use what you already have. I began this blog trying to practice what I preach. I printed the page I’d written on the topic years ago. I scratched some sentences and I searched for my own story of being stuck. I struggled to see where I might be stuck in my
- [A House and A Home](https://koenigdunne.com/a-house-and-a-home/) - Children from divorced parents often have no home. This doesn't mean they aren't fiercely loved, sheltered, or cared for but it is a hard truth.
- [Keep Your Divorce Confidential: 5 Tips for Protecting Your Attorney Client Privilege](https://koenigdunne.com/keep-your-divorce-confidential-5-tips-for-protecting-your-attorney-client-privilege/) - To ensure that communications between you and your lawyer remain confidential follow these 5 tips to protect against losing your attorney-client privilege.
- [4 Most Common Questions Regarding Alimony in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/5-most-common-questions-regarding-alimony-in-nebraska/) - One of the most common fears spouses have about an impending divorce is whether they will be required to pay alimony or if they will be eligible to receive alimony. In Nebraska there is not a specific calculation that can be used to plug in income, expenses, and length of marriage and reveal how much
- [When Does It Get Easier?](https://koenigdunne.com/when-does-it-get-better/) - “One last question.” She paused. “When does it get easier?” For a good hour we’d reviewed her goals, timelines, and action steps. An energetic entrepreneur, she’d left her lucrative but grueling job at the insurance company to strike out on her own. She’d managed to get a steady stream of clients, pay down debt, and
- [How to Keep Your Credit Intact Following a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-keep-your-credit-intact-following-a-divorce/) - Discover tips from our attorneys to safeguard your credit during divorce. Avoid financial pitfalls and maintain your credit score.
- [Alimony in Nebraska: Essential Information for Your Attorney](https://koenigdunne.com/what-information-to-provide-your-attorney-if-you-want-to-be-awarded-alimony-in-nebraska/) - Discover key details for winning alimony in Nebraska. Equip your attorney with essential information to strengthen your case effectively.
- [Do we need lawyers if we agree?](https://koenigdunne.com/if-my-spouse-and-i-agree-to-everything-in-our-divorce-do-we-need-to-hire-a-lawyer/) - Even in simple cases, the legal system can be a maze. Read our latest blog and discover why mediation could be your best move.
- [Divorce and Relocating Out of State with your Children](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-made-simple-divorce-and-relocating-out-of-state-with-your-children-an-analysis-of-nebraskas/) - Discover how our attorneys navigate Nebraska's child relocation laws during divorce, ensuring the best arrangements for your children.
- [Collaborative Divorce Part I](https://koenigdunne.com/collaborative-divorce-blog-part-i-what-is-collaborative-divorce/) - Gain insights on collaborative divorce in Nebraska with our certified attorney. Clear explanations of the process await you.
- [Collaborative Divorce Part II](https://koenigdunne.com/collaborative-divorce-part-ii-a-brief-history-and-the-popularity-of-the-collaborative-divorce-model/) - A Brief History and the Popularity of the Collaborative Divorce Model explained by our certified collaborative divorce lawyer.
- [Who Needs Collaborative Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/who-needs-collaborative-divorce-misconceptions-and-clarifications-about-collaborative-divorce/) - Our certified collaborative divorce attorney provides clarity and debunks misconceptions about Collaborative Divorce.
- [Let's Talk](https://koenigdunne.com/lets-talk/) - Cozy on the sofa under the heavy throw, a thick stack of Sunday newsprint sat on my lap and my small pot of tea joined us on the coffee table nearby. Bliss. I relished the precious hours of the week when neither the calendar nor calls threatened interruption. Church-going was history and meditation not yet
- [The Favorite](https://koenigdunne.com/the-favorite/) - Challenging assumptions: Do children of divorced parents have favorites? Gain insights from real conversations in our latest blog post. #Divorce #Parenting
- [Do's and Don'ts for Divorcing Parents](https://koenigdunne.com/dos-and-donts-for-divorcing-parents/) - Discover valuable tips to ease your family's transition during a Nebraska divorce. Our blog offers insights for divorcing parents and their kids
- [Out of My League](https://koenigdunne.com/out-of-my-league/) - Portland Marathon on the back of her shirt hit me like a billboard shouting EXIT HERE! Six weeks earlier, inspired by the scale displaying the upper end of my annual winter weight, I’d signed up to run a 10k. I’d no sooner put my plan in place when headlines read Spring Fails to Start in
- [5 Tips to Fast-Track Your Nebraska Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/5-tips-to-fast-track-your-nebraska-divorce/) - If you’ve made the hard decision to divorce and want to speed things along, our top attorneys have provided 5 tips to fast-track your divorce.
- [Coffee Redemption](https://koenigdunne.com/coffee-redemption/) - “Ohhhh!” she cried. I turned to see her mouth open in amazed confusion and her arms outstretched, a cup in one hand. She’d selected a cup from the shelf for her morning tea. She didn’t expect it to shower her with coffee. Her coral shirt, beautiful against her pale skin, was soaked. I grabbed a
- [Annual Review](https://koenigdunne.com/annual-review/) - The carefully circled letters reveal the thought put into the markings: A B C D F. The feedback being noted is a gift for the recipient. The steady handwriting with words of positive performance over the past year and notes for focus in the year ahead show care in the critique. Every year my team
- [A Year of Happy](https://koenigdunne.com/a-year-of-happy/) - I went through my divorce in 2011. It was not a happy year. My former spouse and I reached the amicable decision to divorce together and there were no surprises, nor was there any mistreatment of each other. So as far as divorcing went, I actually had some of the best of circumstances. Notwithstanding, it
- [Punched In The Gut](https://koenigdunne.com/punched-in-the-gut-4/) - We argue about the garlic in the guacamole. He storms outside. I stand at the bathroom mirror, my shaking hand focused on my mascara. I hear the front door open, his footsteps coming up the stairs. He opens the door, and silently pounds his fist into my gut. “Now you can tell your friends I abused
- [Men of Courage](https://koenigdunne.com/men-of-courage/) - When I was in junior high, sleepovers with girlfriends meant sharing secrets. Conversation was the main activity, and nothing was off limits. I could reveal my father’s alcoholism, weep over the “boyfriend” of one week who had dumped me, and angst over the upcoming student council election. It was a safe place. My entire life
- [Mindfulness in Motherhood, A Message for Moms](https://koenigdunne.com/mindfulness-in-motherhood-a-message-for-moms/) - My daughter Sophia tugs the ears of people she loves. It started when she was a baby, as I nursed her she would reach up and pull at my ear. As she got older, she would suck her thumb and tug at her own ear or the ear of any loved one nearby. Her practice
- [Normal](https://koenigdunne.com/normal/) - After thousands of initial divorce consultations with men and women contemplating whether or not to move forward with a divorce, I find myself frequently questioning normal. People often reveal to me the intimate details of their married lives. They reveal how she lives upstairs, he lives downstairs. They reveal how they no longer talk to
- [Mariachi Mother's Day](https://koenigdunne.com/mariachi-mothers-day/) - I had a 3 o’clock appointment for a massage from Fernando. I separated from my six travel companions who were more willing than me on this Mother’s Day morning to haggle with the street vendors hawking brightly colored scarves and silver necklaces. I walked quickly to an uncertain destination with my eyes straight ahead under
- [Happy Anniversary](https://koenigdunne.com/happy-anniversary/) - My husband’s terminal cancer diagnosis kicked off the season. We followed the doctor’s “You better take this vacation while you still can” prescription, a family fiasco instead of fun in Alaska. Upon our return I oversaw the renovation of a century old building for our law office, during which a fiber optic cable punctured our
- [How a Divorce Affects Your Estate Plan](https://koenigdunne.com/how-a-divorce-affects-your-estate-plan/) - For most people, there are four main estate planning issues that are of concern during a divorce: How assets are divided now, and how they will be distributed after death Re-designation of beneficiaries Whether your spouse will still make decisions for you in the event you become incapacitated Control and management of certain assets Couples
- [Easy](https://koenigdunne.com/easy/) - “You have it so much easier because you only have your kids half the time.” He made this statement a couple of times during our conversation. The first time it fell out of his mouth I felt like a victim of Little Bunny Foo Foo hopping through the forest being bopped on the head. It
- [Quiet Client](https://koenigdunne.com/quiet-client/) - I walked into the courthouse thinking about the thousands of times I have walked these halls over the last 25 years. The quiet reverence in the courthouse could confuse you for thinking you were in a library or a bank, except for the always visible police officers on duty. Suited-up lawyers talking in hushed soothing
- [New Year, Same Me](https://koenigdunne.com/new-year-new-me/) - Angela realizes how far she's come on her post-divorce journey and pauses to release the should-be version of herself that was built out of comparisons and criticism.
- [Holiday Helpers](https://koenigdunne.com/holiday-helpers/) - We all play the parts perfectly. Oscar-worthy really. My daughters (13 and 11) shuffle around the house excitedly until he is found. They call out for me and I come either blinky-eyed on the weekend mornings or fairly distracted weekday morning while I finish slipping in my earrings. “Max came” they will cry out. “What?
- [Reflections on a Holiday That Wasn’t](https://koenigdunne.com/reflections-on-a-holiday-that-wasnt/) - My Christmas tree died a week before Christmas. The branches were weighed down to the floor in a giant 8-foot droop. The star on top tilted to the left along with the sagging sapless branches. I should have known it was a sign. I should have known it would contribute to the sadness that would
- [DECEMBER DUALITY ](https://koenigdunne.com/december-duality/) - Happy December! I proclaimed, evidencing both my December delight and my ingrained enthusiasm for beginnings. Each December day is like opening the tiny cardboard panel on my advent calendar to discover some unknown surprise. A card with glittery red cardinals from a longtime friend. The scent of pine upon entering an office. The smoothness of
- [Hard Holidays](https://koenigdunne.com/hard-holidays/) - It was so much harder than I expected. I had successfully navigated the Christmas holidays all seven years prior as a divorced parent with my two young daughters. Now, in my 8th year as a divorced parent, the Christmas season was upon us. Their dad made a request to take the girls away for both
- [True Thanksgiving](https://koenigdunne.com/true-thanksgiving/) - You use gratitude like cocaine, she said. Confusion followed the stun of my kind friend’s smack of truth, and shame infused my face as I tried to process her words. When asked how I was doing, I’d developed a habit of reciting my blessings. With my husband on a path to a predicted death, gratitude
- [SEASONAL AMNESIA](https://koenigdunne.com/seasonal-amnesia/) - With a blast of cold, I was shocked into a new season. Though the calendar had not yet declared the first day of winter, the sudden chill in my bones left me certain that the warm, sunny days of autumn were past. Just the week before we’d walked aroundin sweaters and sweatshirts. Now we’d need
- [40 SEPTEMBERS](https://koenigdunne.com/40-septembers/) - As days darken sooner and mornings lighten later, I mark September’s close with acute awareness. Forty years ago this month, my perfect newborn Benjamin arrived to instantly mark a change of life’s seasons. Two weeks later he took his place in the Pack ‘n’ Play in the three-room office of my solo start up law
- [LOST LUGGAGE LESSON](https://koenigdunne.com/lost-luggage-lesson/) - Majestic castles, breakfasts overlooking the sea, gorgeous green against ancient stone. Scotland was grand. Arriving home without my luggage was not. I typically prefer to pack lightly. I once went a week in Costa Rica with a single small backpack. But for this trip, I was ready for all occasions. The predicable rain, the fancy
- [Sunday Drive](https://koenigdunne.com/sunday-drive/) - “It’s so green,” I said, breaking the silence of our Sunday drive. Recent rains brought a lushness to the landscape of rolling hills and rural homesteads. No flooded fields. No drought withered crops. Just miles of gorgeous green. Like many a sitting meditation, my moment of peaceful bliss is instantly disturbed by my mind leaving
- [Heartache Healing](https://koenigdunne.com/heartache-healing/) - He had a deep love for sleeping in sunshine spots. You could tell time in our house by his on the nose reminders of meal and treat times. He preferred under-the-chin scratches the best. He adored being Anna’s favorite. For over fifteen years our Oliver a/k/a Ollie a/k/a Ollie Jones has been a steadfast and
- [PLAY PRACTICE](https://koenigdunne.com/play-practice/) - I turn the calendar to August. Instantly I’m aware it’s the final true month of summer. If I’m going to lounge by the pool, nap in a hammock, or taste the ice cream cone melting from the summer heat, I’d better get crackin’. I admire people who effortlessly build the pleasures of play into their
- [COUSIN COMMITMENT ](https://koenigdunne.com/cousin-commitment/) - We now have no mothers nor fathers. Adult orphans one could say. We cousins have become the elders in our clan. Our mothers were all children of the Great Depression. Two of the three married alcoholics. Two saw one of their children die. All were widowed. All found comfort in their faith. Growing up we
- [Garden Gains](https://koenigdunne.com/garden-gains/) - I felt pressure in the center of my chest. My body spoke intently what my mind was thinking. This hurts a little. We'd planted seeds a week or two before. I am filled with the excitement of a second grader when their little green heads start to poke up out of the darkness. But seeds
- [Soggy Cereal](https://koenigdunne.com/soggy-cereal/) - I stayed in bed because I knew I was supposed to. I pretended to sleep through the whispered arguments and the clanking of dishes. I peeked out from under the covers to see her proudly carrying the cookie sheet with her Mother’s Day display. I successfully feigned waking up rested and delighted to the breakfast
- [LILAC LOVE ](https://koenigdunne.com/lilac-love/) - Between the fading fuchsia of the redbud trees and the arrival of the violet iris, I start my lookout. My annual lilac ritual required observation for the ideal day. I waited through spring snow flurries and bouts of impatience; now it was time. The night before I prepare. Double sided red plastic bucket. Garden gloves
- [Remission](https://koenigdunne.com/remission/) - I sucked in every molecule of air in the room when my dad’s doctor confirmed it was prostate cancer. After weeks of testing, we finally had the clarity that comes with results. Despite anticipating this would be the news, the tears streamed down my face. My dad had been through enough in the last seven
- [April Honoring](https://koenigdunne.com/april-honoring/) - Oh April! The month of smiling daffodils and terrific tulips, of fuchsia redbuds and lavender lilacs. The month my neighborhood walks return so I see snowy white dogwood blossoms and showy pink magnolia blooms. Above all in April, I celebrate the wonderful women born in this first full month of spring. The list is too
- [Bunny Rabbits and Rituals](https://koenigdunne.com/bunny-rabbits-and-rituals/) - We caught the number 3 bus to downtown. Perhaps my little sister was with us, but my memory’s eye sees only Mom and me. It was our annual trip for something special for Easter Sunday. I can’t recall any dress purchases. The buy was more likely to be a white brimmed bonnet with an elastic
- [Dealing with Student Loans in a Nebraska Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/dealing-with-student-loans-in-a-nebraska-divorce/) - If you are getting divorced in Nebraska, there are three main areas where student loans may be involved. Those three areas are: (1) when either party incurs student loans during the marriage; (2) when student loans that were obtained by either party prior to the marriage are paid off/down during the marriage; and (3) when
- [The Blame Game](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-made-simple-the-blame-game/) - Divorce Made Simple: Each month in addition to our usual “Doing Divorce” blog posts, we will be providing additional practical information on the legal process of divorce. Attorney Angela Lennon will bring you the logistics of the legal process in a way that is easy to understand. This month’s blog is about what a “no-fault”
- [5 Tips Before Filing for Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-made-simple-5-tips-before-filing-for-divorce/) - Divorce is all we do. With almost 70 years of combined experience among our lawyers, we’ve had thousands of consultations with people at the beginning stages of their divorce. Here are five of the most common tips for you to consider before you decide to file for divorce (or if you think your spouse is contemplating
- [Divorce and Financial Aid for College: 5 Factors for Parents to Consider](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-and-financial-aid-for-college-5-factors-for-parents-to-consider-2/) - During the divorce process, spouses are required to make many decisions, especially considering their children and the future of the family’s finances. One of the benefits of hiring an experienced divorce attorney is to assist you in the decision-making process. An experienced lawyer can help you avoid potential unintended consequences of the decisions that you
- [Best Divorce Attorney in Omaha!](https://koenigdunne.com/best-divorce-attorney-in-omaha/) - Koenig|Dunne has been named Readers' Choice Best of the Big O's Best Divorce Attorney by The Reader Magazine!
- [The Nebraska Lawyer, Member Spotlight](https://koenigdunne.com/the-nebraska-lawyer-member-spotlight/) - Angela Lennon was recently profiled in The Nebraska Lawyer!
- [Lindsay Belmont joins the firm](https://koenigdunne.com/lindsay-belmont-joins-the-firm/) - Lindsay Belmont has joined the firm as an Associate Attorney. Lindsay graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in May 2014, earning her Juris Doctor with Distinction. During law school, she served as a law clerk in the areas of family law and public interest. After graduation, Lindsay worked for the Nebraska Child
- [Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Has Allowed Kids to Have 2 Legal Parents, More Stable Homes and Futures](https://koenigdunne.com/supreme-court-same-sex-marriage-ruling-has-allowed-kids-to-have-2-legal-parents-more-stable-homes-and-futures/) - The impact of marriage equality on children
- [Angela Lennon selected to Super Lawyer's 2016 Great Plains Rising Stars List!](https://koenigdunne.com/angela-lennon-has-been-selected-to-super-lawyers-2016-great-plains-rising-stars-list/) - Angela Lennon has been selected to Super Lawyer's 2016 Great Plains Rising Stars List. This is an honor reserved for attorneys who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Congratulations, Angela!
- [Sentimental Spaces](https://koenigdunne.com/sentimental-spaces/) - She was born last night. Just before midnight Rowan arrived on April 5, 2017 after much anticipation into her parents’ arms. Rowan is the granddaughter of my long time paralegal, Lori. In the last couple of weeks, as the birth became imminent, Lori was asked by her middle son to be in the delivery room
- [My Birthday](https://koenigdunne.com/my-birthday/) - There I am. Whirling and twirling amid bubbles on my 7th birthday in my peach party dress. Not a care in the world, perfectly present, and feeling loved and special in every way. I love this image. I love who I am in this moment. I refer to it often – particularly around my birthday.
- [What is Considered “Income” for Purposes of Calculating Child Support in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-considered-income-for-purposes-of-calculating-child-support-in-nebraska/) - In Nebraska, child support is determined by the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines. The Guidelines are rules that the Nebraska courts use to determine which parent will pay child support and how much child support will be paid each month. The amount of child support ordered depends heavily on each parent’s gross income. While determining a
- [A Single Statement](https://koenigdunne.com/a-single-statement/) - She wrote them all out: 42 reasons that she loved me, a gift for my 42nd birthday. Each reason was handwritten on a separate notecard. “When I tell you drama, you tell me the truth about what you think.” “You are okay with random Target runs.” “You pretend to not know when we do things like
- [The Marital Estate - What is Included and How is it Divided?](https://koenigdunne.com/the-marital-estate-what-is-included-and-how-is-it-divided/) - The marital estate includes all property, assets, debts, and liabilities acquired by the parties during the course of the marriage. The marital estate does not include property acquired through a gift or inheritance. Similarly, the marital estate does not include property acquired by one spouse before the marriage. If the premarital property can be easily
- [Co-Parenting Cliché](https://koenigdunne.com/co-parenting-cliche/) - I stared long and hard. The image seemingly becoming larger the longer I looked at it. I could feel my mood crumble as a grumble moved up to my mouth. “Are you kidding me?” I wanted to shout into the screen. hashtagcoparenting?? How about hashtaghard; hashtagcomplicated; hashtagtheoppositeofholdinghands. It was like staring at a picture of
- [What Happens to the Family Home in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/what-happens-to-the-family-home-in-a-divorce/) - One of the biggest decisions to be made during the divorce process is what will happen to the family home? This decision is more than just a legal one. It impacts both emotions and finances. Although there are many factors to consider, generally there two options for the home – either one spouse will keep
- [Valuation Date for Division of Marital Estate](https://koenigdunne.com/valuation-date-for-division-of-marital-estate/) - A major component of a divorce in Nebraska is the division of the marital estate. The marital estate is comprised of the assets and debts acquired during the course of the marriage (except for property deemed non-marital). But how do you know which date to use to value the marital estate? What if the parties
- [How to Pay or Receive Child Support in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-pay-or-receive-child-support-in-nebraska/) - Once the judge signs an order or decree that sets forth a child support obligation, the order/decree is then processed by the Clerk of the District Court. The Clerk’s office will then notify the Nebraska Child Support Payment Center (NCSPC) that a child support order has been entered. This process can sometimes takes up to
- [The Last Day](https://koenigdunne.com/the-last-day-2/) - Today is the last day of school for yet another school year that flew by in the blink of an eye. The last day of school signifies the end of another season. My girls and I look forward to the last day of school each year. To mark the fresh start of summer fun and
- [Top 5 Questions Regarding Depositions in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/top-5-questions-regarding-depositions-in-nebraska/) - What is a deposition? A deposition is the asking and answering of questions under oath, outside of the courtroom, in the presence of a court reporter. You will be “sworn in” and asked a number of questions by the attorney for the opposing party. Your attorney may ask you a few questions as well. A
- [5 Tips for Successful Parenting Plan Mediation in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/5-tips-for-successful-parenting-plan-mediation-in-nebraska/) - The Nebraska Parenting Act requires any parent involved in a court case regarding child custody, such as a divorce, legal separation, paternity action, or modification of custody action, to create a parenting plan for the court’s approval. A parenting plan is an agreement or court order that sets forth both parents’ rights and responsibilities regarding
- [What is the Difference Between a Restraining Order and a Domestic Abuse Protection Order?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-restraining-order-and-a-domestic-abuse-protection-order/) - There is a distinct difference between a restraining order and a domestic violence protection order in a divorce case. Restraining orders and protection orders are both court orders that direct a person to engage or not engage in certain behavior. A restraining order may be issued in a divorce case regarding multiple aspects of your
- [The Focus of Feelings](https://koenigdunne.com/the-focus-of-feelings/) - I watched the news in disbelief. A 10 year old St. Cecilia student drown. He was a classmate and friend to my daughter, Sophia. I knew him from the time spent over the years teaching Junior Achievement in their classrooms. He was well-liked, quiet, and humble. My heart started to break open for his parents
- [3 Ways to Value your Home in a Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/3-ways-to-value-your-home-in-a-divorce-in-nebraska/) - In a divorce, it’s likely your martial home is one of the most valuable assets you and your spouse own. Regardless of which spouse keeps the home, the equity in the home will need to be divided. Equity is the difference between the value of the home and the amount owed in mortgages (or other
- [Nebraska Residency and Divorce – Does Where You or Your Spouse Live Matter?](https://koenigdunne.com/nebraska-residency-and-divorce-does-where-you-or-your-spouse-live-matter/) - Whether a court has power to hear and rule on a divorce depends on the residency of at least one of the spouses. That is, has one of the spouses lived in Nebraska for more than one year with the intention of making Nebraska his or her permanent home? How long do I have to
- [Tips for Payment and Reimbursement of Childcare and Uninsured Medical Expenses for Children](https://koenigdunne.com/tips-for-payment-and-reimbursement-of-childcare-and-uninsured-medical-expenses-for-children/) - The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines recognizes that both parents have an equal duty to provide financial support to their children in proportion to their respective net incomes. There are three main types of financial support for children that will be addressed in a divorce. Child support Childcare expenses, which are due to the employment of
- [Defensive](https://koenigdunne.com/defensive-2/) - I still feel embarrassed by a mistake I made a few years ago today. It was “Meet the Teachers” night at school. When my former spouse asked about his new wife coming, I retorted that I did not think it appropriate. In my view, Meet the Teachers night was for parents and their children to
- [The First Day](https://koenigdunne.com/the-first-day/) - I was confident I would not cry. My sister mildly bragged the week prior that she didn’t shed a tear with her oldest starting kindergarten and her youngest starting preschool. As the older sister, I knew I could match that. Then this happened. I snapped this picture of my daughters on the school steps and
- [Pieces of Perspective](https://koenigdunne.com/pieces-of-perspective/) - “I’ve got it!” I thought smugly to myself. The perfect birthday gift for my soon-to-be eleven year old had finally lit the light bulb in my brain. I would make her a How To Be A Tween box. It would be filled with practical items, some fun things, and best of all - a year-in-review
- [Five Types of Discovery Commonly Issued in Divorce Cases](https://koenigdunne.com/five-types-of-discovery-commonly-issued-in-divorce-cases/) - During the pendency of your divorce, you and your spouse may gather information needed to resolve your case. This process, known as discovery, is the formal exchange of information. It helps prepare a case for trial, narrow issues in the case, facilitate settlement, or eliminate any surprise at trial. You may receive discovery requests from
- [September Single](https://koenigdunne.com/september-single/) - September. So many of my greatest joy of my rich life were delivered to me in September. The birth of my first child. My admission to the bar. My memorable annual fall weekends with women friends. The unexpected, unforgettable kiss that left me dazed. September also brought me my darkest hour--my husband’s quiet death as
- [Children’s Bill of Rights During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/childrens-bill-of-rights-during-divorce/) - The biggest fear parents have during divorce is the impact it will have on their children. Putting the needs and best interests of your children first during a divorce can look different for every family. Even during a time of great stress and turmoil, parents have a responsibility and opportunity to truly support their children.
- [Denying Dependence](https://koenigdunne.com/denying-dependence/) - “Are you planning on getting Sophia’s birthday cupcakes for her class tomorrow?” I asked. “Well, it wasn’t on my radar,” he replied. Due to a schedule change my daughter’s dad would now have her the night before her birthday and also the night class treats would need to be prepared or purchased. I pushed forward.
- [I Want Custody of my Children - But What Does that Mean?](https://koenigdunne.com/i-want-custody-of-my-children-but-what-does-that-mean/) - If your case involves minor children, a determination of the custodial arrangement that is in theirs best interests will be made. In Nebraska, there are two types of custody – legal and physical. Each serves a different purpose, and there can be variations on how legal and physical custody is awarded. Remember – the paramount
- [Depressed](https://koenigdunne.com/depressed-2/) - This week Angela was heartbroken by the news she lost a client to suicide. She again shares this message about depression and seeking help. The morning my divorce decree would be signed, I lay in bed on a tear-soaked pillow feeling like I could stay there the rest of my life. That dull morning, I
- [Health Insurance and Divorce in Nebraska – Your Options](https://koenigdunne.com/health-insurance-and-divorce-in-nebraska-your-options/) - How you will maintain health insurance coverage during and after your divorce is an important issue to be considered. Your options may be complex and expensive, and the impact of having a lapse in coverage can range from unfortunate to disastrous. Divorce is considered a Qualifying Life Event, which makes you eligible for a Special
- [What Does "Best Interests of the Child" Mean?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-does-best-interests-of-the-child-mean/) - Parents involved in custody actions are eager to know how a judge will decide custody of their children. The Nebraska Parenting Act provides that the paramount concern in any decision regard custody, parenting time, or other child-related issues is what is in the minor child’s best interests. This standard is simply known as the “best
- [Lay Me Down](https://koenigdunne.com/lay-me-down/) - The mood was somber. Every Monday morning we take 15 minutes to check in with each other. All of my co-workers gather and we look at the week ahead. This week we all woke to the horror that happened in Las Vegas Sunday night. Our hearts were heavy and our minds distracted as we felt
- [Your First Legal Documents:  Why You  Might Be Surprised About the Allegations or  Requests in your Spouse’s Court Documents.](https://koenigdunne.com/your-first-legal-documents/) - Sometimes clients are surprised by what their spouse asks for in the initial documents filed in a divorce. These documents, known as “pleadings” are filed with the court and state the legal basis for the cause along with the requests of each party. In a divorce, the first pleading filed is the complaint for dissolution
- [Going to Court](https://koenigdunne.com/going-to-court/) - “Going to court” can mean many different things during the divorce process. You may have to go to court for a hearing, a pre-trial conference, or trial. Sometimes it is permissible for your attorney to appear on your behalf without the need for you to go. Sometimes the judge will want to hear you testify.
- [TRICARE Health Insurance Coverage and Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/tricare-health-insurance-coverage-and-divorce/) - While all divorces are challenging, military service presents unique and complex issues for service members and their families to navigate. Whether the former spouse of a service member may retain health insurance coverage through TRICARE is one. TRICARE is a health care program for uniformed service members and their families. Depending on several requirements and
- [What is the Tax Dependency Exemption and Who Should Get It?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-the-tax-dependency-exemption-and-who-should-get-it/) - The federal government allows taxpayers to exclude from their income an exemption amount for each person who is a dependent of the taxpayer for that taxable year. You can claim a tax dependency exemption if you are a parent who provides support to a dependent minor child. But what happens after divorce when you no
- [Social Security Benefits and Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/social-security-benefits-and-divorce/) - If your marriage lasted 10 years or more, and you are now divorcing, you may be able to receive Social Security benefits on your soon-to-be former spouse’s record (or vice versa). In order to receive these benefits on your former spouse’s record, the following criteria must be met: You must be unmarried. At the time
- [How Does Nebraska Law Divide Appreciated Property During Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/how-does-nebraska-law-divide-appreciated-property-during-divorce/) - Generally speaking, the property that you owned before marriage (“non-marital property”) is yours to keep after marriage, and the property that you acquired during marriage (“marital property”) must be divided between you and your spouse upon divorce, regardless of how the property was titled at the time it was acquired. While this is fairly straightforward,
- [What is the “Right of First Refusal”?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-the-right-of-first-refusal/) - When developing your parenting plan, you and your co-parent will craft a routine parenting time schedule, setting forth specific days and times when each parent will have parenting time. The parent exercising parenting time has the power to make every day parenting decisions during his or her time. Some parents assume that if the “on
- [Holiday Parenting Time](https://koenigdunne.com/holiday-parenting-time/) - When crafting your parenting plan with your co-parent, you have to specify which parent will have your children for which holidays. Typically, the major holidays are alternated annually. However, if a parent has particular holidays that are especially important to him or her, accommodations can be made. You may hear your holiday parenting time schedule
- [A Season for Strategies](https://koenigdunne.com/a-season-for-strategies/) - As a child, I loved opening up the chocolate-filled advent calendar to count down the days until Christmas. However I did not love the part about having to take turns with my siblings and thus only getting to gobble down a chocolate every third day. Now as an adult, I am feeling the same frustration
- [Divorce and Retirement Accounts](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-and-retirement-accounts/) - Retirement accounts are often one of the most valuable marital assets to be divided in a divorce. Regardless of whose name is on the account, retirement funds that accrued during the marriage may be divided in a divorce “Retirement accounts” encompass a variety of accounts – individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, Railroad
- [Is My Premarital Agreement Enforceable?](https://koenigdunne.com/is-my-premarital-agreement-enforceable/) - A premarital agreement (sometimes referred to as a “prenuptial agreement”) is a contract entered into between two people prior to their marriage. Before marriage, a couple may contract with respect to property rights, alimony, inheritance, and which state’s laws will govern the enforcement of the agreement in the event that their marriage ends in divorce.
- [Milestones: Part II](https://koenigdunne.com/milestones-part-ii/) - We were both nervous. When I reached for her hand in the car to offer a reassuring squeeze, the clamminess I felt from hers was a sure sign that her stomach was fluttering. She was facing the unknowns of a new school without knowing another soul. I was facing the unknowns of how I was
- [Finally I'm Asking](https://koenigdunne.com/finally-im-asking/) - “Why didn’t you tell me you were getting a breast biopsy?” “Why didn’t you call me when your car wouldn’t start?” “Why don’t you let me help?” One of the best things about growing up one of eight with an alcoholic dad and an overworked mom is that you learn to manage exclusively on your
- [How Temporary is a Temporary Order?](https://koenigdunne.com/how-temporary-is-a-temporary-order/) - During your divorce, some issues between you and your spouse are time sensitive and must be addressed before you reach a final settlement, or the court enters a final ruling on your case. For example: Who gets to stay in our home? What will parenting time look like between us? What amount of child support
- [Permission to Parent, Part 1: Can They Do That?](https://koenigdunne.com/permission-to-parent-part-1-can-they-do-that/) - My stomach and heart clenched up when I received my daughter’s message. “Dad is going to drop us off at the mall while he runs an errand.” My children were 6th and 4th graders at the time. “He what????” I wanted to reply. But I didn’t. First I fumed for a full two minutes. Then
- [Rosie the Riveter Pays a Visit](https://koenigdunne.com/rosie-the-riveter-pays-a-visit/) - Rosie made a surprise visit the week she died. I entered the room and saw her sitting on the floor looking down at a framed photo of me with a microphone in my hand, wearing a white dress and a fierce face. The tiny plastic figure of Rosie the Riveter is one of the many
- [Permission to Parent Part 2: Planting Perspective](https://koenigdunne.com/permission-to-parent-part-2-planting-perspective/) - We have all made the mistake of responding to a co-parent in the heat-of-the-moment-haste. What would it have been like if you instead had paused? Would your heated reaction have been the same an hour later? “But this is an emergency!! My children are in danger!” I hear you and my clients calling out with
- [Lost and Found](https://koenigdunne.com/lost-and-found/) - I climb up the stairwell to the landing. The door is locked. Another flight up I open the door. Nothing looks familiar. I slowly walk down the long hallway, peering into empty rooms, hoping to for some sense of where I am. My heart is pounding. I am hopelessly lost. Suddenly my eyes pop open.
- [Permission to Parent Part 3: The Prepared and Practical](https://koenigdunne.com/permission-to-parent-part-3-the-prepared-and-practical/) - The truth about my daughters going to the mall, as I describe in Part 1 of this series, was that I wasn’t ready. Not only was I not ready, I wasn’t consulted in advance or even at the time. I was just told. And worst for me, I was not prepared. If he had asked
- [Kept in a Drawer, Still Dancing](https://koenigdunne.com/kept-in-a-drawer-still-dancing/) - “We kept you in a drawer,” she said. My devoutly Catholic mother was not much for telling stories and even less for telling lies. Still, I suspected the veracity of the claim until my sister verified the details. “Oh yes. We rented a furnished apartment on the second floor. Down the hall from the dentist’s
- [Permission to Parent Part 4: Voicing Vulnerability](https://koenigdunne.com/11178-2/) - I did not know until I was married that my personal kryptonite was being called lazy. I can still hear him today. I was exhausted from managing a growing law practice, a full and demanding caseload, and my two toddler daughters. I was pleading for him to allow me a Saturday morning sleep-in. Would he
- [Permission to Parent Part 5: Betting on Benefits](https://koenigdunne.com/permission-to-parent-part-5-betting-on-benefits/) - “It would be so easy. He deserves it for making this decision without you. Who does he think he is? You are their mom!” The snarky and self-satisfied devil sat perched on my shoulder whispering into my ear. I could firmly press down one of his vulnerability buttons and expose the worry that he would
- [Goal Given Up](https://koenigdunne.com/goal-given-up/) - I gave up before I began, and I had good reasons. Writing that book just wasn’t going to happen. With life full from sunrise to bedtime, I could not see giving up dancing at night or sleeping my eight hours to find the time. Book writing never made it on to my lengthy list of
- [Packing Light](https://koenigdunne.com/packing-light/) - “Pack clothes for beach yoga. And shall we go sailing on Saturday?” I was about to escape the gray skies that insisted upon holding tightly to the final few days of a midwestern winter. I paused at the suggestion of a St. Patrick’s Day sail. My mind raced to a past where criticism of my
- [Seeing Your Season](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-your-season/) - I lay under my quilt the morning after a return from a long weekend at the beach. The comforting sound of the rain excuses me from rushing to the responsibilities of the day. I listen to the morning weather report with my eyes closed. “Light snow falling in the metro area” gets me on my
- [What to Expect from the Mediation Process During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/what-to-expect-from-the-mediation-process-during-divorce/) - When you and your spouse are unable to reach settlement during divorce, one of the first resources available to work past impasse is mediation. In divorces with children, Nebraska law requires mediation, but mediation is often utilized even when children are not at issue. What is mediation? Mediation is a way for you and your
- [Necessary Companion](https://koenigdunne.com/necessary-companion/) - It’s familiar. The heaviness in my legs and chest. My trudge up the stairs instead of my usual scurry. The dullness of my energy as I carry on in a meeting. Grief is back. My sweet winter romance ended before I saw my first daffodil bloom. Gone overnight is the one who could not wait
- [Awards of Attorney's Fees in Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/awards-of-attorneys-fees-in-divorce/) - Divorces can be costly and the total expense is often unpredictable. The cost of your divorce will depend upon many factors (such as whether you have children, the value of your assets, the willingness to settle versus going to trial, and the length of time from filing to resolution). In addition, you may be responsible
- [Five Tips for Writing a More Persuasive Personal Affidavit](https://koenigdunne.com/five-tips-for-writing-a-more-persuasive-personal-affidavit/) - Most Nebraska courts decide temporary divorce hearings by reading the sworn personal statements of spouses rather than having spouses testify in court. These personal statements are referred to as “personal affidavits,” and they are perhaps the most important documents that courts consider when ruling on temporary issues. It is therefore critical that your personal affidavit
- [Gathering Information to Prepare for Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/gathering-information-to-prepare-for-divorce/) - If you are considering divorce, or are in the beginning stages of your divorce, you may wonder what information or documentation will be needed throughout the process. Depending on the issues of your case, you may need to provide bank statements, pay stubs, or bills. Here are the most common documents you will need during
- [Filing Taxes During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/filing-taxes-during-divorce/) - As April 15th creeps closer, spouses often have questions and concerns about how to file their taxes both during divorce and after. What filing status should I report on my taxes? Who gets to claim our marital deductions this year? How is our tax refund divided? Here are some answers to tax questions commonly asked
- [Four Tips to Help Answer Discovery Requests](https://koenigdunne.com/four-tips-to-help-answer-discovery-requests/) - To complete a divorce, a significant amount of information must be exchanged between you and your spouse. What assets do we own? What debts do we owe? What parenting-time schedule would you prefer? Discovery is the legal process of exchanging information. To do so, spouses typically answer two types of requests for information. The first
- [Out of Season](https://koenigdunne.com/out-of-season/) - “It shouldn’t be like this,” he said. “I know,” I agreed. “We should be seeing little bits of green in the grass.” “I know,” I said. As giant clusters of March snow fell, the silence between us spoke our sorrow for the climate crisis with no need to mention the bitter cold that keeping us
- [What To Do if You Aren't Receiving Your Child Support Payments](https://koenigdunne.com/what-to-do-if-you-arent-receiving-your-child-support-payments/) - If an order has been entered that awards you child support and the other parent is behind by at least one full month in the child support payments, it is possible to pursue an enforcement action to collect the past-due child support. In Nebraska, most counties have designated the county attorney as responsible for enforcement
- [How to Modify Your Child Support Order](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-modify-your-child-support-order/) - In Nebraska, once a child support order is entered, it remains in effect until the minor child reaches the age of majority (19 in Nebraska), dies, remarries, becomes emancipated, or until further order of the court. “Until further order of the court” means that child support orders are modifiable, that is, they can be changed.
- [What is a Child Support Abatement?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-child-support-abatement/) - The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines provide for adjustments in child support if the parent paying support has 28 days of parenting time or more in any 90-day period. This is known as a child support abatement. Adjustments to a parent’s child support obligation can also be made if that parent’s parenting time substantially exceeds an
- [Snow Class](https://koenigdunne.com/snow-class/) - All public schools will be closed today. With this announcement followed the declaration of a remote workday. All are spared the stress of driving amidst Midwesterners who have yet to learn that their cars are too light or their feet too full of lead to be out in a February snowstorm. I look out my
- [TRUER REVIEW ](https://koenigdunne.com/truer-review/) - When I read Marie Kondo had “kind of given up on tidying”, I felt vindicated. The author of The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up made her fortune telling us to toss anything that didn’t spark joy, limit our library to 30 books, and fold our socks with precision. After the birth of her third
- [INSPIRATION GIFTED](https://koenigdunne.com/inspiration-gifted/) - I slowly folded back the turquoise tissue paper. Underneath lie a carefully folded red sweater. A lusciously soft cashmere, it was my exact size. Another Shelly gift. Shelly is a relative by marriage turned beloved friend whom I might only see once a year despite her living in a neighboring town. We share a love
- [BEGONIA BEAUTY](https://koenigdunne.com/begonia-beauty/) - They caught my eye this morning. Their stems standing tall. Their petite pink flowers matching the morning sky. My punchbowl begonia was beautiful. Perhaps the lens through which I saw them made my vision rosy. The day had begun beautifully, so it could be everything looked lovely. I meditated with our cat Moonbeam coming by
- [My Hero was Here](https://koenigdunne.com/my-hero-was-here/) - Growing up on an Oklahoma subsistence farm with her 12 siblings, she was taught to keep her personal business private. That changed in October of 1991 when Clarence Thomas sought his lifetime appointment to the United States Supreme Court. Anita Hill’s moral courage called. Hill testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee at the Thomas confirmation
- [Milestone Miracle](https://koenigdunne.com/milestone-miracle/) - As best we can recall, it’s a first. This weekend we will celebrate a 50th wedding anniversary in our family. My grandparents all passed by the time I was in grade school. I don’t remember my parents ever celebrating an anniversary, and Dad died when mom was just 59. Some divorced. My sister Diane came the closest
- [ATHLETE ARRIVAL ](https://koenigdunne.com/athlete-arrival/) - The clerk assisting me in the shoe department needed to page for assistance. Talking into the tiny mic hanging from the cord around her neck she said, “I’m helping an athlete.” I smile to myself at yet another clever corporate marketer making us feel special by being more than a “customer”. We are now
- [Stories in the Dark](https://koenigdunne.com/stories-in-the-dark/) - Huddled under heavy blankets, we sat circled around the blazing fire. Above us the waxing crescent moon glowed between tree branches beginning to bare and a star-filled sky that delighted us city dwellers. Our annual autumn gathering was underway. Two of us became orphans in just the past month. Each lost a mother who’d more
- [What is a Custody Evaluation?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-custody-evaluation/) - If custody is a contested issue in your divorce, you may consider seeking a custody evaluation. A custody evaluation, performed by a child custody expert, is used by the court to determine what custodial arrangement is in the best interests of your child. A child custody expert is a neutral evaluator, usually a licensed psychologist,
- [Should You Ask for a Guardian Ad Litem?](https://koenigdunne.com/should-you-ask-for-a-guardian-ad-litem/) - If custody and/or parenting time issues are contested, it may be helpful for a neutral, third party to step in to help assess what’s in the best interests of your child. A guardian ad litem (GAL) is someone who is appointed by the court for this purpose. GALs are usually lawyers with special training. You
- [Divorce Mediation for Division of a High Net Worth or Complex Financial Estate  ](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-mediation-for-division-of-a-high-net-worth-or-complex-financial-estate/) - In Nebraska, pursuant to the Nebraska Parenting Act, parents are required to attempt mediation to agree to a Parenting Plan for their minor child(ren) in a divorce or custody action. So, while many people are familiar with the mediation process as it relates to children, custody, and parenting schedules, people are less familiar with the
- [Divorce Mediation for Business Owners ](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-mediation-for-business-owners/) - At Koenig|Dunne, we know that divorce is one of the most challenging and stressful times of your life, regardless of the circumstances. For business owners, facing a divorce can seem even more challenging. Many business owners are worried about the impact the divorce will have on their business, or if their business will survive the
- [The Benefits of Divorce Mediation -   Part II](https://koenigdunne.com/benefits-of-divorce-mediation-part-2/) - Divorce mediation is a cooperative and voluntary process for people to reach resolution of their divorce case outside of court. In Part I of this blog series, we discussed several benefits of divorce mediation, which include putting your children first, a quicker divorce process, a more affordable and cost-effective method of divorce, and retaining control
- [The Benefits of Divorce Mediation- Part 1](https://koenigdunne.com/the-benefits-of-divorce-mediation-part-1/) - When facing divorce, there are many factors to consider, and no two divorces are the same. For spouses interested in a mediated divorce, you will focus on achieving a fair and equitable settlement through the mediation process. You will work with a neutral third-party mediator to reach a mutually acceptable and sustainable resolution without court
- [Beautiful View](https://koenigdunne.com/beautiful-view/) - I peeked in and saw her framed diplomas sat stacked, patiently awaiting to be hung. I felt a slight wave of nostalgia as I looked floor to ceiling around the office that star litigator Lindsay was about to make her own. 22 years ago that room first became mine. She would be the fourth of
- [Pudge](https://koenigdunne.com/pudge/) - I can’t remember when we met, but no doubt he would. Pudge’s memory is legendary. On Friday nights Pudge would saunter from his bar stool to our table with his beer in hand. The Cozy Corner was the lone spot in Irwin for a bite to eat. John and I often stopped in before heading
- [Answers to Common Questions Regarding Same-Sex Marriage, Divorce, Custody, and Estate Planning in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/answers-to-common-questions-regarding-same-sex-marriage-divorce-custody-and-estate-planning-in-nebraska/) - Koenig|Dunne is proud to have served the LGBTQIA community for many years, including partnerships with the ACLU, the Nebraska ACLU, and Lambda Legal Defense Fund, to protect and preserve the rights of the LGBTQIA community. Last weekend, our team was happy to show our support for the LGBTQIA community here in Omaha at the 2022
- [Uncontested Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/uncontested-divorce-in-nebraska/) - No two divorces are the same. Some are highly contested, litigated, and expensive legal actions. Others are uncontested and require the parties to cooperate to complete the necessary legal documents. However, they are the same in that they each come with their own sets of challenges and underlying heartbreak. In an uncontested divorce, the parties
- [Travel Team Extraordinaire](https://koenigdunne.com/travel-team-extraordinaire/) - I was excited when I got picked for the travel team. Unlike the time in college when I was chosen to go to a bowling tournament in Iowa City to be a body with a hand that could hold a ball, this time I was welcomed warmly. Three of my friends were inspired to substitute
- [Making the Most of Your Settlement Conference](https://koenigdunne.com/making-the-most-of-your-settlement-conference/) - A settlement conference can be a powerful tool for the resolution of your case. It is a meeting held with you, your spouse, and your lawyers with the intention of negotiating the terms of your divorce. Settlement conferences are most effective when both parties and their attorneys see the potential for a negotiated resolution and
- [Seeking Self-Compassion](https://koenigdunne.com/seeking-self-compassion/) - I can’t believe I did it again. I began so clear. Focused. Attentive. Determined not to repeat my past ways. In a flash my good intentions flew out the window crossing shame as it rushed in to take its place. When will I learn? How many times do I have to repeat this lesson? What’s
- [It's Not For You](https://koenigdunne.com/its-not-for-you/) - “I don’t need another award,” I said softly. It was a feeble protest about my nomination for an upcoming honor. ‘It’s not for you,” she said, looking me straight in the eyes. Despite not a scintilla of judgment in her voice, I immediately felt a gentle punch in my gut followed by a warm flush
- [How to Provide Notice to Your Spouse that You Filed for Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-provide-notice-to-your-spouse-that-you-filed-for-divorce/) - To initiate a divorce, you must file a complaint for dissolution of marriage. The complaint is a legal document filed with the Clerk of the District Court. It sets forth facts and asks the judge to make certain orders. To proceed with your case, you need to notify your spouse that the complaint was filed.
- [Translating Legalese: Part 2](https://koenigdunne.com/translating-legalese-part-2/) - A divorce decree is a court order that officially ends a marriage. In doing so, the decree defines the division of property between spouses, awards legal and physical custody of minor children, and states whether either spouse owes a child support obligation. Most decrees are written by attorneys, capturing the settlement agreements reached between spouses.
- [Light Bulb Enlightenment](https://koenigdunne.com/light-bulb-enlightenment/) - How many tries does it take to change a light bulb? If it’s me, about ten. When a light went out in my home office, I reasoned that the two remaining bulbs in the chandelier were enough. When it went dark in my parlor, I rationalized that the sun from the skylight was enough. When
- [When the Sparkle Fades](https://koenigdunne.com/when-the-sparkle-fades/) - I was stunned by the news. The woman whose brand was sparkle had killed herself. Kate Spade. The woman who penned several life mottos for me: “She leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes” and “She is Quick and Curious and Playful and Strong.” She believed in a “world filled with seersucker and polka dots
- [Rest Relax Reflect Repeat](https://koenigdunne.com/rest-relax-reflect-repeat/) - “Go to bed, Suzy,” he said. It was not a command, but more like a kind instruction given to an impaired person in need of direction. My late husband would say this phrase to me at the end of a day when my fatigue and its accompanying grumpiness were obvious yet I was oblivious. John
- [Meaningful Mentor: A Tribute to Susan Ann Koenig](https://koenigdunne.com/meaningful-mentor-a-tribute-to-susan-ann-koenig/) - If you are lucky in this life you will meet a real-life super hero. If you are even luckier, that super hero will become your life mentor. I find myself in the category of luckiest because Susan Ann Koenig is, in fact, a real-life super hero and my life mentor. Susan and I met each
- [Your Stop Doing List](https://koenigdunne.com/your-stop-doing-list/) - “What action have you taken?” “None,” I replied. Being an attorney, I had the evidence in my defense prepared. My sister was in the hospital. I was busy grading mid-term exams. I had a deadline on a big writing project. That was just the start. I continued to justify how I had spent
- [What is a Child Support Deviation?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-child-support-deviation/) - In Nebraska, child support is determined by following the Nebraska Supreme Court’s child support guidelines. These guidelines are applied as a rebuttable presumption, meaning they are to be followed unless one parent provides evidence, or the court decides the guidelines should not apply under the specific circumstances. When this happens, a deviation has occurred. The
- [Sibling Situations](https://koenigdunne.com/sibling-situations/) - I stood excitedly waiting for Mom to hand me the phone. On an expensive “long distance” call, I could only talk a couple of minutes. Tom’s brilliance and hard work in high school had earned him a trip to a distant city to receive a science award, and this was his one call home. Tom
- [Vacation](https://koenigdunne.com/vacation/) - Vacation is a treasured luxury. The sights of the scenery, the tastes of the food, and the step back in time are awe-inspiring. I pack lightly. Sturdy walking shoes. A wrap for chilly evenings. A simple black dress for dinner that rolls up but doesn’t wrinkle. Ready for the wonder that awaits. Our first day
- [The Discovery Process](https://koenigdunne.com/the-discovery-process/) - After the initial documents of a divorce have been filed, the “discovery” phase begins. Discovery refers to the legal process of exchanging information and documents between spouses that are needed to either come to a settlement agreement or prepare for trial. This process often requires spouses to gather a number of financial documents and to
- [Game Show Enthusiast](https://koenigdunne.com/game-show-enthusiast/) - “You’d be perfect,” he said. “It’s a panel. I have two men and I need a businesswoman. Plus you’d get some publicity. Are you free Tuesday?” “Sure!” I say enthusiastically. My ego had just agreed to be a contestant in the inaugural taping of a TV game show before a live audience. While I have
- [Important Post-Divorce Actions](https://koenigdunne.com/important-post-divorce-actions/) - To ensure a smooth transition into your post-divorce new normal, your Koenig│Dunne team has identified the following important actions for you to take: Informational filing. If support (child support and/or alimony) has been ordered in your case, Nebraska law requires you to provide the clerk of the court with your address, telephone number, social security
- [Restoring Your Former Name](https://koenigdunne.com/restoring-your-former-name/) - Did you know that you can change your name back to your former name in your divorce? Nebraska law allows for former names (sometimes referred to as “maiden name”) to be restored in a divorce. If you wish to have your former name restored, here’s what you need to know. Include the request to have
- [Perspective on a Path](https://koenigdunne.com/perspective-on-a-path/) - It was raining. But all I could see was her smiling face. I didn’t feel the drops falling on my work blouse. I didn’t worry about the curly hair on my head it was creating. I didn’t fret about not finding my umbrella. Her smile kept me quite unaware. My first-born daughter was about to
- [Evolution Unfolding](https://koenigdunne.com/evolution-unfolding/) - A warmhearted melancholy washes over me as I stare out the window. Eighteen years ago this month I returned to the neighborhood of my childhood to begin a new chapter of my life. Today I taste the bittersweetness of my life as I sip my first cup of dark roast in the newly opened coffee
- [Good Faith: How to Keep Faith in Your Co-Parent](https://koenigdunne.com/good-faith-how-to-keep-faith-in-your-co-parent/) - An unexpected traffic detour derailed my perfect attendance for her first day of school. For 11 years I have been photographing our daughters bright-eyed and bushy-tailed on their first days of school – as the family memory keeper and photobook maker. This year was unlike the others – one daughter started at a high school
- [Surprising Scares](https://koenigdunne.com/surprising-scares/) - It was dark when I headed out. No one knew where I was or where I was going. Alone on my pre-dawn jog, I could have disappeared and it would have taken about four hours before anyone would notice. Last spring I ignored my friend’s advice to “stay on the trail where you can see
- [Map Making](https://koenigdunne.com/map-making/) - The postcard announcing the April event arrived along with the winter weight to my belly. For a runner, five miles is a modest goal. But despite giving running a go a time or two each year, I have never completed a run longer than a 5k (3.1 miles, if you’re like me and don’t know
- [Securing Your Support Payments](https://koenigdunne.com/securing-your-support-payments/) - Your divorce may result in the court ordering two types of support payments – child support and/or alimony. One way to ensure court-ordered is paid in full is to request the payor (the person ordered to pay support) to maintain a life insurance policy. The recipient should be named the beneficiary of the policy and
- [Champion of Chances](https://koenigdunne.com/champion-of-chances/) - The spring we fell in love I had just declared myself ready to date while he had long declared himself a happy bachelor. Five years later, we each chose to take another chance at enduring love. It was a second for me and a third for John. Despite being older and wiser, marriage remained a
- [5 Considerations When Modifying a Parenting Plan](https://koenigdunne.com/5-considerations-when-modifying-a-parenting-plan/) - For divorced parents operating under the provisions of a parenting plan, a need may arise to ask a court to revisit the plan because certain provisions are either antiquated or not working. For example: Parenting time provisions no longer apply because our children are no longer in daycare. The right of first refusal has become
- [Regret](https://koenigdunne.com/regret/) - I had my heart broken in one phone call last week. As soon as I heard my mom’s voice I knew something was wrong. She was on the verge of tears – a sound to which I am not accustomed to coming from her. “Suzy died this morning.” My mom’s older and last living sister
- [5 Tips for Testifying In Court](https://koenigdunne.com/5-tips-for-testifying-in-court/) - There may be times during your divorce when you are asked to testify in the courtroom. “Testify” means to answer questions under oath. Before you testify in open court, you will be sworn in as a witness, meaning you swear (or affirm) to tell the truth. The thought of being on the witness stand and
- [Graduation Gift](https://koenigdunne.com/graduation-gift/) - She was so excited. She spent a full hour in the bathroom for her hair and make-up. She asked me to iron her dress and if she could borrow one of my necklaces for the special occasion. Her energy was buzzing. My preparation, on the other hand, was in full procrastination mode. I slogged around
- [Perfect Failure 4.0](https://koenigdunne.com/perfect-failure-4-0/) - The height of my academic failure arrived mid-way through a semester of political science. Due to my performance, it was prudent that I drop the class. This required a personal visit to the professor known more for his rigor than his relationships with struggling students. I could feel the shame as I waited my turn
- [What is a District Court Referee?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-district-court-referee/) - While most family law cases in Nebraska are heard exclusively by Nebraska district courts, a small number of family law cases are instead heard by district court referees, often referred to as child support referees. Who is a District Court Referee? District court referees are attorneys who have been appointed by Nebraska courts to provide
- [Pick a Road, Walk a Path](https://koenigdunne.com/pick-a-road-walk-a-path/) - “The path of least resistance,” he answered. I felt a barely detectable bristle of judgment. I had asked my friend how he chose a particular career path. To his response I thought: He must not have that much ambition. He probably likes to stay where it’s comfortable. I’ll bet he’s missed out on a lot
- [Double Dose](https://koenigdunne.com/double-dose/) - Dave needs his knee replaced. Jan is getting chemo. Sharon just got home from the hospital with three diagnoses. Frank is healing from shoulder surgery. Gay’s cancer is spreading. Mary’s meds are keeping her up at night. Too many to count are anxious or depressed or both. Many people I love most live each day
- [Goal Getter Meets Dream Diminisher](https://koenigdunne.com/goal-getter-meets-dream-diminisher/) - Carmen is my tailor. She transforms my thrift store finds into perfectly fitted favorites. She lets me stop in without an appointment and turns things around in a matter of days. I’m a loyal if infrequent customer of many years. Carmen is a no nonsense business woman. “When do you want it, lady?” she asks
- [Credit Cards and Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/credit-cards-and-divorce/) - Credit card accounts and debt can become contentious issues during the divorce process. How is credit card debt divided? Who keeps the credit cards after divorce? What happens if my spouse obtained a secret credit card during our marriage? Here are answers to five frequently asked questions regarding credit card issues during divorce. How Is
- [The First 5 Legal Documents of a Divorce Explained](https://koenigdunne.com/the-first-5-legal-documents-of-a-divorce-explained/) - The flood of legal documents filed at the beginning of a divorce can seem both overwhelming and incomprehensible. These legal documents are often written in thick “legalese,” and their purposes are not always discernable without context. Here are simple explanations of the five legal documents commonly filed at the beginning of a divorce: The Complaint
- [Positive Parenting](https://koenigdunne.com/positive-parenting/) - “It was SO much fun!!” they cried in a collective chorus as they greeted me. My daughters had just returned to my house after 12 days away with their dad, stepmom, and his extended family. I unabashedly let the tears fall down my face as I pulled them in for a tight three-way hug. Knowing
- [Mistake Magnet](https://koenigdunne.com/mistake-magnet/) - Have you ever watched yourself become a mistake magnet? I have. First I type “rick” instead of “nick” in an email about an important business meeting. Then, instead of arriving ten minutes early to a roomful of professionals awaiting me, I arrive ten minutes late. Because three is a charm, I soon realize that I
- [Who Gets to Live in the House During the Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/who-gets-to-live-in-the-house-during-the-divorce/) - One of the first “unknowns” you may encounter when you begin the divorce process is who will get to stay in the marital residence while the divorce is pending. Regardless of whether your marital residence is an apartment or house, whether you’re renting or you own the property, the court can order one spouse to
- [Regret - Part 2](https://koenigdunne.com/regret-part-2/) - The handwriting immediately made me choke up. Her beautiful calligraphy stretched across the page in perfect lines. It was short and sweet. The notes for me, and each of my daughters pulled from an envelope marked “Passing On Papers.” After my Aunt Suzy’s death, her husband found them in her nightstand. My mom waited until
- [Life and Death Stories](https://koenigdunne.com/life-and-death-stories/) - The stories kept coming. For two hours a non-stop stream of people paid their condolences to the young widow as she stood in front of her wife’s slate gray coffin covered with white lilies and white roses. One by one they told their story of meeting, what meant the most, and the loss they grieved.
- [Questions to Remember During Mediation](https://koenigdunne.com/questions-to-remember-during-mediation/) - Nebraska law requires parents to develop a parenting plan before a divorce can become final. Parenting plans discuss in detail what the co-parenting relationship will look like between former spouses. Some parenting plans are developed during the mediation process. While all parenting-plan mediations will address major parenting issues—such as routine parenting time, holiday parenting time,
- [Thrilled](https://koenigdunne.com/thrilled/) - Do you remember a time when you would have been thrilled to have what you have now? When I returned home from a spring semester of college in Barcelona I weighed close to twenty pounds more than I had when I left. I had spent days walking on cobblestone streets, exploring medieval monasteries and hiking
- [Empowering Path Partners](https://koenigdunne.com/empowering-path-partners/) - I’ve always loved law students. Their intelligence. Their enthusiasm. Their commitment. I taught law as an adjunct for close to a decade. A single guest lecture I gave on domestic violence at another law school led me to a law student who would change my life: Angela Dunne. I would become her employer, her mentor,
- [How is Child Support Affected by Parenting Time?](https://koenigdunne.com/how-is-child-support-affected-by-parenting-time/) - In Nebraska, the amount of parenting time with your children directly affects the amount of child support you will receive or owe to your former spouse. Generally speaking, the more parenting time, the more child support you will receive. Here are answers to three frequently asked questions regarding how parenting time affects child support: How
- [Later Lessons Learned](https://koenigdunne.com/later-lessons-learned/) - “No point arguing” he would say calmly. My litigation skills gave me a distinct advantage. No need for him to tell me I was wrong. He simply showed me. John and I loved each other. We shared deeply held values. We also approached life differently, and I had a lot to learn. On Fridays, John
- [Parenting Advisory Board](https://koenigdunne.com/parenting-advisory-board/) - Should I give up Christmas with my girls? Should I send them home early from our annual vacation for the funeral of their step-grandparent if he passes during the trip? Should I have my daughter’s migraines treated with acupuncture, which would be a significant monthly expense, even if her dad won’t pay a portion? I
- [Graceful Bridge Builder](https://koenigdunne.com/graceful-bridge-builder/) - I stopped in the hallway to listen. History was about to be made. President Reagan announced the nomination of the first woman to the United States Supreme Court. It was the summer of 1981. I had just graduated from law school, I was working for a small law firm while awaiting my bar exam results.
- [What is the Difference Between Contempt and Modification?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-the-difference-between-contempt-and-modification/) - After a divorce has become final, problems can arise between former spouses in complying with the terms of their divorce. For example: My former spouse is not following our parenting plan. My former spouse has not transferred property as ordered in our divorce decree. My former spouse refuses to pay child support or alimony. To
- [The Gift of Grieving](https://koenigdunne.com/the-gift-of-grieving/) - Saturday morning my eldest daughter called me very early. I knew before I heard her hysterical sobbing that something was very wrong. “He died,” she wailed. She and my younger daughter had just lost a man who was special in their lives. A man I did not know at all. A man they called Grandpa
- [International Inspiration](https://koenigdunne.com/international-inspiration/) - First she called the police. Then airport security. For hours she had tried to reach her husband. Her two year old, who had never spent a night away from her, was on a plane headed out of the country. The text telling her of the abduction of her only child to an unknown location in
- [Post-Trial Actions to Consider if You're Dissatisfied with the Outcome](https://koenigdunne.com/post-trial-actions-to-consider-if-youre-dissatisfied-with-the-outcome/) - Throughout the divorce process, you or your attorney may have disagreed with some of the rulings the judge made. The following are the most common post-trial actions to consider if your case proceeded to trial and you believe the judge erred in the final decision. Motion for New Trial After your trial is complete and
- [May I Have My Children?](https://koenigdunne.com/may-i-have-my-children/) - The text read: “Two tickets to Taylor Swift. You get first dibs if you want them.” My heart started beating a bit. I started nodding my head to Swift’s lyrics “Big reputation, big reputation” playing in my mind. Two tickets. Dang. I will have to pick - although really, the choice was made for me.
- [Hurt Heart Healed](https://koenigdunne.com/hurt-heart-healed/) - “You’re not going to have your mother’s heart problems,” he said with confidence. My exam complete, I left the office assured I would not face years of living with heart disease. This week my oldest child turned 35, the same age as my brother Tim when he died. The love in my heart for my
- [Obtaining a Domestic Abuse Protection Order in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/obtaining-a-domestic-abuse-protection-order-in-nebraska/) - Spousal abuse is a potentially life-threatening situation—the seriousness of which cannot be overstated. If you or your children are experiencing physical violence, or even the threat of physical violence, from your current or former spouse, you should seek advice from your attorney immediately about obtaining a domestic abuse protection order. Here are the basic steps
- [The Company I Keep](https://koenigdunne.com/the-company-i-keep/) - “I live a charmed life,” I say as the weekend came to a close. “It’s the company you keep,” she teases back. For close to 30 years Gretchen has gathered a group of women to her lake home to honor autumn’s start. Pumpkins, pots of chili, and piles of pillows greet us upon our arrival.
- [5 Common Questions About Remarriage After Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/5-common-questions-about-remarriage-after-divorce/) - If you get divorced in Nebraska, you must wait six months after your divorce is final before you can re-marry. If you are contemplating getting married after divorce, you may have some questions about what will happen. Below are answers to common questions about remarriage after divorce: Does remarriage affect child support? No. When calculating
- [Hate in My Heart](https://koenigdunne.com/hate-in-my-heart/) - “I just hate him,” she said. She started to cry again. My hug felt like a petty comfort to the searing pain the blast had left. It was 72 hours after the Tree of Life Synagogue slaughter. She was referring not to the shooter but to the president of the United States. I knew which
- [Voicing Your Vote](https://koenigdunne.com/voicing-your-vote/) - I excitedly combed through my hair and put on lipstick. I double (maybe triple) checked the location and tried to temper the nervous feeling in my stomach. I felt like my face was going to be sore the next day from smiling. Sorry to disappoint Mom, but I was not about to leave for a
- [They Don't Care](https://koenigdunne.com/they-dont-care/) - “They just don’t care,” he said. His disgust infused his disappointment. The silver haired man in a suit with bright blue eyes scanned the room of the anxiously hopeful awaiting results on the big screen? “Where are the young people? They just don’t care.” “They just don’t” he repeated, shaking his head. He spouted off
- [3 Techniques for Finding Hidden Income in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/3-techniques-for-finding-hidden-income-in-a-divorce/) - The amount of your spouse’s income has two significant impacts on your divorce: child support and alimony. While most spouses are forthright about their income, some minimize or hide their earnings in an attempt to improve their outlook on child support or alimony. This is especially true in cases where spouses are self-contractors, business owners,
- [Family Flexibility](https://koenigdunne.com/family-flexibility/) - I didn’t want to think about it. Let alone talk about it. Worse even to write about it. All of those actions would make it more real. Several weeks ago, I reluctantly agreed that my former spouse could take our daughters on a trip over the holiday. The rub is that they will be gone
- [Arlyce Asks](https://koenigdunne.com/arlyce-asks/) - Arlyce asked for two things. One: To celebrate on the actual day. Two: Cards. Arlyce was clear. Her birthday falls four days before Christmas. For decades it has been gifts “for your birthday and Christmas” wrapped in Santa paper. She understood that the birth of Jesus trumped her special day. But still. After too many
- [Confidence Comes Calling](https://koenigdunne.com/confidence-comes-calling/) - The enthusiasm is palpable. I see energy in the actions. The new gym membership. The new meditation practice. The new juicer. My coaching calendar fills with appointments. Recovering from the holiday hullabaloo, we set our sights on the year ahead. Some set SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-based) goals. Some identify intentions. Some resolve to
- [Five Tips for Collecting Evidence for a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/five-tips-for-collecting-evidence-for-a-divorce/) - Divorce trials and other court hearings often hinge on which spouse can provide the best evidence to the court to support his or her arguments. Which spouse has been his or her child’s primary caregiver? How much income has a spouse earned over the past year? Did a spouse acquire a disputed piece of property
- [When You Remember It's You Too](https://koenigdunne.com/when-you-remember-its-you-too/) - I felt a hand on my right breast. I sat up abruptly, frightened. My fear quickly turned to relief as I realized the hand was my own. Just a bad dream. The week before I had spent an entire day of my otherwise beautiful California vacation captivated and crushed as I watched the Senate Judiciary
- [Thankful:  Lesson Learned](https://koenigdunne.com/thankful-lesson-learned/) - My daughter is grumpy. She keeps complaining that we are having our Thanksgiving in two days – on Saturday. When I mentioned getting our Christmas tree earlier this year, due to a complicated holiday schedule and adjustments that were made, she nearly game unglued. Tears, pouting, and teenage angst have been triggered by any discussion
- [Tim's Trust](https://koenigdunne.com/tims-trust/) - I stare at the photo as though I’d never seen it before. Alone in my living room, I hold the black and white Polaroid in my hand and start to choke up. It’s been twenty-fours since Tim died. When I returned home for the holiday break Tim overheard me talking to our mom in the
- [In the Quiet](https://koenigdunne.com/in-the-quiet/) - I love to talk. It is a natural state for me. I think by talking aloud. For 25 years I made a litigator’s living by talking. The fifth of eight children, talking was a serious survival skill. I enjoy talking to a room of hundreds or walking into that same room and making a connection
- [Remembering Night Man](https://koenigdunne.com/remembering-night-man/) - This week marks a decade since Howard died. Like my father, he died within weeks of a lung cancer diagnosis. Dad had died on Christmas day, Howard the first week of December. Two years later my mother’s would also be a December death. With the arrival of my December birthday, my heart memory reminds me
- [Beautiful Things](https://koenigdunne.com/beautiful-things/) - I didn’t notice that the paper was red and green, only that it was beautifully wrapped. It was three days past my December birthday. I assumed the gift awaiting me at the end of a long day did not want to wait another moment to be opened. I removed the plaid bow. I carefully lifted
- [Farewell, Precious Sisters](https://koenigdunne.com/farewell-precious-sisters/) - When I was a child, I rarely interacted with any of my extended family members. Uncle Leonard sporadically sat at our table for a fried chicken dinner. Two of my father’s sisters occasionally brought panic with unannounced visits to our home. And I cannot recall a single birthday, holiday, or wedding celebrated with a cousin.
- [Swanson's Steps](https://koenigdunne.com/swansons-steps/) - I thought it was a misprint. 14 children. I reread it. My logical mind struggled. I convinced myself “that must include grandchildren.” I was reading the obituary of a beloved Saint Cecilia Elementary teacher - Mrs. Margaret Swanson. She taught both of my daughters in their first grade years. Mrs. Swanson perfectly struck the near
- [Winter Retreat](https://koenigdunne.com/winter-retreat/) - I slowly unpacked my essentials: Journal √ Stack of books√ Yoga mat√ Candle√ Herbal tea√ White satin slippers√ Each winter I take a solo retreat for reflection. While living alone gives me ample opportunity for solitude and sitting on my sofa, I know myself. Without a boundary of distance and drive time, my mind quickly
- [Winter Icky Guy](https://koenigdunne.com/winter-icky-guy/) - I pull the thick flannel sheet a little higher over my shoulders without opening my eyes. As I lie on my side in the morning darkness, the temperature is in the single digits and the wind chill puts it below zero. Winter is really here. I roll on to my back with my eyes still
- [What Every Single Parent Needs to Know About Estate Planning](https://koenigdunne.com/what-every-single-parent-needs-to-know-about-estate-planning/) - It is estimated that one-third of American children live in a single-parent household, and single parents are well advised to create an estate plan that provides protection for their children. Having an estate plan can also provide you with welcome peace of mind. Here are the elements of an estate plan designed to help you
- [Warmed from Head to Toe](https://koenigdunne.com/warmed-from-head-to-toe/) - Standing behind me he said, “I’m going to place my hands on your hips. Now as you walk forward, I am going to be behind you, slightly lifting up either side of your hips. Are you ready?” Wearing only my bra and underwear, I sought to set aside my nervousness. I focused. I began to
- [He made the first step!](https://koenigdunne.com/he-made-the-first-step/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [What makes you qualified?](https://koenigdunne.com/inspirational-video/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Our rich and useful library](https://koenigdunne.com/our-rich-and-useful-library/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Pleasure to graduate with excellent!](https://koenigdunne.com/pleasure-to-graduate-with-excellent/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [We may brave human laws, but we cannot resist natural ones](https://koenigdunne.com/we-may-brave-human-laws-but-we-cannot-resist-natural-ones/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Methodology of road traffic crash investigation](https://koenigdunne.com/elements-and-methodology-of-road-traffic-crash-investigation/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Wedding Planner Contracts & Legal Advice](https://koenigdunne.com/blog-post/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Brad - The Cycling Lawyer](https://koenigdunne.com/brad-the-cycling-lawyer/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Doing Divorce:  A Thoughtful Discussion About Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/doing-divorce-a-thoughtful-discussion-about-divorce/) - About Our Blog Our blog provides guidance and insight from our work as divorce lawyers. We have combined over 40 years of experience assisting men and women through the divorce journey. We each learned from our own divorces, too. Our intention is to provide an up close and personal view of divorce. You will not
- [Watchful Waiting](https://koenigdunne.com/watchful-waiting/) - “Would you be willing to talk to them?" Bob asked. I was on a weekend retreat at Bob and Gerry’s, enjoying the perpetually sunny skies of San Diego when he made the ask. Bob had just run into Sue in the laundry room, and she’d tearfully told him her husband’s devastating diagnosis. Prostate cancer is
- [Another Anniversary](https://koenigdunne.com/another-anniversary/) - I never know how to feel on June 8th. There are some things for which there are no rules, guidelines, or instructions. This year’s June 8th would have been my 21st wedding anniversary. Is it nostalgia, sadness, disappointment? Does it serve as a reminder of my biggest life failure? My largest regret? The answer is
- [Garden Goodbye](https://koenigdunne.com/garden_goodbyes/) - It was my high school and his. Mine as alma mater. His as drama teacher. When the pandemic arrived, a beautiful but sorely neglected garden at the school became our daily refuge. Day after day we arrived in the late afternoon when the heat was less and the sun was a beautiful glow from the west.
- [The Appeal Process, Part II](https://koenigdunne.com/the-appeal-process-part-ii/) - In Nebraska, there are two levels of appellate courts. The intermediate level is the Nebraska Court of Appeals. In family law cases, a person will first file an appeal with the Nebraska Court of Appeals. After that appeal is decided, and you believe the Nebraska Court of Appeals was also wrong in its ruling, you
- [The Appeal Process, Part I](https://koenigdunne.com/the-appeal-process-part-i/) - If the judge made major decisions following your trial with which you seriously disagree, you may consider an appeal to the Nebraska Court of Appeals. People can appeal when they believe the judge made a mistake or misinterpreted the law as it pertains to the facts. Whatever the reasons for the court’s rulings, you may
- [Glorious Graduation Goal](https://koenigdunne.com/glorious-graduation-goals/) - Re: End of Life read the subject line. We were six months into the pandemic when Brian emailed Things are changing with my cancer. Brian had been living with the spreading tumors for a couple of years. We’d met when he was the head of a Montessori school where I was leading a workshop. I’d
- [Letting Her Go](https://koenigdunne.com/letting-her-go/) - She waited for me every single morning to start her day. First while standing up in her crib with a big smile. Then even when she was a toddler and transitioned to her “big girl bed” (a twin bed), she wouldn’t get out of her bed until I came in to greet her. Each morning
- [Blooming Where Planted](https://koenigdunne.com/bloomingwhereplanted_nextblog/) - I offered to go to Afghanistan, planned to go to Albania, and went to South Africa. For decades a small global call whispered. Following plights of the suffering has consumed countless hours of my life, refugees being a common Sunday morning coffee read. In 2009, when Syrian innocents were forced to flee Assaad’s terror, I
- [Absent Excuses](https://koenigdunne.com/absent-excuses/) - He was unemployed. Fired in fact. He acted as though he could be successful in a field where he had zero experience and it was said he wasn’t smart. Got himself arrested, too. This week Chris Smalls made history. Under his leadership, nearly 6000 workers voted to unionize at the very Amazon warehouses where he'd
- [What Does it Really Mean to File for Divorce?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-does-it-really-mean-to-file-for-divorce/) - In Nebraska, divorce is a multi-step process that includes filing for divorce. What the term “file for divorce” means may depend on who is using it. When an attorney uses the term “filing for divorce,” they are generally referring to the legal process of filing a legal document, like a Complaint for Dissolution, with the clerk
- [What is Equity in My Home, and How Will it Be Divided?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-equity-in-my-home-and-how-will-it-be-divided/) - One of the biggest decisions to be made during the divorce process is what will happen to the family home? This decision is more than just a legal one. It impacts both emotions and finances. Although there are many factors to consider, generally there are two options for the home – either one spouse will
- [Good People](https://koenigdunne.com/good-people/) - “Are you leaving?” she asks from the sidewalk as I stood beside the door of my car. “Sorry, just arriving,” I say. I presumed the middle- aged woman in blue jeans and a black t-shirt was hoping for a parking spot in my gentrifying neighborhood. She turns to keep walking. “If you was leaving I
- [Last Days](https://koenigdunne.com/last-days/) - “You’ll be a shining star!” “Be sure to join a study group.” “Whatever you do, don’t fall behind on your reading.” She held her breath, smiled from ear to ear, and declared she wasn’t going to cry as the well wishes and wisdom tumbled down the chat in her final all team Zoom. Lindsay V.
- [Not My Train](https://koenigdunne.com/not-my-train/) - “The governor’s office is line two for you.” My heart pounded. Once again someone not the governor had the chore of telling the unchosen prior to the press release that said it wasn’t you. I’d applied to be a juvenile court judge. I detailed my career accomplishments, got glowing references, and confidently answered questions before the judicial nominating commission of nine. They advanced my name on the short list of the qualified. I travelled to the state capitol to interview with
- [Tulsa Teaching Truth](https://koenigdunne.com/tulsa-teaching-truth/) - Nobody mentioned the hundreds of innocent people murdered by angry mobs. No one spoke of the 35 blocks burned to the ground within 24 hours or of the fleeing of tens of thousands left homeless. Oklahomans didn’t know their history. I was a 17 when I traveled to Tulsa. A group of Omahans charged with
- [Fathers and Gifts](https://koenigdunne.com/fathers-and-gifts/) - The smell of cigarette smoke rose off the paper bag wrapped tightly at the top. Tucked alongside the brown glass quart of Falstaff beer were a half dozen Snicker bars---enough for the six of the eight of us kids still living at home. A true pay day delight. Reading Father’s Day tributes, I’m compelled to
- [Summer Season Surrender](https://koenigdunne.com/summer-season-surrender/) - That June was the last time he left home. It was the start of the slowest of the slow summer seasons of my life. Hospice was happening. It was his last time he went down the stairs until he went without his spirit in a black zippered bag. That June was a decade ago. It had been 11 years since the delivery of the grim cancer
- [Advanced Child Tax Credit Monthly Payments: Important Information for Divorced Co-parents](https://koenigdunne.com/child-tax-credit/) - On July 15th, the American Rescue Plan’s expanded child tax credit program will take effect. Under the expanded program, qualifying families will receive a monthly payment of up to $300 per month for each child under 6 and up to $250 per month for each child 6-17 years old. The expanded program also allows for
- [Listen To Me](https://koenigdunne.com/listen-to-me/) - Sometime before the sunlight snuck around the sides of the bedroom shades a delicious sounding summer rain began to fall. The darkness told me I need not rush out from under the comfort of my cotton quilt. I listened. I fell back to sleep with the peace of knowing the purple clematis would get her daily drink without me. The back yard’s newly sewn grass seeds would be grateful, too. At
- [One In A Million](https://koenigdunne.com/one-in-a-million/) - Maybe you have one. Your “Go-To Spirit Lifter.” Joyce is mine. When my mind was a mess, Joyce listened with the same compassion she’d give to a 7-year-old at the elementary school where she was a counselor. Her infectious laugh leaves you wondering why you ever thought you had something to cry about. Just before
- [Vetting the Vaccine](https://koenigdunne.com/vetting-the-vaccine/) - “Mom, I signed myself up for the COVID vaccine. Can you take me on April 8th?” My sixteen, nearly seventeen, year old daughter at the time decided for us. Her fourteen-year-old sister followed suit a few weeks later when the age was expanded to include her. “Mom, you can sign me up on Monday for
- [BACKWARD INWARD FORWARD](https://koenigdunne.com/backward-inward-forward/) - Choosing to be alone for days is not an obvious extrovert choice. Yet for over a decade I’ve taken a solo annual retreat. I don’t go far, but I do go away from home where I am tempted by the dazzling distractions of unorganized drawers and the unfinished anything. My yearly ritual is usually in
- [Shameless](https://koenigdunne.com/shameless/) - She reached for a second tissue. “Sorry about all the tears,” she said. Some people pour their morning joe for a pick me up. I go for my Megan. Our always steady and ready office manager Megan isn’t ruffled by a crashed computer or an overflowing toilet. Still, on this morning, she dabbed the tiny silver ring in her nose as the drops kept falling. It was Lily’s first day at a
- [Seeing September](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-september/) - For months I knew it would arrive, and now it has. It would be special, sad, and I wasn’t sure what else. Now that September’s here, I escape my procrastination at looking. It’s my month of many anniversaries. The major milestones and markers of my life’s journey make a list that includes: Became a lawyer Became a mother
- [What Evidence is Used in Custody Cases & How to Gather It](https://koenigdunne.com/what-evidence-is-used-in-custody-cases-how-to-gather-it/) - From photographs to school records, text messages to family calendars, a variety of evidence may be used during custody litigation in Nebraska. Understanding what evidence is helpful to your case and how to gather it may save valuable time and resources in preparing for a custody trial. Here are a few reasons why evidence is
- [GARDENS GONE AND GROWING](https://koenigdunne.com/gardens-gone-and-growing/) - He gave up his hippie acreage with gardens to move into the middle of the city with me and mychildren. There he planted tulips and tomatoes anew. When the kids were grown and we movedfrom house to apartment, he grew kale in raised beds on the rooftop and raspberries andpumpkins in the country. He spent
- [Who Are the Experts in Child Custody Litigation?](https://koenigdunne.com/who-are-the-experts-in-child-custody-litigation/) - In child custody cases, certain individuals can be asked to provide an expert opinion to the court regarding parental fitness, custody, financial matters, and the like. An expert is someone who has specialized knowledge in a certain area and is qualified by skill, experience, training, or education to assist the judge in understanding the issues.
- [MOONFLOWER MAGIC](https://koenigdunne.com/moonflower-magic/) - "Either somebody who loves you did it or something mystical is going on,” Megan said, turning her head to the side as if to say, “You tell me.” My coworker had noticed what was happening in front of our office. “Either way, I’m glad,” I smiled. While doing repairs last fall, the utility company pummeled
- [Loving Admission](https://koenigdunne.com/loving-admission/) - First I was confused. Later I silently disagreed. Then I started to question. “You support a lot of people,” my friend said. The conversation moved quickly past my subtle bristle, but my recurring trait of wanting to be right itched like a prickly tag inside a sweater. My children are grown. My parents are dead.
- [Tattoo Heroes](https://koenigdunne.com/tattoo-heroes/) - “He said he’d beat the crap out of me if I didn’t.” After a celebratory dinner of fried chicken, beans, and tortillas the room fell silent as Maureen* told her story. She proudly showed the progress with glossy photos of sessions one, two, three, and four. She explained how Mario was removing her tattoo. Soon the mark
- [The Nuances of Domestic Violence and Your Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/the-nuances-of-domestic-violence-and-your-divorce-in-nebraska/) - A bloodied lip, a fractured arm, a black eye. These are the images we have come to associate with domestic violence. As an attorney, the physical manifestations of violence can often be proven in court. Unfortunately, there are other forms of domestic violence that often times fall through the cracks in a divorce case. Scott
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- [Changing Colors](https://koenigdunne.com/changing-colors/) - Back in Beantown to visit, a blue-sky morning invited me on a walk to see the fall foliage New England is famous for. I walked for miles. I admired the muted purple hydrangeas. I bent over to sniff a lone white rose in front of the three story with gingerbread trim. I scanned each street in search of the yellows, oranges, and reds I’d remembered. I applauded the small ivy-covered patches that passed for yards. I paused a pocket garden that I mused
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- [Reunion Inspiration](https://koenigdunne.com/reunion-inspiration/) - The 93-year-old former physicist didn’t make the trip. He was now living in Germany with his third wife, having outlived two. The former mayor of Durham did, however, as did the Harvard psychologist. Ann was tired from working on an immigration matter late into the evening before but coaxing from her classmate convinced her to
- [Four Women](https://koenigdunne.com/four-women/) - It was nearly noon and the sky still gray. I’d barely a hint of hunger despite my breakfast being one small pot of tea and two small cups of coffee. The stories of four women stuck in my gut. -One a young mother of two whose husband lay hospitalized with diagnoses of Covid and chronic
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- [THE HEALER HEALS](https://koenigdunne.com/the-healer-heals/) - Not being much of a worrier, I'd been more eager about his arrival home for the holidays than anxious about his winter drive from L.A. to Omaha. It’s a good thing I didn’t waste my worry. I’d be needing it soon enough. The other driver crossed over the interstate median and hit his car head on. Benjamin opened his eyes to see the stars in the December sky and the flashing lights of emergency vehicles. His car was destroyed around his slender body now crushed on either
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- [Cold as Ice](https://koenigdunne.com/cold-as-ice/) - The 15-year-old figure skater saw her Olympic dreams crushed into the cold ice before millions. After years of grueling practice and the sacrificing of a childhood to become perhaps the world’s best, she had failed. Not once, not twice, but multiple times during her final performance for the gold. What greeted her upon completion was
- [Telling the Truth: Part  I in a Series on Loneliness](https://koenigdunne.com/telling-the-truth-part-one-in-a-series-on-loneliness/) - The path winds and twists ahead. I breathe in the musky pine air and feel the soft moss-covered ground support my steps. The birds beckon me with their trills and tweets. I pause to sit on a sturdy wood carved bench forcing myself into my meditation to-do. Instead, the tears gather at the corners of
- [Queen for a Day](https://koenigdunne.com/queen-for-a-day/) - Would you like to be Queen for a Day?!” the show host called out to the audience of women. It was the start of reality TV in America. Each day our small black and white television was tuned in to see which of the four contestants had the most compelling story of hardship. She who
- [GRANDMA’S PRECIOUS CHILD](https://koenigdunne.com/grandmas-precious-child/) - When Jayden lost her Grandma “B”---her trailblazing beloved role model for everything from community contribution to hiking in Croatia in your 80s—it hit hard. When Jayden and her fiancé get married this spring, they’ll be missing two other grandmothers, too. Both of Blake’s grandmas recently passed in a span of a few weeks. Being age
- [Kittens and Connections](https://koenigdunne.com/kittens-and-connections/) - Moonbeam and her sister Daisy Mae were born halfway through the second year of the pandemic. Darling fawn-colored kittens, they came from a cage with their sibs to a two-story home in which to race, romp, and rest. They spend their days enjoying the back yard bird show from their respective chairs in the sunroom and in watchful waiting for one of us to walk
- [Slow Season](https://koenigdunne.com/slow-season/) - It’s time. Time to get off that sofa bearing your imprint from those holiday hours with the remote. Time to put away the holly mugs, follow up on that FedX gift that never arrived, and lose your peppermint and peanut brittle poundage. My silent admonition to get crackin’ runs a vague jingle of anxious energy through my body. I spot the stack of glittered cards with pop up penguins and heartwarming
- [CARES Act Stimulus Checks Update: April 14, 2020](https://koenigdunne.com/cares-act-stimulus-checks-update-april-14-2020/) - Timing of Stimulus Checks The IRS has just announced that a significant disbursement of CARES Act stimulus checks will be paid starting the week of April 12, 2020. This round of payments will include over 80 million Americans, including nearly all 2018 and 2019 tax filers who utilized direct deposit for refunds from the IRS.
- [Temporary Child Support in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/temporary-child-support-in-nebraska/) - After your divorce has been filed, you might find that there are temporary issues that need to be resolved before the final Decree is entered and your divorce is complete. Most commonly, after parents separate households and finances, a temporary child support award is necessary to ensure that the minor children’s financial needs are met
- [Changes to the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines](https://koenigdunne.com/changes-to-the-nebraska-child-support-guidelines/) - The new year brought new changes to the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines. If you currently pay or receive child support in Nebraska, a re-calculation under the new rules could drastically change the amount you pay or receive, respectively. So, what changed? Monthly Support The child support tables (found here) have been amended. The new tables
- [Using a Quitclaim Deed to Transfer Real Estate in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/using-a-quitclaim-deed-to-transfer-real-estate-in-a-divorce/) - One of the easiest and most common ways to transfer property rights to another party in Nebraska is through the use of a quitclaim deed. This type of deed conveys the interest you have in a property without providing any warranties or guarantees about the interest you are conveying. If you acquired your home during
- [What is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)?](https://koenigdunne.com/what-is-a-qualified-domestic-relations-order-qdro/) - When it comes to property division in a divorce, there are often retirement or pension plans that are on the table to be split between the divorcing spouses. Splitting a qualified retirement plan or pension plan in a divorce requires the preparation of a QDRO (qualified domestic relations order). A QDRO allows for the division
- [The Grounds for Annulment in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/the-grounds-for-annulment-in-nebraska/) - Under Nebraska law, if your marriage is annulled, it is as if it never happened. Even in 2019, there are still some people who believe that divorce carries a stigma, so opt to pursue an annulment instead. A civil annulment is not the same as a religious annulment, which can only be granted by a
- [How Unemployment Affects Child Support in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/how-unemployment-affects-child-support-in-nebraska/) - Losing a job is stressful for many reasons, but especially so if you are responsible for paying -- or if you’re receiving -- child support. How your unemployment affects your child support payments depends on your individual situation. However, one thing is certain: Nebraska courts take child support obligations very seriously, so you shouldn’t believe
- [Relocation Rules in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/relocation-rules-in-nebraska/) - Moving a child out of state is usually a very emotional decision. There may be many good reasons for relocation – a new job, a desire to be closer to family, or even the need to make a fresh start. However, if you are the custodial parent and want to move with your child out
- [How to Modify Alimony in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-modify-alimony-in-nebraska/) - It is not unusual for financial circumstances to change after a divorce, and Nebraska law allows for either ex-spouse to make a request for modification of support, be it a paying spouse who can no longer afford his or her support payments or a nonpaying spouse in need of additional support. There may be a
- [Can Men be Awarded Alimony in Nebraska?](https://koenigdunne.com/can-men-be-awarded-alimony-in-nebraska/) - Long gone are the days when family courts would almost automatically award custody and support to women in divorce cases. The changing roles of men and women in the workforce and the marriage equality movement are now reflected in our laws regarding the family, blurring traditional gender roles and making it just as likely that
- [Understand the Rules About Divorce and Social Security](https://koenigdunne.com/understand-the-rules-about-divorce-and-social-security/) - According to the Social Security Administration, women receive 24% less in Social Security benefits than men do, the result of women typically having spent fewer years in the workforce and earning less than their male counterparts. In addition to having a lower benefit, women also depend more on Social Security for their living expenses. The
- [Tips for Getting Your Retirement Plan Back on Track After a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/tips-for-getting-your-retirement-plan-back-on-track-after-a-divorce/) - Retirement accounts are typically one of the major assets married couples have. These accounts are considered marital property if they were acquired during the marriage. Couples who divorce as they are nearing retirement need to consider the long-term worth of each asset; trading away retirement assets in order to keep the house may be a
- [How to Effectively Negotiate Alimony](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-effectively-negotiate-alimony/) - Unlike some states, Nebraska family courts do not use specific alimony calculators to determine spousal support in a divorce. Instead, the Court will weigh several factors, including: The duration of the marriage The current financial resources of each spouse The contribution of each spouse to the marriage (child care and education, home maintenance, etc.) The
- [The Sensitive Personal Information You Need to Share with Your Divorce Lawyer](https://koenigdunne.com/the-sensitive-personal-information-you-need-to-share-with-your-divorce-lawyer/) - Divorce can not only be emotionally draining; there are times when it can be downright embarrassing. There may be some circumstances you experience that you wouldn’t even tell your best friend about. However, there is someone you should tell: your attorney. Here are five pieces of sensitive information you should definitely share with your divorce
- [Protecting Your Parenting Time During a Separation or Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/protecting-your-parenting-time-during-a-separation-or-divorce/) - If you have separated from your spouse or partner and there are children involved, you are no doubt concerned about protecting your parenting time during your separation, whether or not it leads to divorce. Here are some guidelines to ensure you have equal access to your children (unless there are mitigating factors like domestic abuse
- [How to Tell if You are Headed for Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-tell-if-you-are-headed-for-divorce/) - Celebrities have their personal lives played out in the media and because we think we know them, we think we can tell which celebrity couples are headed for divorce. But do you know how to tell if you and your spouse may be taking that same road? Here are some signs: You’re unhappy a lot.
- [How to Tell If You Are a Victim of Domestic Abuse](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-tell-if-you-are-a-victim-of-domestic-abuse/) - According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men who report having suffered from domestic abuse by a partner. Domestic abuse is not only physical; you can also be victimized by emotional abuse — name-calling, criticism, harassment, threats, stalking, and other behavior meant to intimidate and
- [7 Alimony Factors in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/7-alimony-factors-in-nebraska/) - We know one of the most common questions and concerns clients have when facing a divorce is whether alimony will be a factor in their case. Unlike child support, there isn’t an alimony calculator in Nebraska. Rather, alimony awards are left to the discretion of the judge or in an agreement reached between spouses. However,
- [No Breaks: Domestic Violence in the Age of   Covid-19                                  Part 1 of a 3-Part Series](https://koenigdunne.com/no-breaks-domestic-violence-in-the-age-of-covid-19-part-1-of-a-3-part-series/) - “Social Distancing,” “6-feet apart,” “remote learning.” By now, after barely a month since the world we came to know changed, such terms have become so widely used that they need no further explanation. And, in practicing them, we’ve all become a little more familiar with the concept of a “break.” A break for employees having
- [Tips on How to Assist a Domestic Violence Survivor During a Pandemic: Part 2 of a 3-Part Series](https://koenigdunne.com/tips-on-how-to-assist-a-domestic-violence-survivor-during-a-pandemic-part-2-of-a-3-part-series/) - As our state begins to re-open for business, we all have our own definition of what it means to have “survived” the past 2 months. For some, it meant being both a daycare provider and full-time employee working from home. For others, it meant losing their job and scrambling to make ends meet until their
- [A Domestic Violence Survivor’s Story of Hope During a Pandemic: Part 3 of a 3-Part Series](https://koenigdunne.com/a-domestic-violence-survivors-story-of-hope-during-a-pandemic-part-3-of-a-3-part-series/) - 50% capacity. Phase 4 of re-opening. Such phrases have become all too common to us over the past 5 months as our country continues to open, and re-close due to COVID-19. The past 5 months have also provided their share of hardship and new beginnings for domestic violence survivors who had no other option but
- [Private Education Expenses](https://koenigdunne.com/private-education-expenses/) - We know there is stress and confusion regarding the start of school this year for families in Nebraska. What may be adding stress to some divorced parents is the decision to send their children to public school or whether to enroll them in private school depending upon each schools’ coronavirus precaution and procedures. The Nebraska
- [Stock Options in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/blog-stock-options-in-a-divorce/) - Alternative forms of compensation, such as employee stock options are complex and present challenges in a divorce. An employee stock option is the right of an employee to buy a specific number of shares of stock in the employer-corporation at a specific price (strike price, grant price, or exercise price) at a specified time in
- [Non-Traditional Income Sources and Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/blog-non-traditional-income-sources-and-divorce/) - Generally, tax returns, paystubs, and traditional wages are the easiest way to determine one’s income for purposes of child support and/or alimony. However, not all spouses earn income this traditional way. Non-traditional earnings, including dividends from income investments, passive income, retained earnings in a closely-held corporation (if excessive or inappropriate), Social Security benefits, as well
- [Laughed Until I Cried](https://koenigdunne.com/laughed-until-i-cried/) - Janie (that’s what I’ll call her) has a wholehearted laugh that fills her entire being. With a round face and ever-present smile, Janie sees humor in any situation. And with years of being a therapist and an elementary school counselor, she’s seen some situations. Janie’s effervescence is so bright that the first time her schoolteacher spouse saw her in the building he declared, “I’m going to
- [Dear Dave](https://koenigdunne.com/dear-dave/) - I have been thinking about you a lot since April 5, 2021 - the day you left this world and took your talent with you. My heart has been sore and heavy since. I know you read some of my blogs – you told me. You told me it was a gift to share my
- [Another 10-Year Anniversary](https://koenigdunne.com/another-10-year-anniversary/) - There I am – perched and posing playfully for my dad. Looking back at this photo from March 2011, I speculate whether I was aware of the symbolism created in this snapshot. At the time I was precariously attempting to balance my marriage, my life, my heart. I was teetering on the brink of simultaneously
- [A Friend in Need](https://koenigdunne.com/a-friend-in-need/) - “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” She was a court reporter. I was a lawyer. We bonded over our German heritage, working in the juvenile court system, and having alcoholic fathers. Each year I endure three months of teasing from Gretchen that she’s “younger” than me. Today the annual ribbing ends as I celebrate the birth of my friend of nearly 40 years. We
- [WINTERS END](https://koenigdunne.com/winters-end/) - I stopped attending art openings. I took up lifting a kettlebell, staying inside instead of going out to the gym. I was unsure how long before it would be over and whether life would ever be the same again. It wasn’t a winter with coronavirus. It was the last winter of many winters of John living with cancer. Ten years ago, the rooms of tea parties with macarons and brunches with bubbly became a home
- [Cocaine, Comparison, and Compassion](https://koenigdunne.com/cocaine-comparison-and-compassion/) - “You use gratitude like cocaine,” she said. Her observation was as calm as if she were saying “The sky is blue today.” My mentor often shared wisdom I eagerly embraced. But the suggestion that I had been sticking the numbing needle of thanksgiving in my veins silenced me. Gratitude has long been my great go to. I had just shared what was going well in my life. My busy law firm.
- [Letting Love In](https://koenigdunne.com/letting-love-in/) - “I had no idea there’d be such an outpouring…I’m not used to being on the receiving end.” Tears started to stream down the face of the child turned man whose blue eyes matched his hospital gown. My first-born Benjamin gave his first Facebook thanks two weeks after a driver on I-80 crossed the median at full speed, hitting Ben’s car head-on, crushing his limbs and
- [Priorities and Promises](https://koenigdunne.com/priorities-and-promises/) - As a 10-year-old, I took my promises seriously, at least when it came to trying to be a good girl in a Catholic culture. For Lent, I’d commit to give up candy or to place any coins --my only income at the time-- into the slot of the little yellow cardboard box shaped like a
- [Nonmarital and Premarital Property in a Nebraska Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/nonmarital-and-premarital-property-in-a-nebraska-divorce/) - In almost every Nebraska divorce, spouses must address the issue of determining premarital and nonmarital property. This is especially true in high-wealth divorces, which frequently entail assets acquired from a variety of sources, and second-marriage divorces, which often involve spouses who have acquired a sizable portion of their wealth prior to marriage. Dividing Property in
- [Dividing International Assets in a Nebraska Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/dividing-international-assets-in-a-nebraska-divorce/) - Internationally owned assets present unique challenges during a divorce. As global holdings and investments have become more common for Nebraskans, so too have the complexities in equitably dividing international property. While each international asset presents its own unique challenge to divide in a divorce, some assets are more challenging to divide than others. And when
- [Easy When Times Are Good](https://koenigdunne.com/easy-when-times-are-good/) - It’s easy to feel grateful, given my charmed life. Excellent COVID-free health, a successful law firm, a loving life partner. End of day entries in the gratitude journal flow: Morning dancing Incredible coworkers Bills paid Even at the end of a challenging day, there’s plenty. What doesn’t make the list: Wind
- [Seeing Sophia](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-sophia/) - “Mom, I need to go to the doctor,” Sophia matter-of-factly stated. “Something isn’t right.” I didn’t spot the signs. Amidst the pandemic taking away her first real day of high school, her 14th birthday having just passed, and navigating new friends and classes remotely, I can say it would have seemed impossible to know. But
- [Bitter Winter Made Better](https://koenigdunne.com/bitter-winter-made-better/) - The bitter cold of the pre-dawn dark stung my cheeks. The bag on my shoulder heavy with the Sunday edition Omaha World-Herald, I trudged along the snow packed sidewalks making my deliveries. Nose dripping, I stifled my silent weeping as I approached the corner where I’d meet my brother delivering his section of the route.
- [Acknowledging Anna](https://koenigdunne.com/acknowledging-anna/) - “Anna! I don’t know why you won’t listen to my advice. I am telling you this for your own good. You need to know how to advocate for yourself!” I was getting on her for something inconsequential. Telling her she should do this, she should do that – reciting by heart the common refrain heard
- [Miracles](https://koenigdunne.com/miracles/) - Divorced nearly 30 years ago, Susan shares how a horrific accident reminded a divorced couple of the one thing they could always agree on. He opened his eyes and saw the stars. The roof of his Prius was gone. His hand dangled from the end of his arm. Benjamin had safely driven west over a thousand miles
- [Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://koenigdunne.com/martin-luther-king-jr/) - The summer of 1969, without warning, a young black girl was shot in the back of the head and killed by a white police officer. Vivian Strong and her friends were having a party in a vacant apartment, playing music and dancing. She was 14. I was 13 that summer. I don’t remember hearing about
- [Holiday Break](https://koenigdunne.com/holiday-break/) - The pandemic has not been kind to couples. The physical, financial, emotional, mental stressors of remote working/learning/socializing is taking its toll. It is certainly taking its toll on all individuals, but for those couples who pre-pandemic were on shaky ground, the pandemic has now rocked their foundations to the core. I know this because our divorce
- [Never Too Late](https://koenigdunne.com/never-too-late/) - “Your hair’s getting long,” he said, noticing my coronavirus coiffure. Gerry has such an eye for beauty and style that the home he and Bob share was once featured on the glossy pages of the Inspired Living as one of the loveliest in the city. I held my breath, sensing he was about to be honest with me. “You look younger,” he said.
- [Shaming or Sharing](https://koenigdunne.com/shaming-or-sharing/) - “How are you?” she asked with sweet sincerity. Should I say? Should I be truthful? I pause ever so slightly. “I’m good.” I pause again. “Really good,” I say, trying not to sound too enthusiastic. This year caring inquiries have come from cousins across the country and Facebook friends not seen for years. An extrovert, I’ve lived long enough to amass an abundant army of people who want
- [Holiday House](https://koenigdunne.com/holiday-house/) - Despite the COVID pandemic, my Thanksgiving this year was downright crowded I mused. The day included Oliver, Willie, Mac (my cats) and me, myself, and I. That got my count to my second hand at least. Big sigh. Lucky for me, I have had years – 10 to be exact – practicing solo traditions and
- [Assumptions Observed](https://koenigdunne.com/assumptions-observed/) - I stride past the multitude of campaign signs, the one red, white and blue one that says “Polling Place Here.” A handful of men pace away the cold with hands in their jackets as they wait for the doors to open. I immediately spot the inspector. A short woman in a red polo, she appears
- [Seen and Unseen](https://koenigdunne.com/seen-and-unseen/) - Her words would not leave me. Intended as a compliment, they felt strangely disturbing. “You’ve got it all together.” I replayed the words in my head for a week. Was I a source of comparison, envy, or inspiration? My friend, 20 plus years my junior, sees my life in the present and from the
- [A Cup of Coping](https://koenigdunne.com/a-cup-of-coping/) - I was sitting in my sadness wishing away the state of the world. Halloween isn’t going to be the same this year. My Thanksgiving table will not host my parents or my children. My December traditions will resemble, at best, hollowed out holidays. These sorrows seem petty next to the messages from my friends tearing
- [Treasure Hunting](https://koenigdunne.com/treasure-hunting/) - Decades before ThredUp, Poshmark, or even EBay were where millions shopped second hand, I was a thrifter. As a student on work study or a waitress saving for a trip to Barcelona, my fashion fix fit within my Goodwill budget. Unlike a quick click on my laptop to indulge in an instant Amazon acquisition, thrifting
- [Sliding Standards, Shifting Lenses](https://koenigdunne.com/sliding-standards-shifting-lenses/) - Sales of sweatpants up. Sales of suits down. Standards are shifting. Selections from drawers and closets are simply not the same in our virtual and remote worlds. Expectations are different, too. Tardiness to a training, once taken as a sign of disrespect, now simply means Alex had to let their dog out to pee at the last minute. Logically we know that in the context of the coronavirus our ideas of how we must perform cannot
- [Scared](https://koenigdunne.com/scared/) - Halloween is one of my favorite nights of the year. Particularly when it lands on a cool, windy evening and you can hear the leaves crunching and rustling underfoot as the children laugh up and down the sidewalks before shouting “trick or treat” at doorsteps. I enjoy the occasional whiffs through the air of burning
- [From Pandemic to Personal](https://koenigdunne.com/from-pandemic-to-personal/) - Each week at 7:55 a.m. I hit “Send”. My weekly ritual is intended help to my coworkers living in these times. My Teeny Tiny Tuesday Tips range from how to do 4 x 4 deep breathing to how to make mini-habits. By Thursday it had already been a challenging week. I’d just returned from seeing a friend with early onset dementia. That afternoon while on Zoom (preparing to facilitate a panel on ethics in a pandemic),
- [May It Please the Court](https://koenigdunne.com/may-it-please-the-court/) - Ruth Bader Ginsburg was sworn into the United States Supreme Court August 10, 1993. That same month, I moved out of my parents’ home and into my first college dormitory. That month, my dad made sure I had opened my first credit card to account for any emergencies. I walked into college with my future and possibilities ahead
- [Remembering Ruth](https://koenigdunne.com/remembering-ruth/) - “I’m surprised by the depth of my sadness,” I say, tears falling from eyes still swollen from the news of the day before. “She meant a lot to a lot of people who fought for justice, especially for the oppressed,” my sweetheart comforts. Yes. A lot. From little girls to longtime lawyers. One gift of the many past deaths of those I cherished is that loss of a life---no matter how extraordinary--- can be seen
- [Beauty Bit](https://koenigdunne.com/beauty-bit/) - “What did you wear?” she asked enthusiastically. It was a sweet acknowledgment that the talk I’d given that day was of some import. “Wait. Let me guess. You wore black.” I chuckled at the teasing of my friend knowing my closet is full of black dresses, black shirts, and black skirts. In my immediate defense
- [The Fifty-Year Marriage](https://koenigdunne.com/the-fifty-year-marriage/) - Patrick and Shirley Dunne are my parents. Pat and Shirley celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on September 19, 2020. They married with little fanfare but great love in a tiny church in Portland, Oregon. After the ceremony, they did not go to a wedding reception. There wasn’t one. Instead, they went to the hospital to
- [Empty Airports in September](https://koenigdunne.com/empty-airports-in-september/) - The September the sky was still dark as we arrived at the airport. The few parked cars scattered across the giant lots looked lonely. We entered the terminal and an eerie silence surrounded the attentive airline agents waiting at their stations. Travelers were noticeably on edge. This was not September in a global pandemic. Rather,
- [September's Season](https://koenigdunne.com/septembers-season/) - 9/8 Dad’s birthday. He would have turned 101 but he died at 64, the age I am now 9/11 A shared memory of tragedy for our entire county 9/14 Death of my husband John 9/20 Birth of my first child September is always big for me, from being sworn in as a member of the
- [Like Mother, Like Daughter](https://koenigdunne.com/like-mother-like-daughter/) - “Like mother, like daughter” she said in response to my daughter reporting I took her to a doctor to inspect a dime-sized black spot on her thigh that after a week was not resolving. When my distressed daughter relayed this to me, I asked for the context. “I don’t know mom! Why does she ever
- [Choosing the Fires](https://koenigdunne.com/choosing-the-fires/) - “Don’t look back,” he said as we parted. For a decade after a divorce I’d been goodbye-ing my children. But this time, instead a farewell at his father’s front door, I left my youngest on a lawn thousand miles away from home. He was 15. Introverted and incredibly intelligent, he was too smart for high schools and I wasn’t smart enough for home school. Instead of starting his sophomore year with his classmates, he entered his freshman year at college. He stood alone under a sunny
- [Privileged Listening](https://koenigdunne.com/privileged-listening/) - “Fifteen minutes is a long time,” she said, the 4th of July sun beating down on her. I was shocked. According to this straight A, double major college student, many in her generation found mere minutes of waiting a barrier to registering to vote. It was hot on the rooftop. I felt my rising blood
- [Defending Eyebrows](https://koenigdunne.com/defending-eyebrows/) - “Too dark of eyebrows. Too dark accentuates under eye and wrinkles. Use a wand for pink highlight in inner tear duct.” My friend of 40 years gives me helpful advice. For as long as I can remember she’s shared on everything from which type of Miracle-Gro to use in my window boxes to why Gevalia coffee was an essential morning brew. She is a great researcher with as much life experience than
- [Back to School: Corona-Style](https://koenigdunne.com/back-to-school-corona-style/) - I just turned it off one day. It was too much. I could no longer consume, react, and mourn the rancorous dissension filling up my social media feeds and nightly newscasts. To mask or not to mask, to reopen restaurants and bars or not, to social distance or stay quarantined – it was all taking
- [Making History](https://koenigdunne.com/making-history/) - These are historic times. We all know it. Previously unseen events unfold . Many we hope to never see again. Postings of rock concert crowds and soccer fans in the stadium are replaced by those of our prettiest petunias and our most impressive pizza. For some, perhaps the lonely face of a white haired loved one through a window. So awake are we to the significance of this season of our lives that institutions
- [Good, Bad, Better, Best.](https://koenigdunne.com/good-bad-better-best/) - “There are good days and bad days.” The words come out of my mouth. I sense an odd discomfort. The phrase once belonged to my brother Tim and later my late husband John. Each lived with pain awaiting their death. It was a way of saying “Some days it hurts a little less than others.”
- [Beetlemania](https://koenigdunne.com/beetlemania/) - I instantly recognized the evidence. They were back. My heartrate sped up. “This time will be different,” I told myself. This time I know what I’m dealing with. Three years ago I noticed a few. I was curious. I admired their beauty. The next day there were more, and along with them large swaths of
- [Celebrating Without Ceasing](https://koenigdunne.com/celebrating-without-ceasing/) - When Nancy said she wanted me to be a part of her wedding to Linetta, I knew it would be in another state. It was years before the glorious ruling from the Supreme Court on marriage equality. Today we celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the day we read the words of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg: They ask for equal dignity in the
- [State of the World](https://koenigdunne.com/state-of-the-world/) - “Just the state of the world,” she said, tears falling one by one. She brushed her long brown hair—that had grown considerably longer this year---off of her downcast face. She hardly knew where to begin. This day, like all since the start of the pandemic, she gave every ounce of dwindling energy to her job.
- [Waits and Rights](https://koenigdunne.com/waits-and-rights/) - With June half gone and virtually all weddings postponed, the tears are different. Gentle weeping from the emotions of the music and the moment become full-fledged sobbing of frustration and disappointment. Grand plans long awaited to be lived are not. I’ve officiated many weddings. (Yes, she with a long history of doing divorces.) The words of love, the witnessing of commitment, the
- [Space Making](https://koenigdunne.com/space-making/) - It took me nearly nine years to clean one closet. After John died and most of his clothes had made it to the men’s shelter like he’d asked, I attempted to clear it but mostly kept it crammed with everything from seldom worn jackets to supplies for making vision boards. Unlike me, John delighted in getting rid of things. Because his journey from a terminal
- [Minding Your Mental Health](https://koenigdunne.com/minding-your-mental-health/) - When recent results from the Covid-19 Impact Survey revealed that 6 out of 10 of us had felt anxious, depressed, lonely, or hopeless in the preceding 7 days, I was reminded of that which I have mostly had the luxury of merely observing. I heard the buzzing open of two sets of locked doors that clang loudly behind you as you enter the
- [The Rush of Re-Entry](https://koenigdunne.com/the-rush-of-re-entry/) - Excitement is building with news of states opening back up after the initial wave of COVID in our community. That old familiar feeling of what can only be explained as bubbles swirling in my stomach and heart on the precipice of bursting. I put pen to paper this week planning those first steps back into
- [Lilacs Lost](https://koenigdunne.com/lilacs-lost/) - Sometime between the fading of the hot pink blooms of the redbud trees and the arrival of the purple striped tulips, I began my daily watch. Last week I drove by to see, but it was not yet time. Patience, I reminded myself. But now it was a Monday morning after a week of biding
- [Mother's Day Away](https://koenigdunne.com/mothers-day-away/) - “Was what I just said really true?” I silently asked myself. I’d just claimed I felt sad that I would not be with my children on Mother’s Day. In the moment I did feel a little sad. While not an unusual thought for a mother to have, I questioned it. My children moved to other cities many years ago. If pressed, I could not remember the last Mother’s
- [Mandatory Mental Health Days](https://koenigdunne.com/mandatory-mental-health-days/) - Exhaustion, tears, and tense lines across foreheads were daily revealing themselves to me as I checked in with my team. I studied them in Brady Bunch boxes on zoom. I could feel their frustrations, fears, and as we tally-marked our COVID way through March and now through April. Our culture is built on principle of
- [May Day Made Better](https://koenigdunne.com/may-day-made-better/) - May Day reminds me of how I’ve never been good the anonymous acts of kindness. I do love to help. With three younger siblings there was always a child in need of shoe tied or a nose wiped. When I was old enough to babysit for other families, I delighted in sweeping the floors and doing the dishes to please the returning parents. By junior high, volunteering was vital in my life. First as a lawyer, now
- [Birthday Bygones](https://koenigdunne.com/birthday-bygones/) - I woke up with a jump-start. I showered, shaved, and slathered on my favorite smelling lotion. Despite day 41 of sheltering in place, I was determined. It was my birthday. I LOVE birthdays! I was going to make this day feel as pre-pandemic as possible – and the next day. My newly minted sixteen-year-old and
- [We're Here](https://koenigdunne.com/were-here/) - The speed with which it lodged in my throat took me by surprise. What had begun with the sharing of a lighthearted meme ended with me feeling like I might cry over two tiny words from Brian. Brothers can do that to you. I grew up with five brothers, three older, two younger. I was six years old when my
- [Finding a Friend in Fauci](https://koenigdunne.com/finding-a-friend-in-fauci/) - Anthony Fauci and I go way back. His name became a household word to me not from his recent appearances as the expert at the daily briefings of the White House Corona Virus. We go back decades. In the 1980s my brother Tim and his partner John bought a beautiful a two-story Victorian home in Atlanta. Together they ran a small café on Peach Street called Neon Peach. It
- [Real, Raw, and Restless](https://koenigdunne.com/real-raw-and-restless/) - I broke down in front of my girls. Now it was my turn to cry under the stress of it all. It was Easter. No family gathering. A pre-made rather than homemade meal was planned. The girls’ Easter baskets were empty for the first time in history because the gift I planned to give was
- [It's Not the Same](https://koenigdunne.com/its-not-the-same/) - “It’s not the same.” The Passover Seder. The Easter egg hunt. The annual spring garden tour. Missing is the uncle sitting beside us at the table, the pairs of little legs racing for the same egg hidden in the dewy grass, sharing the sweet smell of spring’s first hyacinth bloom. Virtual can be beautiful. And
- [Divorce and Co-Parenting During COVID-19: Answers to Five Common Questions Concerning Stimulus Checks and the CARES Act.](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-and-coparenting-during-covid-19-answers-to-five-common-questions-concerning-stimulus-checks-and-the-cares-act/) - Co-parenting and divorce are difficult issues for families to navigate, and they haven’t become any easier during the current economic times and COVID-19 pandemic. On March 27th, 2020, Congress passed, and the President signed into law, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. It is an immense law (247 pages in length) that
- [Seeking Sense Part 3:  A COVID-19 Co-Parenting Series](https://koenigdunne.com/seeking-sense-part-3-a-covid-19-co-parenting-series/) - Backpack-bound and smiling, my girls pierced the silent serenity of my car talking over each other and fussing over who would sit shotgun as we pulled away from their dad’s house. They were instantly chattering about the topic of the day – the topic now of every day – coronavirus. We hit the highlights: How
- [April But Not Fooling](https://koenigdunne.com/april-but-not-fooling/) - It was January 21 when I made my first joke about the Covid-19. A follower of global news, so I’d heard the news from overseas. My buddy Tom’s go-to drink is a bottle of Corona with lime. I texted him: Reports of a deadly coronavirus from China. Be careful out there. I ended it with
- [Distraction Action](https://koenigdunne.com/distraction-action/) - An unspoken judgment wafted through the rear corridors of my mind every time I heard the word. People kept talking about seeking “distractions”. Meanwhile, I tried to avoid them. I’ve long seen distractions as something that derail me from my path. The phone call that turns the broiling garlic bread to black char. The rabbit
- [The Good, Bad and Ugly - Part 2:  A COVID-19 Co-Parenting series](https://koenigdunne.com/the-good-bad-and-ugly-part-2-a-covid-19-co-parenting-series/) - “I don’t want to go to Dad’s. I have all of my school stuff here and I don’t want to pack it up.” I knew it would come. Last week was “I can’t wait to go” and this week it was bemoaning the same fact. Co-parenting during COVID-19 continues. This week in my lawyer role,
- [Spring Still Comes](https://koenigdunne.com/spring-still-comes/) - I lifted the dirt filled tray out from beneath the radiator in the kitchen. I pulled back the plastic wrap that had turned it into a mini greenhouse. I gasped. The salvia had sprouted. It was just days after the World Health Organization declared the pandemic when the tiny threads of green popped out. A week earlier, when the country was commencing its collapse under coronavirus, I’d sought solace in purchasing
- [Trying On Trust: A COVID-19 Co-Parenting Series](https://koenigdunne.com/trying-on-trust-a-covid-19-co-parenting-series/) - “I can’t wait to go to Dad’s!! HE will let me go to my friend’s house.” Despite all the instructions not to, both of my hands instinctively went to my face and pulled my eyes and cheeks downward. And here it was – co-parenting during COVID19. My eldest daughter and I had just traveled over
- [You Need a Haircut](https://koenigdunne.com/you-need-a-haircut/) - “You need a haircut,” he said, looking me straight in the eye. I felt the sting. I looked in the mirror then decided not to argue with a five-year-old. He went on. “You look like a lion.” Feeling bad about my hair has been a part of my history since childhood. More than one home
- [You Can’t Say No To Virginia](https://koenigdunne.com/you-cant-say-no-to-virginia/) - “You can’t say no to Virginia,” my fellow volunteer smiled, shaking her head. Rows of us lined up at desks, a phone on one hand, a pen in the other, marking off names on our respective call lists. We made requests to those we phoned on behalf of Virginia’s many social justice passion projects. All
- [Inspiring Shorts](https://koenigdunne.com/inspiring-shorts/) - As I munched my extra buttery fun size bag of popcorn, I knew that coming alone was right. Do not depress your friends, I’d decided. Each year I see the Oscar nominated short documentary films. While the topics are compelling, those who enjoy movies for escape and entertainment might not put down money to see
- [Love Search](https://koenigdunne.com/love-search/) - Whether you dread it or celebrate it with everything from drugstore candy to animated emojis, Valentine’s Day is hard to ignore. From our childhood memories of shoe boxes stuffed with cute colored cards from classmates to the 25 billion dollar industry of today, we’re bound to think about love. (And if you’re me, also a
- [Thinking or Thoughtful?](https://koenigdunne.com/thinking-or-thoughtful/) - I forgot to put my trash out. I hope Christine gets that job. I should have called Pam yesterday. I wonder what’s happening with the impeachment proceedings today. Will the coronavirus hit the Midwest? Researchers claim we have over 2,000 thoughts an hour. No doubt. I’m a planner, so there’s thinking about whether this is
- [The C Word](https://koenigdunne.com/the-c-word/) - “What are you most hoping for in 2020?” I asked sincerely. The pause in her reply made me wonder if another one of my extroverted inquiries had overstepped a boundary. I’d known her husband for a couple of years, but Emily and I were just getting to know one another. “A year of cancer-free,” she
- [What's the Difference?](https://koenigdunne.com/whats-the-difference/) - Voices got loud. Arms waved. Interruptions abounded. We’d had cocktails with our antipasto and wine with our chicken piccata and pasta. Emotions ran high as the talk turned to politics. Catching a momentary pause in the clamor, Linda spoke. “You know,” she said, pausing for her quiet voice to be heard. “You know, my friends
- [A Decade Anew](https://koenigdunne.com/a-decade-anew/) - “We looked great 20 years ago,” she said with a sigh, reflecting on the eve of the millennia when we gave champagne toasts to the new decade. We’d been invited to a country club and I wore a black velvet floor length gown. We gathered in front of the ice sculpture for our picture. Hopeful,
- [Christmas Caring](https://koenigdunne.com/christmas-caring/) - “It’ll be different,” she said, the tears filling her eyes revealing what her determined smile failed to hide. This Christmas was going to be painful. “It’s bittersweet,” he said. “This is a hard time of year for my wife.” “Honestly, I dread it.” I’ve lost track of the number of people who have exposed their
- [Lonely](https://koenigdunne.com/lonely/) - How does one escape an epidemic? Loneliness is rising at an alarming rate despite us having more opportunities for communication and connection than ever. Loneliness would have been the logical response for so many seasons of my life. Not only the divorce from my first husband, but also the years of marriage preceding it when
- [You Deserve It](https://koenigdunne.com/you-deserve-it/) - “You deserve it,” he says. I’m awkwardly silent. I feel more curiosity than satisfaction. Why do I deserve it? Would I be entitled to it even if I didn’t deserve it? Does it matter whether I deserve it? Other people deserve it, too, so why didn’t they get it? Am I somehow special? My charmed
- [Do or Dream](https://koenigdunne.com/do-or-dream/) - By the time I was thirteen I’d concluded that dreaming would not get me that hot pink paisley swimsuit with ruffles on display in the junior department of the Brandeis Department store downtown. I’d been babysitting for years and knew that only money from my summer nanny job and a layaway plan would. Instead of
- [Taught by Time and Tim](https://koenigdunne.com/taught-by-time-and-tim/) - His rail thin body looked childlike under the sheets. At 35 his once muscular body could no longer stand without someone holding him up. AIDS was about to take his life. The lessons I learned from my brother Tim that November were lost on me then. 25 years later, I see. I didn’t know that
- [Complicated Confirmation](https://koenigdunne.com/complicated-confirmation/) - I dress in my Sunday best. I arrive in time to take a seat next to her mother and grandmother. I tuck the narrow gold satin ribbon into the page for hymn #483. Simultaneously I’m an outsider and I am at home. It is confirmation day for young Sophia, whom I have known since she
- [Influencer](https://koenigdunne.com/influencer/) - Flowers on the altar, photos of loved ones, food that was their favorite---Dia de Los Muertos arrives each November 1 and we celebrate the “Day of the Dead” with friends. We honor those we have loved and lost. We take turns sharing stories and memories of those who’ve left this earth, but their impact remains.
- [Why Your #METOO Matters](https://koenigdunne.com/why-your-metoo-matters/) - Her dark hair hung over her face as she furiously took notes. She barely spoke the entire semester. But she heard my “Me too.” My lecture that week in my Women and the Law course was on domestic violence. I wanted these future lawyers to have an understanding beyond the legal definition of “credible threat”
- [Hurt My Child?](https://koenigdunne.com/hurt-my-child/) - I always note the day. Each year on the first Monday of October the United States Supreme Court begins its session. A wave of anxiety annually washes over me as I think of how lives and futures of countless Americans will be changed by decisions placed in the hands of nine people. I have fretted
- [Cokie](https://koenigdunne.com/cokie/) - I was sitting in the hospital waiting room. My friend was getting a new hip and I was happy to await the news of a successful surgery. I’d been doing my best to ignore the latest daily bad news of our country running nonstop on the big screen television when my phone alert popped up.
- [Peggy's Voice](https://koenigdunne.com/peggys-voice/) - “My name is Peggy. May I help you?” “Peggy,” I said, pausing for the surprise little lump in my throat “I really hope you can.” I was embarrassed by my emotion. Years ago I placed countless calls to cancel my husband’s name on accounts and remove it from many charity mailing lists. That was an
- [Astonishing Anniversary](https://koenigdunne.com/astonishing-anniversary/) - I’d had a lot of conversations with Doug over the years. At times understanding his speech was a challenge for me. After a second ask that he repeat himself, I turned to Dave for interpretation. Dave and Kenny, who have been a committed couple for 40 years, are Doug’s home teachers. Doug has Down syndrome.
- [Puppy Love and Loss](https://koenigdunne.com/puppy-love-and-loss/) - “You wait here,” he said. I’m going to go get her.” Jack took off running. I sat on the concrete stoop of the veterinarian’s office, taking in the scenes of life in a small town just outside of Guadalajara. My son had flown from California and I from Nebraska to savor three precious days enjoying
- [Walking in Their Feet](https://koenigdunne.com/walking-in-their-feet/) - I knelt on the floor at his feet. He sat in his arm chair, a red pack of Pall Malls and brown quart of beer nearby. We didn’t speak. I tugged away, loosening the leather strings of his heavy work boots, using a fork on the most stubborn knots. I pulled with all my might,
- [Celebrating Second Hand](https://koenigdunne.com/celebrating-second-hand/) - “Can you stay after school?” she asked. As a second grader, home wasn’t an especially happy place to hurry to. Dad’s drinking had worsened over the years and Mom had bigger worries than after school milk and cookies. “We’ll wait until the others are gone,” Sister Leodegard said. I was the teacher’s pet, so I
- [Flower Power](https://koenigdunne.com/flower-power/) - I was about to cut off her head when I stopped. The faded flower’s bloom had enough life left to share some wisdom before she landed in the compost pile. “Pay attention!” I had substituted my morning meditation with time attending to my flowers. I set my intention to focus only on what was directly
- [Living On Summer Time](https://koenigdunne.com/living-on-summer-time/) - I awoke early. I set an intention of ease. My Saturday started with my weekly stroll to the farmers market. I had twelve whole hours to get ready. There would be no rushing. List in one hand, two bags in the other, I took my time perusing the stalls for the perfect ingredients. After tasting
- [Missing Mallorca](https://koenigdunne.com/missing-mallorca/) - A weekend on a Mediterranean island could have been mine. Relaxing on the beach. Admiring the mountains. Perhaps a palace tour or a walk among the Moorish remains. It could have been mine, had I said yes. All of my friends were going. I was in the middle of my semester as a Spanish student
- [Top Down Connection](https://koenigdunne.com/top-down-connection/) - The sun is shining. The sky is blue. The warm wind blows over me in my convertible with the top down. This is my charmed life. Grigio---named after his beautiful shade of silver---has two seats, a tiny trunk, and limited leg room. He’s Italian, and for my season without children to shuttle or mulch to
- [At His Best](https://koenigdunne.com/at-his-best/) - It is hard for me to write about him. In so many ways now he is just someone I used to know. Strange that what seems like another lifetime ago, he was the person I used to know best. This week would have been our 18th wedding anniversary, but instead time let 8 years slip
- [Be Kind](https://koenigdunne.com/be-kind/) - My mother was patient and kind. She knew how to wait. For buses in the middle of winter. For one of her eight children to call on a Sunday afternoon. For a lifetime of prayers to be answered. I did not inherit her patience gene. I’m more prone to precrastination than procrastination. I like to
- [Memorial Day Reminder](https://koenigdunne.com/memorial-day-reminder/) - “I’d like to see him.” In between my sips of cabernet and the passing of crispy blue cheese potato bites, my words surprised me. At happy hour with my girlfriends, I learned that Gary had entered hospice. I have not seen Gary in a couple of years. Maybe three. While I’ve asked others how he
- [No Shame](https://koenigdunne.com/no-shame/) - Some people I love keep secrets from me. Despite knowing I care deeply about them, there’s something they don’t want me to know. Sometimes they hide the reason they did not respond to my calls and texts. Sometimes they hide that they have been in the hospital for days…again. Sometimes they hide that the police
- [A Moment of Motherhood](https://koenigdunne.com/a-moment-of-motherhood/) - The framed photo in my office to remind me of what mattered most needed an update. Before our era of instant cell phone selfies, a trip to a photography studio was in order. It would replace the one that included my children’s father, from whom I was now divorced. Photographers Joe and Judy Johnston had
- [Nothing but Neutral](https://koenigdunne.com/nothing-but-neutral/) - We were at the dinner table and my 12 and 14 year-old daughters were snickering about something their dad did. I joined in on what I thought was light-hearted fun: I said something negative about their dad. The conversation and chuckling came to a screeching halt. “What just happened?” I wondered as a chill crept
- [Appreciating April](https://koenigdunne.com/appreciating-april/) - Some months seem more special than others. Take December: Christmas, my birthday, and my children coming home for the holidays. Then there’s February: Ground Hog Prom, Valentine’s Day, and the birthdays of three of my sibs. But April. April wins my heart. April imbues me with appreciation. April is the birth month of many amazing
- [Trash or Treasure](https://koenigdunne.com/trash-or-treasure/) - I’d made it a mile from home in another attempt at a couch to 5k when I stopped. It was trash collection day in the neighborhood, so maybe that’s all it was. Trash. I got closer to see a couple of school books sprawled on the edge of the sidewalk, a black spiral notebook beside
- [Texas Beauties](https://koenigdunne.com/texas-beauties/) - I told myself I wasn’t going back. The last time I spent a week drinking wheatgrass juice and eating plates of sprouts sprinkled with seaweed I said I was satisfied. No need to return. I’d find some other way to cleanse my body and mind. But here I was. Back again. The chance to join
- [Nebraska Love](https://koenigdunne.com/nebraska-love/) - I’m glad John isn’t alive to see this. Devastation in three-fourths of our state’s 93 counties. Three people killed. Entire towns underwater. Breached levies and flooding rivers mix to form toxic pools. They say the damage in Nebraska is well over a billion dollars. That doesn’t begin to measure the loss. John loved Mother Earth.
- [It's Only Me](https://koenigdunne.com/its-only-me/) - “Why should I bother? No one is going to see it. It’s only me.” As I listened to my friend make his case for never making his bed, I immediately understood. Why rush to do the dishes when there’s no one but you and your pet rabbit to see it? Who cares if there are
- [](https://koenigdunne.com/intentionally-curious/) - Intentionally Curious Part 3: Co-Parenting Conversations I sat down at my table and took a few deep breaths to calm the nerves or nausea that toiled in my stomach. I already felt like crying and my former spouse hadn’t even arrived yet. Maybe I should send a text that I wasn’t feeling well and we
- [](https://koenigdunne.com/parents-with-patience/) - Parents with Patience Part 2: A Co-Parenting Conversation Series “Are you going to respond?” “Please respond.” “I am not going to bring Billy’s baseball shoes that he needs until you answer my question about the summer parenting dates in 5 months.” “I need a response.” “Are you too busy to be a good parent?” “I
- [Got Lucky](https://koenigdunne.com/got-lucky/) - The longer I live the luckier I get. My working parents didn’t know a lot of prosperity. Sleeping on a bed in the dining room, receiving powdered milk from the government, and learning how to transfer buses were a part of my growing up. I got lucky that for the rest of my life I
- [](https://koenigdunne.com/time-to-talk/) - Time to Talk Part 1: A Co-Parenting Conversation Series I can’t remember ever having felt nervous with my former spouse. Maybe twenty years ago when we met on April 1, 1999. For my last year of law school, my sister and I moved into a quaint duplex near the state capitol. He was the boy
- [Endless Winter](https://koenigdunne.com/endless-winter/) - Searching for hope, I checked my weather app. With the month of March a day away, I was certain I’d see some good news. Our Midwestern winter seems endless. The average temperature for the past week is typically 42, but instead is was mostly 4s and 2s, sometimes below zero. The first heavy snow of
- [Wednesday Women](https://koenigdunne.com/wednesday-women/) - On an ordinary winter Wednesday each woman revealed her fear. Keeping them up at night in three different states across the country were uncannily consistent concerns throughout the course of the day. Each was well-educated, bright, and hardworking. All were achievers in professional careers---one running a financial institution, one running a law firm, one running
- [Perspective Appreciation](https://koenigdunne.com/perspective-appreciation/) - There was seriousness about them that I understood. Each was their own boss, and their boss had high expectations. Do excellent work. Take good care of your clients. Make money. And don’t work too much. This small group of established solo lawyers each made a commitment to spend a year together looking at their law
- [In Love](https://koenigdunne.com/in-love-2/) - In light of Valentine’s Day, I thought I would re-post my blog from 2014 about dating after divorce (not during divorce, after divorce). I sat in my pajamas, clutching a fistful of candy conversation hearts, I filled out an online dating profile. I also signed up for speed dating at the library on Valentine’s Day
- [Our Mother of Perpetual Hope](https://koenigdunne.com/our-mother-of-perpetual-hope/) - “I’d like to go with,” I say. “Don’t you have something on Saturday?” “Just another funeral,” I say, stifling a small nervous laugh. Five funerals in six weeks is a record in my world. For the first time I grasp a glimmer of what it must have been like for my brother Tim during the
- [Winter Warmup](https://koenigdunne.com/winter-warmup/) - As a coach, I love to see people excited and inspired to launch into their goals for the year ahead. Getting back to the gym, planning their vacation to the lake, or signing up for that budgeting 101 class. But even with the promise of a new year, many of us find it hard to
- [Knowing Nana](https://koenigdunne.com/knowing-nana/) - They messaged with only a moment’s notice – the pair who served as my in-lawed parents for a decade. They were in town for their annual Christmas break week with my girls - their grandchildren. My daughters wanted to show them our new home and without thinking about the state of my living room a
- [How to Melt Ice](https://koenigdunne.com/how-to-melt-ice/) - As a Sunday ice storm moved into the city, my co-workers made plans to enjoy the closing of the office to turn the weekend from two days to three. My exuberance for a winter snow day, however, was nowhere to be found. Dangerous roads put the kibosh on brunch plans with friends. A remodel project
- [Resisting Relaxing](https://koenigdunne.com/resisting-relaxing/) - I believe in the rule of three. When I hear something three times, I pay attention. “Relax” said my friend, watching my analysis of the political happenings of the day, my voice speeding up as though to catch my waving arms. “Relax” said my instructor at my Tuesday night belly dance lesson as my mind
- [Expectations or Expectancy](https://koenigdunne.com/expectations-or-expectancy/) - Expectations have set me up for more than a little suffering in life. This week I decided to give expectancy of good a try instead. When I predict things will go badly, expectations leave me feeling blue in anticipation. When I predict events will unfold precisely as I’d planned, expectations inevitably leave me feeling disappointed.
- [Why Wait](https://koenigdunne.com/why-wait/) - “I just want it over,” he said. I remember he’d been insistent he get the earliest available appointment. When asked whether he had been referred to a specific attorney he said, “Yes. But just get me in. I need someone now.” There were no allegations of intimate partner abuse, of bank accounts being emptied or
- [Beautiful Still](https://koenigdunne.com/beautiful-still/) - By the time I was sixteen I knew I was a one man woman. I fell in love with the long-haired guitar playing hippie and remained madly so until I was half way through college. A serial monogamist, I love being coupled. Being coupled means an ever present partner for the small joys that fill
- [Lucky Us](https://koenigdunne.com/lucky-us/) - I remember the instantaneous excitement I felt when the girls came home from school and enthusiastically reported that Anna got a part in the play. As someone who did my own share of performances in junior high and high school, I was thrilled to see her so excited to experience the unique kind of magic
- [Spring Reminder](https://koenigdunne.com/spring-reminder/) - Each year I send a photo of my first spotting of a spring flower to my longtime friend, Melodee, in Anchorage. She sends me back a picture of her snow covered driveway. It is a pause to appreciate the perpetual power of the seasons. Every year the crocus counsels me on the inevitability of spring.
- [I Resolve](https://koenigdunne.com/i-resolve/) - I pull out the well-worn writing notebook I keep in my bedside table. It is in these pages that I find notes from throughout the years, written visions I prepare at the end of one year – forecasting what I would most like to see in the next, and a summary of accomplishments, failures, and
- [Home for the Holidays](https://koenigdunne.com/home-for-the-holidays/) - The biscotti baked, the bows on the boxes, and the Christmas brunch menu planned, I was happy as I awaited the one time a year when my sons return home from opposite coasts. My joy evaporated when one of my homeward bound boys got stuck in an airport over a thousand miles away. There were
- [The Stocking](https://koenigdunne.com/the-stocking/) - I have pulled it out of the red and green-topped box each year since my divorce. The sole stocking left among my divorce residue - a reminder of my divided family. It is the stocking purchased when the dream of my future family was thriving. I bought four stockings together, perhaps foolishly, during the pregnancy
- [Peaceful Place](https://koenigdunne.com/peaceful-place/) - “Do you have plans for the holidays?” she asked, breaking the ice at the business lunch. “We’re traveling to Boston.” “We like to keep it relaxed.” “We’ll enjoy a lot of traditions.” “I’m hosting my family.” Spanning over 20 years in age, each was a divorced mom with children. Two married anew, one who remained
- [Transitioning Traditions](https://koenigdunne.com/transitioning-tradtions/) - It was quiet Thanksgiving morning. My kitchen was void of the warmth and scent of stuffing and turkey cooking in the oven. I trudged down the stairs to get the super- ad-stuffed newspaper to peruse while watching the parade. This, the first time it felt like a chore. I felt off - cranky, sad, and
- [Have To or Get to](https://koenigdunne.com/have-to-or-get-to/) - It’s arrived. The time when I shift the focus of my attention from my big goals of the year to my most treasured season. In the weeks ahead I get to fulfill my intention to be a gracious hostess for my family and friends. My tacky but treasured turkey napkin holders will accompany my china
- [Having Heartbreak](https://koenigdunne.com/having-heartbreak/) - I started to feel a sickness in my stomach. My eyes welled without warning. In mere seconds I felt myself feeling sluggish and exhausted. Sadness was sinking in. I wanted to stop time – change it even. I felt desperate in my disbelief. I was watching the election results unfold. For me, my candidate was
- [Dime a Dozen](https://koenigdunne.com/dime-a-dozen/) - “Women like you are a dime a dozen.” I feigned a blank look as I hesitated. The words were spoken matter-of-factly, with a hint of compassion. My friend went on to explain. “I mean, look at the statistics. Single women your age outnumber single men 3 to 1. Not to mention men are only interested
- [The Gift](https://koenigdunne.com/the-gift/) - I had just finished stringing cupcake liners on a piece of yarn to serve as party decorations for my daughter’s 10th birthday. The “Cupcake Wars” birthday extravaganza preparation was nearly complete. I now needed to wrap her birthday gifts in the fun cupcake wrapping paper I found on a fluke. Wrapping gifts is my favorite
- [Part 3: Never Enough](https://koenigdunne.com/part-3-never-enough/) - During days of hiking in the wilderness with her son, Susan made discoveries about her child, her former spouse, and the challenges of any great journey. She reflects on her lessons in this three part series. I go for months without seeing my children. One in New York, one in California, me in the middle
- [Part 2: Not the Only One](https://koenigdunne.com/part-2-not-the-only-one/) - During days of hiking in the wilderness with her son, Susan made discoveries about her child, herself, and the challenges of any great journey. She reflects on her lessons in this three part series. By the afternoon of the second day on the John Muir Trail we had hiked with our packs to over 11,000
- [Part 1: A Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins with….a Plan](https://koenigdunne.com/part-1-a-journey-of-a-thousand-miles-begins-witha-plan/) - During days of hiking in the wilderness with her son, Susan made discoveries about her child, herself, and the challenges of any great journey. She reflects on her lessons in this three part series. It began with a conversation near Christmas. When my children are home for the holidays, this coach mom loves to talk
- [September Sorrow](https://koenigdunne.com/september-sorrow/) - I refolded my mascara smeared and soaked handkerchief. The melodic poetry. The organ music. The stories of love. The funeral of my friend was beautiful. From weddings to funerals, sacred rituals bind us to our past. They remind us of our connectedness, of our shared joys and the shared heartbreak that no human escapes. Weddings
- [Bitter and Sweet: A Tribute to my Sophia](https://koenigdunne.com/bitter-and-sweet-a-tribute-to-my-sophia/) - She arrived at 2:55 p.m. on September 7th ten full years ago. She charged into this world amid a flurry of frantic activity as my labor suddenly went into overdrive and I dilated from 7 to 10 centimeters in mere minutes. 3 pushes later she took her first breath: My Sophia Grace. Oh how bittersweet
- [Former Family Feelings](https://koenigdunne.com/former-family-feelings/) - I approached my former husband amidst the room of the grieving. Momentarily disoriented by his polite reach to shake my hand, I leaned forward with an insistent and brief but sincere hug. “My dad always really liked you,” he said, forcing that smile I remember from our married years when he tried to look on
- [The Sprint](https://koenigdunne.com/the-sprint/) - I saw him as I rounded the corner on the way to my car. He was near sprinting in his suit. “Did Anna go in already?” he asked. “I don’t think so,” I replied as I looked over my shoulder to check and saw the last of her classmates enter the wide front doors. It
- [I am a Firewalker... Really](https://koenigdunne.com/i-am-a-firewalker-really/) - Within a matter of hours, I would take a step I once thought impossible. The master firewalker was about to prepare me and a roomful of other courageous and anxious souls to walk across a bed of hot coals on our bare feet. “What are the fears that have held you back?” She asked. Now
- [Dreams Undone](https://koenigdunne.com/dreams-undone/) - You have seen her: The gymnast precariously perched on the balance beam curling her toes trying hard to stay upright on the beam seconds before she slips off. You have seen him: The gold medalist Olympian returning to defend his record only to fall into seventh place during the final seconds. The Olympics, for the
- [Waking Up About Sleep](https://koenigdunne.com/waking-up-about-sleep/) - When I was a girl, I’d sometimes go to bed in my clothes just so I wouldn’t waste any time getting a start on the next day. For much of my life, a shortage of sleep silently signified I was half as hardworking as my German mother of eight. As a young mom of two
- [I Never Knew](https://koenigdunne.com/i-never-knew/) - Six words. Six words was the project assigned to my 6th grade daughter at the end of the school year. She was tasked with writing a six-word memoir of her life. She completed the assignment and wrote: “I never knew they were unhappy.” I could think of a couple six word statements that I may
- [Remembering Angel](https://koenigdunne.com/remembering-angel/) - She carefully leaned into the microphone, her voice vulnerable with anticipation. Separated from her siblings, in and out of countless schools, she shared how she was packed up without warning and taken to a stranger’s house. How the second home, the one that followed the emergency one, was not a refuge but a haven for
- [The Truth](https://koenigdunne.com/the-truth/) - She is tough as nails. Oftentimes she is in my office wearing a leather jacket and when talking her deep voice reveals a sharp wit and quick intellect. She has short stylish spiked hair. I assume that she intimidates a large percentage of people who cross her path. As I prepared her for what her
- [Ashamed](https://koenigdunne.com/ashamed/) - Shame washed over me as quickly as my thought arrived, disturbing my relaxing read of the morning paper. The headline that Elizabeth Gilbert was getting divorced struck me with a sudden dash of vindication. The award winning author was separating from the man whom her million plus readers of Eat, Pray, Love knew as Felipe.
- [Pride](https://koenigdunne.com/pride/) - Rainbow covered and smiling they weaved their way through booths and paused on this day to celebrate Pride. They came young and old, dark and light, coupled and solo, and all with the aim of inclusivity. Parents came to support their gay children, couples came to announce their new marital status after having been together
- [Orlando on My Heart](https://koenigdunne.com/orlando-on-my-heart/) - I awoke in paradise but the news was a nightmare. As the waves crashed against the shore outside my window and the children slept, I read the reports of the Saturday night slaughter of 49 in an Orlando gay night club. Together for the first time since Christmas, my two sons, my stepdaughter and I
- [Vacation Vulnerability](https://koenigdunne.com/vacation-vulnerability/) - There they were – their hair whipping around them and their laughter intensifying with the bump of every new wave as we soared across Table Rock Lake. Water sprayed up into our faces serving as a brief respite from the 90+ degree heat bearing down on us. We didn’t care about our messy tangled hair,
- [Money Secrets](https://koenigdunne.com/money-secrets/) - As a young wife many years ago, my husband was suspicious about my spending. In an effort to defend, I began reporting my use of cash. Throughout each month I recorded my daily purchases on a small tablet: 5/3 Lipstick $2
- [Memory Keeper](https://koenigdunne.com/memory-keeper/) - I felt a little embarrassed when the movers asked where the box with the wedding dress should be placed. And then even more embarrassed when my landlord went to replace the carpet in the basement before I had fully moved out and had to move a small pile of belongings from the basement to the
- [The Possibility of Improv](https://koenigdunne.com/the-possibility-of-improv/) - Milling about were mostly millennial men half my age or maybe a third. When I signed up, I didn’t remember why people ask friends to take classes with them. It’s to not feel silly showing up at a beginner improv workshop at the local comedy club on a Sunday morning. Once a straight A student,
- [Moving On](https://koenigdunne.com/moving-on/) - (My daughters and me on the eve of our recent move) There has been a pit in my stomach for over a week now brought on by one of those inevitable changes in life – moving from one house to another. While excitement may surface in the ebb and flow of change, for me, those
- [Ending Love](https://koenigdunne.com/ending-love/) - Things end. Some endings bring relief. Some leave us lost. I feel relief at endings like time in the dentist’s chair, a successful surgery for my sister, or a flight taking me home to Omaha. I feel lost when relationships with those I love end because so much of who I am is connected to
- [Bad Mom](https://koenigdunne.com/bad-mom/) - (This photo was taken a week before my divorce was final) I was crying so hard that the hair above my ears was soon soaked as I lay on the table. In what felt like a desperate act, the month before my divorce was final, I went to see an intuitive, Sue, to help me
- [Just Breathe](https://koenigdunne.com/just-breathe/) - My breath has been taken away by the long anticipated kiss and by the excruciatingly true critique of my work. It evaporated both at the realization of betrayal by a lover and at my first sight of Lake Cuomo as the train rounded the bend in the Italian Alps. Despite leaving me on occasion, I
- [At My End](https://koenigdunne.com/at-my-end/) - Martin was blown away by Gina’s exuberance when they met on campus for the first time. Her smile and boundless evoked enough courage in him to invite her to a baseball game 9 years and three children ago. On this sunny April afternoon, Martin, an easy going and patient man, quietly explained to his attorney
- [Updated Status: Loved](https://koenigdunne.com/updated-status-loved/) - It’s tax time. Time for the annual review of my status. Time to once again remember that I am not married. There are a lot of boxes to check in life. At my doctor’s office. On my Facebook page. For my financial advisor. After ruling out the “Married” option and while choosing from among “Divorced,”
- [Of Mice and Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/of-mice-and-divorce/) - “We have to ask our client if she has 100 mice in her house.” My paralegal, Lori, said matter-of-factly as my mouth dropped open a bit, “What?” I uttered in my normal you-have-to-be-kidding-me voice. “Opposing counsel called today and was informed by her client (the soon to be ex-spouse of our client) that their six
- [Storytime](https://koenigdunne.com/storytime/) - It was astonishing. Two white girls each born into large Catholic families in the Midwest in the middle of the 1950s. Both bright, each college educated, married, with children. But such different stories. Two weeks after the first girl was born her mother went back to waiting tables to support the five children, and the
- [The Lucky Ones](https://koenigdunne.com/the-lucky-ones/) - “I am lucky my parents are divorced.” This statement uttered from the mouth of my nine year old at dinner the other day. A classmate had confided in her that her parents fight all the time and this classmate’s dad asked her what she thought if her parents got divorced. She went to Sophia to
- [Sunny Detox](https://koenigdunne.com/sunny-detox/) - My head encased in a flurry of bright yellow yarn and wearing a giant yellow dress retrieved from the prop box, I stepped onto the platform as the emcee for talent night. As “Sunny”, I held the toy microphone and appeared a cross between adorable and absurd. Unable to discern any talent of my own,
- [A Stranger Scenario](https://koenigdunne.com/a-stranger-scenario/) - “Whatever, Mom!” and up went her eyes rolling into her forehead. My hands gripped the steering wheel a little tighter as I forced myself to focus on keeping my Irish temper at bay. My eleven-going-on-twenty-seven-year-old daughter, Anna, had just disclosed to me that she had, let’s say, not been as helpful when a teacher asked
- [Trek Up the Tower](https://koenigdunne.com/trek-up-the-tower/) - I was sweating. I clung to the handrail, lugging each leg up the next step. My head down, my chest heaving as I struggled to breathe, I heard someone shout “Only 7 more flights!” I wanted to cry. In the midst of an exuberant office holiday party I had I declared “I’m in” with more
- [Fully Flushed](https://koenigdunne.com/fully-flushed/) - Do you seek the feeling of pure, unadulterated accomplishment? I discovered the secret a weekend or so ago and here is the step-by-step guide: 1. Have a broken toilet that will not flush. 2. Google and watch approximately five videos of guys in garages telling you how you can fix anything (you can do it!).
- [Enthusiastic Expectations](https://koenigdunne.com/enthusiastic-expectations/) - I had felt safe in the expectation that the reservation he made at our favorite Indian restaurant in the Old Market signaled a sweet night ahead. Sitting opposite one another in the booth, a small candle flittered as we beamed at one another across the linen table cloth. He reached to retrieve a small rectangular
- [Angel Oak](https://koenigdunne.com/angel-oak/) - We crossed over cobblestone sidewalks on King Street, arm in arm, with warm chocolate covered praline samples melting in our mouths. We toasted our near thirty years of friendship over dinners of seafood, grits, and fried green tomatoes. We marveled at Rainbow Row and smooshed up against each other in a horse drawn carriage traveling
- [Retreat. Reflect. Remember.](https://koenigdunne.com/retreat-reflect-remember/) - The wind pulled the cold temperature to single digits as the gray sky stared down at the brown patches of dirt amidst the snow. Looking out the window, I saw a few determined leaves cling to their branches as they whipped back and forth. It was the first evening of my solo retreat, and the
- [Courtroom Care](https://koenigdunne.com/courtroom-care/) - I could feel it before I could see it. I knew immediately that something was off. I walked down the courthouse corridor, unaware at first that I was walking directly down the battle line. I spotted my client and his family nervously waiting for me. I did not recognize, because they were strangers to me,
- [New Year Anew](https://koenigdunne.com/new-year-anew/) - Photo by: Larry Ferguson The first text arrived at 3:16 on Saturday afternoon. “Explosion at M’s today. It’s on fire.” Despite my usual disdain for 24 hour news, I obsessively checked all available sources around the clock for details in every update on the destruction. All the building glass blown out. Flames shooting
- [New Year, New You, Not Really](https://koenigdunne.com/new-year-new-you-not-really/) - Two weeks before the new year: Everything is dusty. Everything. Even my paperclips. There is a constant clamoring of hammers, drills, and ladders scraping across the floors in the office. My office belongings are packed up in boxes all around me. My email has been disastrously down for an entire week right before Christmas when
- [Mom's Christmas Wish](https://koenigdunne.com/moms-christmas-wish/) - Two grown men perform kung fu kicks in my kitchen as I stand at the stove in my Christmas apron sautéing tilapia, kale and red onion for their lunch. My sons are home for the holidays. With one child on the east coast and one on the west, this time of year is golden for
- [O Christmas Tree](https://koenigdunne.com/o-christmas-tree/) - We set off on what I declared to be a great family adventure. We were going to romantically tromp through a tree farm and cut down our own magical Christmas tree. And we did… sort of. In reality, the trees were pre-cut and Anna sighed at the lack of snow on the ground. We tried
- [Misplaced Milestone Meanings](https://koenigdunne.com/misplace-milestone-meanings/) - They laughed when I said they could sing “Happy Birthday” to me. They must have thought I was joking. Maybe a mature milestone meant I should be over such childish wishes. I wasn’t. I attach meaning to the ritual of a verse sung by voices of those I love, and it made my heart glad
- [Finding Fairness](https://koenigdunne.com/finding-fairness/) - She stared out the passenger window of my car with a steady stream of tears trailing down her cheeks. I gripped the steering wheel to steady myself wishing for any way to make this bearable for her. It was two days before Thanksgiving and I was driving Lori, my paralegal of 15 years, to the
- [Holy Tribe](https://koenigdunne.com/holy-tribe/) - As I knelt near the edge of the pew, angelic voices of small children singing alleluia mingled with the faint yet familiar aroma of incense filling the cavernous cathedral of St. Cecilia. I looked down, my hands folded in prayer, as row after row of the faithful in front of me, beside me, and behind
- [Inside Out](https://koenigdunne.com/inside-out/) - My girls thought it a stroke of genius when deciding that we should create costumes to portray that cast of Disney’s “Inside Out” for Halloween. My dad and I are always up for a good costume and readily agreed to be part of the plot. We stayed in character for the better part of two
- [Spooked by the Specter](https://koenigdunne.com/spooked-by-the-specter/) - This Halloween marks a mere 40 days until my next milestone birthday. Moses fasted during his 40 days, but not I, no matter how fit I hope to look in my birthday party dress. I will, however, have a deluxe facial (an early birthday gift from a bosom pal) from the esthetician who enthusiastically declared
- [Evidence of Eggshells](https://koenigdunne.com/evidence-of-eggshells/) - They walk on the most fragile of eggshells. One uneasily shifted in her seat before pushing up her sleeves - revealing the black and blue polka dots on her upper arms. Another whispered to me with her eyes cast downward that she slept with a hammer underneath her pillow. And another told me of the
- [Surviving Salsa](https://koenigdunne.com/surviving-salsa/) - People have two fears, he claimed at the start of the class. Fear of public speaking and fear of dancing. I’m comfortable at a podium in front of hundreds of people. But I was scared of my salsa lesson. My anxiety soared when the statuesque Svetlana made her entrance onto the dance floor with her
- [Following Orders](https://koenigdunne.com/following-orders/) - “I don’t want to go,” she said imploringly with her big brown eyes starting to fill with the flicker of tears. “Can’t you tell him that I can stay with you? Please Mom? I want to be with you.” “No. I can’t. That isn’t how it works,” was my stoic reply. This was not
- [To Tell the Truth](https://koenigdunne.com/to-tell-the-truth/) - I lied more than a little during my marriage. I lied that everything was okay. I lied by accepting words of denigration and acts of humiliation. I lied because I lacked the courage to tell the truth. To tell the truth meant that I would be giving up on my wedding vows. And as anyone
- [Pacing the Path](https://koenigdunne.com/pacing-the-path/) - This past weekend I tromped through the apple orchard with my family, celebrating the changing of the seasons. The soft breeze carried the sweet scent of ripe apples in the air right below the bulging branches. As my girls and their cousins raced off to the corn maze, I lazily followed and lay down
- [The Risk of the Rush](https://koenigdunne.com/the-risk-of-the-rush/) - After the doctor examined me he handed me a list of recommendations. At the top list were three simple words: Do not rush. It was an appropriate prescription. My driving record revealed I’d had more than one speeding ticket in the same year. I completed college in three years. I opted for the “Fast Track”
- [Integrity Intact](https://koenigdunne.com/integrity-intact/) - Two weeks ago I made a room full of a thousand people laugh when accepting the Better Business Bureau Integrity Award by acknowledging the societal irony of a divorce firm winning an integrity award. Laughter and jokes aside, integrity is the single-most factor that has supported my sustained career as a divorce lawyer. But more
- [Heartache Pass](https://koenigdunne.com/heartache-pass/) - This is my charmed life. My Saturday started with a delightful invitation from a law school classmate to pick wild flowers on his acreage. Armed with my best shears, I gleefully celebrated the humble goldenrod as our state flower while filling my bucket to the brim. As I leaned in for the Black Eyed Susans,
- [Defensive](https://koenigdunne.com/defensive/) - A year ago this month I made a mistake that I still feel embarrassed about today. When my former spouse asked about his new wife coming to the annual Meet the Teachers night a couple of days before school started, I retorted that I did not think that appropriate. In my view, Meet the Teachers
- [Grand Essentials](https://koenigdunne.com/grand-essentials/) - When my world was turned upside down, it was hard for me to find my happiness. It was hard to find because it wasn’t where it used to be. When I was married, my happiness perched in many places. It was on our patio on a Tuesday night when soccer practice was cancelled and a
- [Revelation Reality](https://koenigdunne.com/revelation-reality/) - “Mom?” I turned around and saw the sick look on my almost nine-year olds face. “Max is in the bag.” We were packing for a trip to the pool and I grabbed an old bag out of my closet, tossed it on the bed, and absent-mindedly told her to put the towels in it. Max
- [Vacation Vex](https://koenigdunne.com/vacation-vex/) - The lump in my throat hardens as I watch them walk away. They are walking away into vacation for two weeks without me. I resist the overwhelming urge to run after them, to buy a plane ticket to join them, to start sobbing in front of strangers. I pretend not to count the minutes they
- [Sweet Forgiveness](https://koenigdunne.com/sweet-forgiveness/) - This month would have marked my 35th wedding anniversary to my children’s father. On a hot July afternoon, I dressed in lace, ruffles, and pearl buttons to say “I do” in his grandma’s back yard. We committed until death. We lasted a little more than a decade. In the years since our divorce, I’ve felt
- [Rocky Road Recovery](https://koenigdunne.com/rocky-road-recovery/) - I remember feeling sluggish. I remember having a hard time getting out of bed in the morning. I remember when brushing my teeth at the end of the day felt like a chore. I remember the year I got divorced and all of the lethargy that went with it. And notwithstanding the constant feeling that
- [Damaged Goods](https://koenigdunne.com/damaged-goods/) - “You’re a divorce lawyer?” he asked with some mixture of mild surprise or delight that I couldn’t discern. “I just called one last month.” He had only been married for three years but had been planning his separation for some time. “She’s mean,” he repeated three times during our flight from D.C. to Chicago. We
- [Love Wins: A Divorce Lawyer’s Advice to Sustaining the Win](https://koenigdunne.com/love-wins-a-divorce-lawyers-advice-to-sustaining-the-win/) - I remember a June day 14 years ago. I was tucked behind the enormous old wooden doors at St. John’s Church, waiting in white to walk down the aisle. My heart was swelled up just like the tears in my eyes. I was heading toward my future as a wife and it never once occurred
- [Let's Talk About Sex](https://koenigdunne.com/lets-talk-about-sex/) - My first sex talk was not with my mother. It was with a priest. I arrived at the century old rectory with my anxiety and spiritual struggle in hand. Despite my years of Catholic education, confession, and communion, I had difficulty with the notion that sex outside of marriage was a sin. I simply couldn’t
- [Disneyland Dad](https://koenigdunne.com/disneyland-dad/) - I have a confession… I have a Disneyland Dad. I have a dad who is not called Grandpa by my girls, but Funpa. I have a dad who takes my girls bowling and to Funplex and makes adventure out of everything. I have a dad who introduced my girls to mochas and minions. In every
- [Grit or Quit?](https://koenigdunne.com/grit-or-quit/) - It just didn’t occur to me that I could quit my marriage. Not because of my elementary school education at St. Frances Cabrini Church or because I couldn’t make the mortgage payment. I really just didn’t consider it as a choice. I was so ingrained with the gift of grit I never looked at
- [Renovation Reality](https://koenigdunne.com/renovation-reality/) - I am not sure what I was thinking, or if I was thinking, when I committed to buy a 121 year old building to renovate top to bottom. My law partner and I identified a physical space challenge as our firm continues to grow. The answer was easy – expand our physical space. So the
- [Didn't Know](https://koenigdunne.com/didnt-know/) - I didn’t bother correcting him when he mentioned that we were married for 12 years. After all, it had been 35 years since we met and fell in love. I didn’t feel the need to make him wrong for being off by a year. Here we were together again. My children’s father and I had
- [Stage Fright](https://koenigdunne.com/stage-fright/) - She looked up at me with a look I was not accustomed to seeing from my spunky Sophia. My normally precocious and extroverted little girl held insecurity and worry in her big brown eyes. At the ripe age of 8, she was suddenly shy as those feelings of stage fright started to take hold as
- [Mom: A Tribute](https://koenigdunne.com/mom-a-tribute/) - I was 14 when I first felt my heart break. My one true love, Tommy, decided to move on as we left junior high for the greener pastures of high school. My stomach turned as I felt the upset of change, insecurity, and teenage despair wash over me. At a time when my mom regularly
- [Whew](https://koenigdunne.com/whew/) - Whew. I can breathe a sigh of relief. I wasn’t as bad of a mother as I sometimes thought. Don’t get me wrong. I was a good mom. Montessori, broccoli, and hugs. But my efforts at being the best mom I could be didn’t stop the thoughts that I should have spent more time with
- [Birthday Best](https://koenigdunne.com/birthday-best/) - There I am on April 23, 1982, turning 7 years old, swirling and twirling and basking in bubbles. Today I reach my fortieth milestone and I feel the same way about my birthday as I did back then. I would be just as happy today swirling around in a pretty pink party dress, laughing as
- [The Duty of Discomfort](https://koenigdunne.com/the-duty-of-discomfort/) - Have you ever been amazed when someone remembers a handful of words you once spoke in the distant past? Trina and I recently found ourselves catching up on each other’s lives. My Benjamin and her Ricky were classmates, soccer teammates, and playmates. Our sons had kept their friendship into adulthood, but it had been years
- [Divorce Dollars](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-dollars/) - My final year of law school I earned $6,200. My husband and I and our black lab Cardozo lived in an 800 square foot house. I rode my Honda scooter to class. Weekends were spent searching for finds at our favorite thrift stores. More than a decade later, my annual earnings as a full-time lawyer
- [March Madness](https://koenigdunne.com/march-madness/) - I am not, nor ever have been, a basketball player. The one or two seasons I donned a basketball uniform in junior high, I felt like I was an accomplished player if I fouled out of the game. Clearly, I didn’t have a clue what I was doing and I am not what people would
- [Brothers Balance](https://koenigdunne.com/brothers-balance/) - My children lost a lot due to my divorce. They lost dreams. They lost having one place to call home. They lost the luxury of not having to explain. Despite a good co-parenting relationship between their dad and me, the tears and rage that can accompany divorce did not escape my children. The phone call
- [Pit and Peak: A Week in the Life of Co-Parenting](https://koenigdunne.com/pit-and-peak-a-week-in-the-life-of-co-parenting/) - With 15+ years of being a divorce lawyer under my belt, I can say without hesitation that I am most often asked by my clients and people in general, about how I personally co-parent my children post-divorce. My former spouse and I share joint legal and physical custody of our school-age daughters and have for
- [Tears](https://koenigdunne.com/tears/) - My life hasn’t seen this many tears since my husband, John, died. In the last two weeks, I have witnessed those near me experience a historic court ruling, a death of a beloved, and the next step on the divorce journey. In just 14 days I have lifted champagne to my lips in three separate
- [DANGER: Dating During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/danger-dating-during-divorce/) - Some days as I sit behind my desk in my well-worn leather chair, I feel like a fancy version of Lucy from the Peanuts cartoon. Remember when she would hang her sign for “Psychiatric Help 5¢?” Oftentimes clients seek practical advice from me. Not so much the brilliant legal analysis that I am poised to
- [Freedom to Marry](https://koenigdunne.com/freedom-to-marry/) - Today our legal team will advocate in federal court on behalf of our client couples for the Freedom to Marry in Nebraska. This is a deeply meaningful day for me, for our clients, and for my firm family. I repost here the blog I wrote when we filed the lawsuit explaining why this work expands
- [Queen of Hearts](https://koenigdunne.com/queen-of-hearts/) - “The king is dead,” I blurted, staring straight ahead. The words leapt out of my mouth before I could see them, let alone catch them. It was three minutes past midnight. With a jeweled paper crown atop my head and sparkly Cinderella shoes on my feet, I sat alone at a table a few yards
- [Snow Day](https://koenigdunne.com/snow-day/) - This morning I awoke before the sun. The sky was somehow tinged pink, having discarded its usual black, to cast an illumination on the snow falling. Everything was still and quiet as the snow gave its salute to serenity. I sat still for the better part of an hour watching the snowflakes fall against the
- [Sad and Glad](https://koenigdunne.com/sad-and-glad/) - It was nearly 25 years since I was a visitor in their home. Wearing my brown silk vintage dress with a bouquet of calla lilies in hand, I anxiously rang the bell. The door opened and my former mother-in-law welcomed me in. Their new house was elegant. Soft yellow walls. Rich rugs. A lovely view
- [Pursuing Patience](https://koenigdunne.com/pursuing-patience/) - When I was born, my blood was spiked with a tad bit of Irish. I celebrate Irish lineage from both my dad’s Dunne side and my mom’s Griffin side. As a result, I have been known to have a short fuse. More specifically, the patience gene was apparently left out of my DNA. Now, I
- [Head, Heart, Guts](https://koenigdunne.com/head-heart-guts/) - Being an attorney with a strong analytical mind, I like to use my brain for decision-making. Making lists of “Pros and Cons.” Calculating risk. Assessing the upsides and downsides. I look at a number. A score. An amount. How much will this cost? How long will it take? When I am on a roll in
- [Divorce Monday](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-monday/) - The last two years I was married, I packed up the Christmas decorations into separate boxes – his and hers - anticipating that a divorce would occur that year. We had made it through the holidays, with too-high expectations dashed and me choking down the bitter resolve to take action in the upcoming year to
- [New Year View](https://koenigdunne.com/new-year-view/) - I felt silly thinking twice about what to wear to dinner at the home of my former husband. It has been over thirty years since the holiday season when Benjamin was our newborn baby. This year, Ben was on break from grad school at NYU and throwing a dinner party at his father’s. I was
- [Gifts](https://koenigdunne.com/gifts/) - I would have been about 13 years old the year Virginia Johnston taught me about gifts. You see, that Christmas Day in 1988, I was pouting in our family church pew. “Our” church pew was positioned to the right of the altar and two rows from the front – the pew right next to the
- [Christmastime Courage](https://koenigdunne.com/christmastime-courage/) - The holiday “To Do” list is long, but one by one the items get crossed off: Finish wrapping gifts Write checks for tips See divorce attorney Every December I am amazed by the courage of those who consult with a divorce attorney in the same month they decorate Christmas cookies. Holidays can
- [Having History](https://koenigdunne.com/having-history/) - I wrapped my arms wrapped around each of my daughters as they cozied up to me on the couch the other night while we admired our decorated Christmas tree. Our tree holds our history both pre and post divorce with the ornaments gathered from each of the years of my girls’ lives. We laugh as
- [Truth](https://koenigdunne.com/truth/) - Each December a series of tiny treasures arrive in my mailbox. A Cat Lovers Against the Bomb calendar. A refrigerator magnet from my favorite cinema. Return address labels with snowflakes. Gifts from good causes all hoping to receive a return gift from me. I love making lists, so the penguin and reindeer notepad was about
- [Randy, Tom, and Tim](https://koenigdunne.com/randy-tom-and-tim/) - I kept looking at their faces. Their beautiful smiles. Two handsome men near my age. Something tugged at me, made me want to draw closer to them. Then it hit me. They reminded me of my brother, Tim, who would have been about their age had he not died 20 years ago this week. It
- [Freedom to Marry](https://koenigdunne.com/freedom-to-marry-2/) - On Monday, November 17, 2014, our firm, along with the ACLU, will be filing a lawsuit in federal court seeking full marriage equality for all Nebraskans. In doing so, I hope to be a part of creating, for Nebraska, a legacy of fairness and a culture that supports loving and committed couples. Nebraska has a
- [Halloween Hints](https://koenigdunne.com/halloween-hints/) - When your 8 year old wants to sleep in her Elsa costume from endless exuberance for Halloween, it’s no wonder parents attach so much meaning to this happy holiday. For many it lands right up there with Thanksgiving and Christmas on the favorite scale. Halloween is a multibillion dollar industry as goblins fill our lawn,
- [Cruising](https://koenigdunne.com/cruising/) - This picture, taken of me about 10 days ago, reflects a rested, happy and healthy self. It was the last day of a 10 day cruise I took with my law partner to celebrate 15 years in practice together. I promise I am not going to focus this blog on the benefits of taking a
- [Divorce Direction](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-direction/) - I wasn’t afraid he would kill me. I wasn’t afraid I’d be homeless. I wasn’t afraid my family or church would shun me. Mostly divorce didn’t occur to me. Despite years of pursuing professional help on how to make an unhappy marriage happy, divorce never occurred to me until weeks before I filed. We fought,
- [Battered](https://koenigdunne.com/battered/) - The first time I saw a man punch a woman in the face, I was in high school, in the passenger seat of my boyfriend’s car, looking out the window at the bowling alley we were passing. I was shocked, horrified, and instantly felt sick to my stomach. Prior to that moment it had never
- [Marital Bliss](https://koenigdunne.com/marital-bliss/) - Susan and Angela are pleased to welcome back Guest Blogger Angela Lennon having just returned from her wedding and honeymoon to share her learnings on people’s capacity for compassion and celebration of others September 13, 2014, as the cliché goes, was the best day of my life. My wedding day. Last month, one hundred fifty
- [Empowering Pals](https://koenigdunne.com/empowering-pals/) - As the fifth of eight children growing up with an alcoholic father and a mother struggling to make ends meet, I concluded early in life that taking care of myself was mostly up to me. Thirty years later and in an unhealthy marriage I still clung to that childhood belief. As my marriage continued in
- [Transition Time](https://koenigdunne.com/transition-time/) - Every year I buy a new box of color crayons… for myself. The smell of the newly opened box takes me back to the stress-less days that were my childhood. The pointed colorful tips are potential waiting. I relish the back to school season. New teachers for the girls, the starting again of routine and
- [September 11th](https://koenigdunne.com/september-11th/) - ISIS seizing Iraq. Syria suffering under Assad. Putin shamelessly invading Ukraine. Michael Brown dead in Ferguson. Beheadings of beloved journalists. Ebola spreading like wildfire. The seemingly endless barrage of violent crises and human devastation around the world this summer has left me feeling an underlying sadness to all of the otherwise joyful events of a
- [Little Toes, Big Changes](https://koenigdunne.com/little-toes-big-changes/) - Susan and Angela are pleased to welcome their Legal Assistant, Christi Leupold, as Guest Blogger having just returned from maternity leave to provide perspective on the complexity of big life changes. I screamed. My plan was to have an epidural and not feel any of the labor. But my plan was thwarted when
- [Lessons Learned from a Divorce Lawyer: A Tribute to Steve Lustgarten](https://koenigdunne.com/lessons-learned-from-a-divorce-lawyer-a-tribute-to-steve-lustgarten/) - He looked me up and down and appraised my earnest eyes and zealous attitude. He no doubt knew it was masking my nerves. His polyester suit made me feel silly as I stood in my crisp new one and my shiny shoes. He wore his experience and I, my “lack of” was an understatement. With
- [Simple Survival](https://koenigdunne.com/simple-survival/) - Tim and I sat in back awaiting the arrival of the guests. It was a hot August afternoon. Just prior to our nephew’s wedding at St. Margaret Mary’s was not an ideal time to let the family know. In the cool, dark quiet I confided that I had filed for divorce the day before. My
- [Depressed](https://koenigdunne.com/depressed/) - This is a picture I took the day my divorce decree was signed. I was lying in bed feeling like I could stay there the rest of my life. What you can’t tell is that I am lying on a tear-soaked pillow. That morning, I could have sworn there were about three hundred pounds of
- [Red Flags](https://koenigdunne.com/red-flags/) - She told him not to open the wooden chest. What secret was inside such that she steered her young new husband away? Red flag. More than once she warned him not to snoop. When his curiosity got too great, he lifted the lid. Two certificates from prior marriages were inside. Laura had been married twice
- [The Catch](https://koenigdunne.com/the-catch/) - The air captures perfect stillness on the river bed. We pull up our waders and pull on our vests. We lace our boots and apply sunscreen to the few spots of exposed skin on our arms and noses. We lift our poles and head into the water. The sensation that surrounds my legs and waist
- [Reunion Realization](https://koenigdunne.com/reunion-realization/) - I ducked into the women’s room to take one more look in the mirror and one more deep breath. I can feel at home chatting up a large room of total strangers, but I felt surprisingly little enthusiasm when on the brink of joining this party which was already well underway. John and I were
- [Playing Fair](https://koenigdunne.com/playing-fair/) - I sometimes wonder if our clients realize just how much we relate to their frustration when the other player doesn’t follow the rules of the game. When you return Jackson and Emily at precisely at noon like the court order says while the other parent strolls in 45 minutes late without so much as a
- [Independence Day](https://koenigdunne.com/independence-day/) - Upon arriving to pick up my girls for a parenting exchange, there was Sophia successfully riding her bike without the training wheels. Her pride and joy peek out of this picture. I remember that feeling well – the flutter of a nervous stomach with the realization of upright and forward movement, the fear of falling,
- [Talk About Taboo](https://koenigdunne.com/talk-about-taboo/) - “In our house, we don’t do that.” “If you want to join us, that behavior is not tolerated.” “We don’t do that here.” Learning how to play in the sandbox, get invited to the party, or fit into a workplace culture. Each requires that we understand the rules. If we follow them, the group
- [Daddy’s Girl](https://koenigdunne.com/daddys-girl/) - I remember with specificity the types of things my dad taught me growing up: how to track mileage on a road trip, how to budget and save money, how to change the oil and filter in my car after rotating the tires, how to use the edger and weed whacker, how to color in circles
- [Let It Go](https://koenigdunne.com/let-it-go/) - “Let It Go” has been the theme song playing in my home nonstop since December 25th when my youngest received the soundtrack from Santa. As a result, I have found myself with more frequency using that as a response to more situations than I probably should. For those of you unfamiliar with the song, it
- [Comparison Control](https://koenigdunne.com/comparison-control/) - “It’s not fair!” wailed the ten year old, doubling over with the pain of it, tears welling up in pleading brown eyes. “Jimmy got a bigger cookie!” We’ve all seen it. The lament at the lack of justice. Suffering in the face of unfairness. We’ve all been it. Whether the words come out of our
- [Mom Guilt](https://koenigdunne.com/mom-guilt/) - I have a confession. I love my weekends without my girls. As I pressed the period to end that sentence, Mom Guilt wants to delete it. Mom Guilt starts asking questions like “Can you really admit that in public?” “Do you love your children?” “Do you think you are a good mom?” Then Mom Guilt
- [Permitting Parents](https://koenigdunne.com/permitting-parents/) - The quiet rain was soothing. I rolled over, pulled the covers up to my chin, and felt entitled to indulge myself on this Mother’s Day morning. When my phone announced a message, I sat up in happy anticipation and reached for my glasses. Hi Ben, just a gentle reminder that today is Mother’s Day. I
- [Remaking May Memories](https://koenigdunne.com/remaking-may-memories/) - May is a month of meaningful memories for me. Starting on the very first of May, I remember the days my children celebrated May Day by making tiny baskets to hang for neighbors in our tree lined block. They delighted to hang their surprise on the doorknob, ring the bell, and race away. As a
- [Self-Celebrate](https://koenigdunne.com/self-celebrate/) - On this eve of my birthday, I am filled with raw excitement. It is like Santa is approaching; only, not just for the night, but for the entire year to follow. There is something so supremely magical about honoring your milestone each and every year. I love my birthday because I take time to unabashedly
- [Moment by Moment](https://koenigdunne.com/moment-by-moment/) - Mary insisted I wait to enter her room until she put on her lipstick. Her arms were the diameter of the steel pole on which the IV hung. Her goal on the white board: “To get fat.” Her doctor insisted she be hospitalized after her weight dropped to a dangerously low level. She drove herself
- [Conscious Uncoupling](https://koenigdunne.com/conscious-uncoupling/) - My best friend’s daughter, Lela (age 6), recently outlined her criteria for a marriage partner: Do you cigarette? (smoke) Do you litter? Do you believe in God? At a young age, she has already determined there must be a conscious decision to choose a mate. She inherently understands the choice will be
- [The Graying of Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/the-graying-of-divorce/) - “Thirty-seven years!” the judge barked in disgust. “You’ve gotten along this long, why do you want to start all over now?” My client turned in his chair and looked at me, his eyes wide in panic. We had met in my office the week before to prepare for how events might unfold in the courtroom.
- [Feuding Over the Furry](https://koenigdunne.com/feuding-over-the-furry/) - I probably should not admit this publicly, or even privately, for that matter – but I kind of cannot wait to be a cat lady in a few decades. I love my cats, Oliver and Willie. My furry friends have been with me during my loneliest divorce days. When I return home on a dark
- [Expecting Spring](https://koenigdunne.com/expecting-spring/) - “I love March,” she asserted with enthusiasm. It was the day after St. Patrick’s Day and people were furiously filling out their brackets for March Madness. Despite having celebrated with an “Irish for a Day” temporary tattoo and sipping a Jameson on Monday, I muttered that March might be my most challenging month. When March
- [Parenting the Pout](https://koenigdunne.com/parenting-the-pout/) - I wish this pout had seemed sweet on December 28, 2012. I wish it had made me want to smile. But on December 28, 2012, my sweet Sophia wasn’t just pouting. She was throwing an all out tantrum. The cause of the tantrum? I was picking her up from her dad for my parenting time.
- [Giving Up](https://koenigdunne.com/giving-up/) - Give up. That’s what we do, right? People of divorce - we just give up. It may be what we are best at. Really? No. One of the worst inferences felt by divorced people is that we are people who give up. People who have not experienced divorce are little able to relate to the
- [Ring on my Finger](https://koenigdunne.com/ring-on-my-finger/) - “Is that vintage?” she asked a bit loudly, motioning to my left hand. In a room crowded with lawyers drinking wine and drumming up business, it was difficult to hear. I looked down at my ring. It shone amber on sunny days, but now the green peridot surprised me with the brilliance of its sparkle
- [Reminded Anew](https://koenigdunne.com/reminded-anew/) - His wide open eyes revealed his shell shock. In less than 24 hours he had learned that his mother had a medical crisis, was hospitalized, and now faced death. The single parent who worked two jobs to raise him and his sisters on her own. The piano teacher who instilled in him a love of
- [In Love](https://koenigdunne.com/in-love/) - In light of Valentine’s Day creeping up on us this week, I figured I would address dating after divorce (not during divorce, after divorce). So while I sat in my pajamas, clutching a fistful of candy conversation hearts, I filled out an online dating profile. I also signed up for speed dating at the library
- [Hold on to This](https://koenigdunne.com/hold-on-to-this/) - Knowing his death was just months away, John began to get rid of things. He tossed tattered manila folders from his file cabinet. He gave away books. He added clothes to the Goodwill box. I could struggle with letting go of a calendar from 1987, but if John held on to anything it was because
- [Being the Best](https://koenigdunne.com/being-the-best/) - This past November, our firm was voted “Best Divorce Attorney” in Omaha. Pinnacle moment right? Everyone strives to be the best. Be their best. Do your best. Being the best is one of our prime societal values. But what does it mean? Does it mean that my mom voted more times than any other person?
- [Putting Away the Past](https://koenigdunne.com/putting-away-the-past/) - Tim was dying of AIDS. When my younger brother spoke a bit of advice to his know-it-all prone sister, I listened. We were sitting on the sofa in the living room of the Tudor style home. Between two children in grade school and a busy law practice, taking down the holiday decorations was a low
- [Clutter Control](https://koenigdunne.com/clutter-control/) - I lost it. I mean, I actually lost it. Over Christmas, I lost gifts for my Dad that I had purchased months prior. I then lost the family calendar I created after compiling photos and working on the project all year. I ordered it, it arrived, I loved it and now I can’t find it.
- [New Year, New Do](https://koenigdunne.com/new-year-new-do/) - If you woke up this morning bursting with enthusiasm about the year ahead and joyously recounting last night’s midnight champagne toast, congratulations. If you woke up this morning alone in your bed with the remote your only companion and potato chip crumbs pressed between your face and the pillow, congratulations. You see how you do
- [Magic in Moments](https://koenigdunne.com/magic-in-moments/) - Look at her long legs stretched all the way to the floor. Look at her outfit compared to her younger sister’s – the fancy dress dismissed for a fashion statement. Look at this girl near 10 years old, with the knowledge behind those grown up glasses that she is now sitting on a stranger’s lap,
- [Merry Memories](https://koenigdunne.com/merry-memories/) - My father died on Christmas day. This Christmas, like the one thirty years ago, I will host my family in my cozy home with candles burning and my tree gloriously trimmed. Unlike that year, my nursing newborn is now the 30 year old flying home from New York before he heads off to India. My
- [Illumination](https://koenigdunne.com/illumination/) - One of my favorite nights of the year fell on this Sunday past. The second Sunday in December, each year, my former neighborhood lines it’s streets with white paper bags filled with a candle that burns throughout the night. Each year the neighborhood is filled with a serene peace and beauty. Perhaps that is the
- [In Memory of Todd Elsbernd](https://koenigdunne.com/in-memory-of-todd-elsbernd/) - A 52 year old father of three was shot in the back with a high velocity rifle in the parking lot near his downtown office at 6:31 p.m. on a Wednesday. He was a divorce lawyer, and the shooter was his former client. Nancy Petersen filed for divorce from her husband, Michael, in 2002. There
- [Bittersweet Thanksgiving](https://koenigdunne.com/bittersweet-thanksgiving/) - The bittersweet in my kitchen window seems appropriate. The view of the November sky though the elegantly arched window of my newly remodeled kitchen brings that familiar feel of the holiday mix of emotions of a person whose family has changed. My sons won’t be with me on Thanksgiving as I proudly carry my perfectly
- [Dealing with Disappointment](https://koenigdunne.com/dealing-with-disappointment/) - I should have crossed the finish line to my first half marathon a month ago. I should have felt the weighted medal around my neck signifying a giant goal met. Prior to April of 2013, with perhaps the exception of having been chased by a dog, I was never a runner. It was in March
- [Litigation Vacation](https://koenigdunne.com/litigation-vacation/) - “I need a vacation.” Have you ever uttered these words? If we’re worn out, stressed out, or burned out, we need a break. Going through a divorce is a big job. It demands hard work. Your time, money, thoughts, and conversations center on your divorce. Your divorce can feel all consuming and never ending. If
- [Making the Grade](https://koenigdunne.com/making-the-grade/) - The school called. Immediately the sinking feeling hit my stomach. Would I be able to rearrange my afternoon to leave work if one of the girls was sick? Did one of them have an incident at school? Do I have time to take on one more volunteer project? Like rapid fire these questions hit before
- [Under that Mask](https://koenigdunne.com/under-that-mask/) - Did you ever spend a Friday evening at the symphony when your pick was watching the game at the sports bar? Go to the 3 year old’s neice’s birthday party when you just wanted to take a nap? Spend the weekend camping instead of enjoying a movie marathon on the sofa? Marriage is made of
- [Happy 100!](https://koenigdunne.com/happy-100/) - In honor of our 100th blog post I asked my team to tell me what they love about being part of a divorce team and working with our clients. Our 100 learnings and reasons can best be captured in our top ten list that we believe and benefit from to the 10th degree: 1. Solutions.
- [Fun Size Fun](https://koenigdunne.com/fun-size-fun/) - “How have you been?” I asked with a sincere smile as we waited in line to enter the bar association meeting room. He looked down and hesitated. “Good. I’ve been good, “ he replied, appearing a little anxious. “I ask because I know how hard you work,” I said. This observation was easy to make
- [Taking Stock](https://koenigdunne.com/taking-stock/) - “I don’t know what to do.” “I don’t know what I want.” “I am not sure.” “I don’t know if I will regret this decision.” “What would you do?” “What if I make the wrong decision, can I change it later?” I am asked any variety of these questions from clients on a weekly basis.
- [The First Year](https://koenigdunne.com/the-first-year/) - Susan and Angela are pleased to welcome their fellow attorney, Angela Terry, as Guest Blogger to reflect on her first year as a practicing attorney. This week marks my one year anniversary as a practicing attorney. This time last year, I was celebrating being sworn in by the Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court
- [This is war, and in war the only crime is to lose.](https://koenigdunne.com/rules-are-for-children/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [September Celebration](https://koenigdunne.com/september-celebration/) - I leaned over to my client and whispered, “If I leave the courtroom suddenly, it’s because I’m in labor.” She was the mother of three, so I knew she would understand. Earlier that morning my body gave clear signs that “this was the day” I would give birth to my first child. My client had
- [Let the Evidence Show...](https://koenigdunne.com/let-the-evidence-show/) - I promise you the following story has not been embellished. The judge awarded him the residence. His soon-to-be ex-spouse was ordered out. When he arrived at the house, this is what he found: Raw meat rotting in the oven Weeks of garbage left stinking in the garage
- [Preparing for Disaster](https://koenigdunne.com/preparing-for-disaster/) - As I sat at my desk wearing my navy blue uniform over my pressed white blouse, the alarm sounded in my third grade classroom. We immediately set down our pencils, stood up, and silently fell in line to begin our procession down the hall and our march down the stairs to the basement of St.
- [In the big city](https://koenigdunne.com/in-the-big-city/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas. On the other hand, we bossed ourselves around, set impossible goals, and demanded longer hours than office jobs usually
- [Beating Betrayal](https://koenigdunne.com/beating-betrayal/) - He looked down at his hands folded in his lap as his eyes filled with tears that he didn’t want me to see. One escaped and started its slow descent down his cheek. He brushed it away and told me that she had burned all of his childhood photos. Photos that were not from a
- [Standard post format](https://koenigdunne.com/standard-post-format/) - Adams also came to understand how important it was that his carefully crafted photos were reproduced to best effect.
- [Divorce Blessing](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-blessing/) - “Well at least I got two great kids out of it,” he said with a sigh. It had been a year and a half since his divorce was final and the thirty-something father still felt that strange physical ache in the middle of his chest. A marriage he once envisioned would endure for decades had
- [Bloom](https://koenigdunne.com/bloom/) - I have never been one much for growing things (except babies), nor am I one who is particularly adept at keeping, say, a houseplant alive. I have harbored a jealousy of my parents who always have beautiful patches of flowers in their yards. I have wondered why I cannot seem to do the same thing
- [No One to Blame](https://koenigdunne.com/no-one-to-blame/) - One of the great things about being married is that there is always someone to point out your flaws and someone nearby to blame on them. One of the great things about being divorced is that neither is present. All of us have habits. Some good. Some not so good. My longstanding habits include planning
- [Parsing Out Parenthood](https://koenigdunne.com/parsing-out-parenthood/) - In the last few years, several states across the country – including Nebraska – have raised the question about parenthood after divorce. Legislators, judges, lawyers, psychologists, mediators and parents are asking, “What is best for children of divorce?” Views differ wildly on how custody and parenting time should be shared in a post-divorce family. This
- [Picture Perspective](https://koenigdunne.com/picture-perspective/) - When your grown children live several states away from you, a visit from them is precious. My youngest and his girlfriend are here with me now. Both are studying for bar exams, so I delight in the chance to be the supportive mom to the studious. During one of their evening study breaks, the three
- [Being a Believer](https://koenigdunne.com/being-a-believer/) - My daughters went to their first concert this month and I missed it. Last December, their dad and I decided it would be their gift from Santa Claus. He was Santa this past year and in charge of making the purchase. I knew all along I would not be accompanying them. I felt the sting
- [Cheating Statistics](https://koenigdunne.com/cheating-statistics/) - The percentage of married women having extramarital affairs is on the rise. According to a survey by the National Opinion Research Center, the percentage of women having affairs increased by 40% over the last 20 years. While the rate for women increased to 14.7%, the percentage of men cheating remained at 21%. Social scientists say
- [Independence](https://koenigdunne.com/independence/) - I bought a can opener. One of the first things I needed after my ex-spouse moved out of the house was a can opener. He had taken the electric one. I bought one for cheap - the handheld kind. When I used it for the first time, I started crying. In that small, tiny moment,
- [Uncharted Waters](https://koenigdunne.com/uncharted-waters/) - On eve of the first day of a Texas summer, family members gathered in the late afternoon shade of the oak tree where the groom stood waiting. The petite bride in her vintage dress walked slowly toward him. At the first sight of her, there was no holding back his tears. Their faith in their
- [Daring a Dream](https://koenigdunne.com/daring-a-dream/) - She was in her seventies when she went through her divorce. She came to me with tears in her pale eyes and after having lived a lot of life to find out she was being traded in for a younger model. She was married fifty years. She is an amazing artist. She is a successful
- [Father’s Day - Make Every Moment Count](https://koenigdunne.com/fathers-day-make-every-moment-count/) - Susan and Angela are pleased to welcome their fellow attorney, Philip Katz, as Guest Blogger to give a Father’s Day perspective on the resilience of children and what matters most. He never came. I sat on the front steps waiting for him, kicking stones and examining my fingernails for what seemed like an eternity. My
- [Story Telling](https://koenigdunne.com/story-telling/) - “What does marriage mean to you?” she asked. Savoring our plate of gourmet cheeses and a bottle of red wine on a lovely spring evening, three women pondered the question inspired by approaching June weddings. Each of us had enjoyed long-term relationships with men we loved. One had been committed to her sweetheart for decades.
- [The Last Day](https://koenigdunne.com/the-last-day/) - The last day of school always has a magical quality to it. It measures a season of growth complete. It marks the fresh start of summer fun and leisure. It means that change is afoot with the sprouting of sunflowers and lengthening of bedtimes. My girls and I look forward to the last day of
- [The Rest of the Story](https://koenigdunne.com/the-rest-of-the-story/) - The outcome seemed so wrong. Sandy was a loving mom. Bright, creative. Her nature was to nurture. She made home cooked meals. She grew a garden in the back yard of her small but tidy house. She believed the home should be peaceful but joyful and child focused. How did she lose custody of her
- [Divorce Decision](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-decision/) - We the wise of my mother’s many children thought we knew what was best for her. The family meeting topics included our father’s chronic alcoholism, his refusal to seek treatment, and our concern for our mother. With the passage of decades, the memories are vague. I can’t remember whether my mom wanted to see a
- [Mothers](https://koenigdunne.com/mothers/) - I knew since I was a young child, that I would be a mom. Having my daughters is my greatest life intention fulfilled. I delight in motherhood. I love finding their random socks in my drawers, braiding their hair into pigtails and reading them stories in my best English accent. And I, like every single
- [Aside Post](https://koenigdunne.com/aside/) - Adams also came to understand how important it was that his carefully crafted photos were reproduced to best effect. At Bender’s invitation, he joined the prestigious Roxburghe Club, an association devoted to fine printing and high standards in book arts.
- [One of a Kind](https://koenigdunne.com/one-of-a-kind/) - It’s human nature to compare ourselves to others. We do it consciously or unconsciously all day long. As we drive to work we spot the car we’d love to own; we look at the driver to see whether they are our age. Our co-worker shares how many miles they ran over the weekend; we silently
- [Sparkle On](https://koenigdunne.com/sparkle-on/) - I say it every year - regardless of the gradual hike upward in age - I LOVE my birthday. I love a day designed for simply celebrating your own unique existence. This year I charged at my birthday with the same gusto as my nine-year-old daughter (who coincidentally celebrates her birthday the day after mine).
- [Security](https://koenigdunne.com/security/) - We think we are safe. We think our children are safe. We think our country is safe. Until we hear that an all-American city celebrating a great tradition in broad daylight on Patriots Day is bombed. Until we hear that an 8 year old was murdered by the explosion. And then we are reminded of
- [Seasonal Swings](https://koenigdunne.com/seasonal-swings/) - This week, Nebraska weather is wrecking havoc on our gardens, our spring soccer, and most notably, our moods. Our weather forecast shows a 30 degree swing from snow to sunshine in the span of 3 days and it makes us crazy. Casual conversations in elevators or status updates on Facebook daily include mention of the
- [Friends](https://koenigdunne.com/friends/) - The romance concierge carefully arranged the large heart of rose petals on the linen covered table for two. The night before the young couple spoke their solemn vows on the beach and danced under the stars and moon of Mexico. It was an elegant resort with uniformed staff and marble columns at every turn. For
- [Being Real](https://koenigdunne.com/being-real/) - It finally happened. A couple of days after Christmas my Anna caught on. While sitting in her bed with tears in her eyes, she asked me the question parents dread, “Santa isn’t real, is he?” I took a deep breath and replied “No, he isn’t.” And just like that, the magic disappeared. I am writing
- [Smiling like a Cheshire cat](https://koenigdunne.com/smiling-like-a-cheshire-cat/) - Working from home meant we could vary snack and coffee breaks, change our desks or view, goof off, drink on the job, even spend the day in pajamas, and often meet to gossip or share ideas.
- [Audio post](https://koenigdunne.com/audio-post/) - Adams also came to understand how important it was that his carefully crafted photos were reproduced to best effect. At Bender’s invitation, he joined the prestigious Roxburghe Club, an association devoted to fine printing and high standards in book arts.
- [Learn WordPress](https://koenigdunne.com/css-mania-web-design-showcase/) - Adams also came to understand how important it was that his carefully crafted photos were reproduced to best effect. At Bender’s invitation, he joined the prestigious Roxburghe Club, an association devoted to fine printing and high standards in book arts.
- [56 Up - A Review](https://koenigdunne.com/56-up-a-review/) - Imagine your life captured on film for half a century. Imagine that since the age of 7, someone collected your thoughts about life. Imagine that your hopes and dreams, your successes and disappointments, were all recorded and then seen by thousands of people around the world. Participants in the documentary 56 Up lived this experience.
- [Lucky](https://koenigdunne.com/lucky/) - It was in the late summer of 2011 when I traversed the magical landscapes of Ireland, complete with perfect rainy days, brilliant colorful flowers on every lamppost and windowsill, and quaint pubs filled to the brim with singing men. I was in the middle of my divorce action when I was lucky enough to travel
- [Power Down Hour](https://koenigdunne.com/power-down-hour/) - His eyes remain shut as he presses the snooze button for the third time. Finally he peeks at the time and the panic of needing to be out the door in 25 minutes jolts him up. No time for a shower. He stumbles to his closet. He stares blankly for an eternity before grabbing something,
- [Creating Control](https://koenigdunne.com/creating-control/) - Last week at lunch, the waitress inadvertently dumped a cup of marinara sauce all over my suit. I didn’t move while she went to collect a towel to help me wipe it off. I didn’t yell at her. It was an accident. She was flustered and upset and scrambling to offer reimbursement of my dry
- [Just Another Day](https://koenigdunne.com/just-another-day/) - It’s valentine’s day and it’s been impossible to ignore it. The barrage of reminders of holiday of love are everywhere. Romantic commercials of cuddling couples and tiny jewelry boxes as soft music plays. Notices to place your order for the long stemmed red roses in every newspaper. Mountains of pink cupcakes and heart shaped cookies
- [Happy Even After](https://koenigdunne.com/happy-even-after/) - My ex-husband got engaged last month. Suddenly I felt my reaction being watched. Maybe watched isn’t the right word – but paid attention to. I observed that people would mention it with slight hesitation or were inclined perhaps to bring it up in an almost a negative way. Those people in my life who care
- [After the Fall](https://koenigdunne.com/after-the-fall/) - Thousands of fans sat awestruck and silent as she skated across the ice. Her bare backed costume shimmered even more than her smile. Graceful. Strong. Beautiful. The dedicated from across the country competed to gain a coveted spot in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Young skating hopefuls sought autographs and snapped photos of skating greats
- [Seeing Sesame](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-sesame/) - Sesame Street has decided to include a divorce resource in its series of online tool kits under the “Little Children, Big Challenges” initiative. I applaud the efforts of this societal giant in early education programming, taking on divorce as the reality that children from 40% of married households may face at some time in their
- [Money](https://koenigdunne.com/money/) - There are times of the year and times of our lives when money worries increase. January can be one of those. Credit card statements from holiday gift giving arrive. The cold means more dollars for keeping our car going, our sidewalks clear, and our homes warm. Whether it’s January or July, during a divorce, the
- [Ruining Routine](https://koenigdunne.com/ruining-routine/) - As the busy holiday season winds down, a peculiar thing happens. We find ourselves cheerfully looking forward to a full work-week ahead. Why? Why after extra days off enjoying traditions with our family and friends, do we suddenly shift to the opposite end of the spectrum and seek the return of full inboxes and lengthy
- [Making Resolutions Real](https://koenigdunne.com/making-resolutions-real/) - The start of the year is an exciting time to be a coach. Fired up about the year ahead, people are looking to make it a great one. When asked about my own New Year resolutions, most are surprised when I don’t get overly excited about this well meaning tradition. It’s not that I’m against
- [Do Over](https://koenigdunne.com/do-over/) - One of the most dreaded days of the year is fast approaching. You know the day I am talking about - the day all of the holiday decorations get taken down and packed away until next year. The soft glow of the twinkle lights come down, the cozy holiday throws come off the couch, and
- [Protecting the Precious](https://koenigdunne.com/protecting-the-precious/) - Few longings run more deeply than the one to guard our young children from harm. Before we even leave the hospital with our tiny bundle, we know our job is to ensure their safety at all times. We worry about our children. The primal urge to protect causes sleepless nights at the report of a
- [Sacred Time](https://koenigdunne.com/sacred-time/) - For as long as I can remember I have enjoyed setting goals and reaching them. Whether it was saving a sum of money for college or throwing a birthday party for a friend, I got a kick out of making a plan and making it happen. Each year I set enthusiastic goals. Each goal has
- [Non-Holidays](https://koenigdunne.com/non-holidays/) - The holiday season is upon us and for those of us divorced moms and dads, the holidays inevitably mean some of the upcoming days may be tinged with sadness, angst or downright Scrooge-ish behavior. Recently I confronted the question of what holidays really mean. I was forced to assess my own rigidity when it comes
- [Thanksgiving](https://koenigdunne.com/thanksgiving/) - Among the many gifts my mother left me was the capacity to be perpetually grateful. When bestowed with the smallest act of kindness, she felt treated like royalty. Someone who offered her a seat on the bus or a cup of coffee was spoken of with high esteem for days to follow. My mother’s family
- [Cheering Section](https://koenigdunne.com/cheering-section/) - There is nothing like Husker football Saturdays in Nebraska during the fall. Memorial Stadium becomes the third largest city in Nebraska. Fans from all over the state don their very best red, white and black along with the occasional sprinkling of cornheads to cheer on their beloved Cornhuskers. The energy is electric and I assure
- [Taking the Long View](https://koenigdunne.com/taking-the-long-view/) - Elections. Hurricanes. Divorces. Whether planned or unplanned, the outcomes of big events are unpredictable. You plan an election campaign. Then a hurricane strikes. You plan your budget. Then furnace quits. You plan a happily ever after. Then divorce happens. We get overwhelmingly inspired, hold clear visions, focus on intentions, and make great plans. Still, there
- [Dark Days](https://koenigdunne.com/dark-days/) - I stroke her hand as she lies in her blue print hospital gown, surrounded by machines and tubes and bags. It’s been five days since my friend spoke. I read her poems and prayers, talk to her about our children, and am mildly curious about my peacefulness. I long to remain near. How is it
- [Wedding Wishes](https://koenigdunne.com/wedding-wishes/) - This week our firm celebrated a wedding – we witnessed a beautiful joining of two incredible people when our legal assistant, Christi, married her Aaron. Christi was quite simply radiant on Friday evening when she pledged her love, devotion, and commitment to Aaron. To be honest, Christi has worked alongside me for 4 years and
- [Wonderful Comfort](https://koenigdunne.com/wonderful-comfort/) - After being assured that all guests at the table had been served, heads bowed, then the priest said a blessing. No one hesitated to make the sign of the cross. Everyone recited the familiar words in unison. All in attendance were raised in the same faith which included this simple prayer prior to each meal.
- [The Best](https://koenigdunne.com/the-best/) - So far this year I have been to five weddings. Beauty abounded at each. Satin dresses, memorable music, and awe inspiring settings that included mountains, a cathedral, and a spectacular lake view. My favorite moments were the exchange of vows written by the bride and groom themselves. As I listened, my heart swelled seeing two
- [The Pursuit of Justice](https://koenigdunne.com/the-pursuit-of-justice/) - This week I had the pleasure of attending the ceremony held each year for new lawyers being admitted to practice law in Nebraska. Our very own, Angela Terry, graduated from Creighton University Law School in May, successfully passed the bar examination in July and officially became a licensed attorney this week. She, along with the
- [Forgiving Flowers](https://koenigdunne.com/forgiving-flowers/) - I love art and I love fresh flowers. On a recent Friday night I attended a reception for an artist friend. It was the opening of her new exhibit. On this a beautiful September evening, the mood in the small gallery was high. After slowly taking in the beauty of each of the paintings, I
- [Hope Springs](https://koenigdunne.com/hope-springs/) - Over Labor Day weekend I had the chance to do one of my favorite things – go to the movies. The pick for this weekend was Hope Springs. As a fan of all three main actors, Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones, and Steve Carrell, I was very much looking forward to what I thought may
- [Lawyer Looking](https://koenigdunne.com/lawyer-looking/) - “I could use some advice. Can we get together?” read the text. It was my cousin from South Dakota. We sometimes go for a month or two without talking, so I felt a wave of concern. He was in town on business and we met at a downtown coffee shop. After catching up on family
- [Back to School](https://koenigdunne.com/back-to-school/) - My daughters, Sophia and Anna (from left to right), went back to school this week. Sophia shyly, but excitedly, went to her 1st grade line and Anna confidently strode into her 3rd grade classroom with ease. For me, I would consider it a personal best in terms of emotion control. I actually applied mascara in
- [Protective Parents](https://koenigdunne.com/protective-parents/) - So much about her reminded me of myself at 19. A sophomore in college with straight long brown hair parted in the middle, she was an eager learner and a hard worker with a sunny attitude. With the return of fashions from the ‘70s, even her white eyelet dress and dangling feather earrings made me
- [Dashed Dreams](https://koenigdunne.com/dashed-dreams/) - I cannot get enough of the Olympics. Any event and there is immediate buy-in. It may be the remnants of my yesteryear days as a cheerleader or that I simply love the excuse to stay inside during 101 degree days and watch tv – but I love the Olympics. I do the obvious: I choke
- [Seeing Surrender](https://koenigdunne.com/seeing-surrender/) - She was a young, pretty, bright, dedicated mom. Her smooth skin, slender figure, and lovely smile made her age difficult to discern. I surmised she was 30 something given that they had been married more than a dozen years. Despite her husband's multiple affairs, she was stunned by his declaration that he wanted her out
- [Blocked](https://koenigdunne.com/blocked/) - I probably shouldn’t admit this, but I have writer’s block. I have been trying to think of something insightful to write about for a good hour now. But then it struck me like a ton of blocks (yes, I went there) that this is one of the most common feelings for people before, during and
- [Divorce Deal: It Takes Two](https://koenigdunne.com/divorce-deal-it-takes-two-1/) - It was headline news last month when Katie Holmes, 33, filed for divorce from Tom Cruise after five years of marriage. Disappointing the tabloids, they reached a settlement just eleven days later. In contrast to the divorce drama of other famous couples, these two came to agreement in record time. This included not only financial
- [Perfectly Predictable](https://koenigdunne.com/perfectly-predictable/) - This was my view one evening last week as I sat on the beach at sunset in Lincoln City, Oregon. If you have ever been to the Oregon coast, you know that Oregonians do not travel to the beach for warmth, sunshine and sipping mai tais in bikinis. For those who journey to this windy,
- [Okoboji Independence](https://koenigdunne.com/okoboji-independence/) - The view of Lake Okoboji is as beautiful this year as it was 20 years ago when I saw it for the first time. It imparts peace in the morning, awe at sunset, and reflection at night.For over a decade this was the place of joyful summer fun for my family. Memories abound. My children
- [A Potpourri of Feeling](https://koenigdunne.com/a-potpourri-of-feeling/) - Pick five (or more) from the above chart. This is what someone going through a divorce may experience inside of an hour. Shoot, sometimes inside of ten minutes. The emotional roller coaster that is divorce is uniquely unpredictable and filled with several unexpected twists and turns. For the person on the ride, it is disconcerting
- [The Real You](https://koenigdunne.com/the-real-you/) - I have often thought that “before and after” photos of divorce clients would make a fascinating retrospective of what it means to go through divorce. As a divorce lawyer, I saw the changes in the appearance of hundreds of clients as they went through the divorce experience. The look of a client on the day
- [Dad Day](https://koenigdunne.com/dad-day/) - My dad is one of my personal heroes. I remember when I was a little girl, my mom would take me and my brother and sister to the flight line to watch my dad’s plane arrive from whatever faraway place he had been stationed. My dad was a pilot in the Air Force. He would
- [The End](https://koenigdunne.com/the-end/) - “Can I ask you a personal question?” my client asked. I took in a breath. Answering personal questions from clients is uncomfortable because I am mindful that as an attorney, I have the power to influence my clients and their decisions. I generally keep my personal opinions and experience out of reach of clients for
- [Big Blue](https://koenigdunne.com/big-blue/) - "You can put your money in my children's college fund or your children's college fund. It's up to you." As a divorce lawyer, I spoke these words many times. Any time a client considered waging a costly war in the courtroom over simple household items, I invited them to look at where they wanted to
- [Leaving its Mark](https://koenigdunne.com/leaving-its-mark/) - Today was the day. On what would have been our fifteenth wedding anniversary I remove the delicate yellow and white gold band from the third finger of my left hand. It had been my mother’s. I was never much for diamonds, and happily wore this modest symbol of my commitment for the entire world to
- [Handle With Care](https://koenigdunne.com/handle-with-care/) - I am all packed up and moving out of my life. For the past 2 weeks I have been packing up my former marital residence. I have been digging into every corner and closet, uncovering clutter and along with it, hundreds of memories. I located the sticky note my former husband gave me with his
- [Family of Choice](https://koenigdunne.com/family-of-choice/) - Growing up the fifth of eight children, I never fully appreciated the notion of wanting to add extra people to your family. Why would you want another brother if you already had five? After law school, I returned from Boston to Omaha where all of my family, save one brother, still lived. I never lacked
- [The Nest](https://koenigdunne.com/the-nest/) - In early April I discovered a momma robin had made her nest in the pergola over my deck. She had tucked her baby’s home in the corner by my sparkly lights. I checked on her every day. She chattered at me from the nearby tree if I came out when she was not perched on
- [A Wonder of Worry](https://koenigdunne.com/a-wonder-of-worry/) - My mother would have turned 88 this week. In 1962 our family of 9 moved into a two bedroom house, which she resided in up until her death. 50 years later, I live and work walking distance from that little house. My mom worried about her children. I can only imagine how she worried when
- [I Say It’s My Birthday!](https://koenigdunne.com/i-say-its-my-birthday/) - I love my birthday. Love it. And I don’t care that it sounds self-centered. I believe wholeheartedly in self celebration. I appreciate reflecting on the year I have just journeyed through, seeing what I have come through, and where I want to make shifts in the year ahead. I am finding that as this first
- [Recognizing Ritual](https://koenigdunne.com/recognizing-ritual/) - I awoke at sunrise to slip out the door with my gloves, sheers, and bucket of water. The summer temperatures on the 1st of April meant I didn’t have a day to lose. One Monday morning each spring my co-workers walk into the office to the sweet scent of newly cut lilac blooms filling the
- [Client Care](https://koenigdunne.com/client-care/) - This beautiful bouquet of flowers was delivered to me last week from a former client. A client I supported for nearly three years. Both parties intentionally wanted the divorce proceeding to go that long. The curious part about the delivery was that I had closed her file the year before and never in the three
- [The Gossip Game](https://koenigdunne.com/the-gossip-game/) - The childhood game of telephone was guaranteed to bring peals of laughter. By the time the whispered message made its way down the line of those passing on the message, it was sure to be a hilarious ending. We played the game because it was fun. But during divorce, a message misinterpreted can cause needless
- [About Face](https://koenigdunne.com/about-face/) - It’s complicated. That should have been my permanent Facebook status in 2011. I initially joined Facebook for the ability to easily share pictures of my children with my family and friends who lived in states from Florida to Oregon. So my obvious network included my family – who at that time included my in-laws. You
- [Forever Friends](https://koenigdunne.com/forever-friends/) - Melodee and I became friends in an era when BFF was not a part of the lexicon of friendship. 33 years after first meeting in her Boston apartment, we have earned the respective titles. We both married lawyer husbands, had two children, celebrated great career achievements and dismal failures. We saw one another through illness,
- [Just Curious](https://koenigdunne.com/just-curious/) - I blame Nancy Drew. And my Mom. When I was a little girl, each week my mom would take me to the library where I would check out the next Nancy Drew book in that delightful series to devour, usually within hours. I love mysteries. I love questions. I am by definition a curiosity queen.
- [Appraising Opinions](https://koenigdunne.com/appraising-opinions/) - Our beliefs about marriage are influenced from our earliest days. Growing up in the 1950s, my bride doll was a treasured symbol of the expected aspiration that I get married. I was barely 6 years old when I watched my big sister walk down the aisle of St. Francis Cabrini Church wearing a white dress,
- [Mr. Nice Guy](https://koenigdunne.com/mr-nice-guy/) - “No one wants a nice divorce lawyer,” I read in our local newspaper last week. It brought be back to 1983. “Gee whiz. I didn’t think lawyers cried,” my uncle said. I had just wept while giving the eulogy at my Dad’s funeral, less than a month after his cancer diagnosis. I was 28 years
- [A House Divided](https://koenigdunne.com/a-house-divided/) - I put my “marital residence” on the market upon filing for divorce. It sat there for months without a bright red SOLD sign on it. I tidied the entire house for numerous showings, which I can assure you with two small children is no slight feat. I received multiple offers on the property - all
- [Heart Day](https://koenigdunne.com/heart-day/) - (Audible groan). I am not a big fan. Every since Danny Carlson didn’t confess his undying love to me in his valentine in 5th grade, Valentine’s Day has always measured up as a disappointment. Valentine’s Day during a divorce is particularly tough. It is different from getting through Christmas morning without your kids or getting
- [Sick of Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/sick-of-divorce/) - Demi Moore recently made headlines after a being hospitalized just two months following a separation from her husband. The star I once admired doing chin ups as the brave soldier in GI Jane grew hauntingly thinner in recent months. Concerns of friends accelerated to a panicked 911 call. Exhaustion and divorce can go hand in
- [What's In a Name?](https://koenigdunne.com/whats-in-a-name/) - I promise I am not about to tell you to stop and smell the roses during your divorce. But I may not be able to resist quoting Shakespeare while discussing a very particular challenge related to divorce. The name change issue and the ensuing identity struggle during and after divorce is a common one. Men
- [Making a Case](https://koenigdunne.com/making-a-case/) - Thirty years of being a divorce lawyer taught me how to build a winning case. I learned that one can gather evidence for any conclusion. At trial, both sides have a stack of exhibits, a list of witnesses, a summary of statutes, and an argument. We build cases to support our conclusions. When going through
- [Think Positive](https://koenigdunne.com/think-positive/) - In contrast to people’s often stated resolve to think positively, this week my assistant posed the question, “Do people ever chose to think negatively?” The answer, in a word, yes ~ particularly during a divorce. In our culture, we are conditioned to respond to divorce, by default, in a negative way. My young daughters have
- [Starting Small](https://koenigdunne.com/starting-small/) - I once denied that I was ambitious. It sounded so mean. Like I would do anything to get what I wanted. Truth be told, I am ambitious. I love accomplishment. While some groan when the new year talk turns to goals, I light up. Give me a great idea and I’ll turn it into a
- [My Christmas Wish:  Peace on Earth… or at Least Between Parents](https://koenigdunne.com/my-christmas-wish-peace-on-earth-or-at-least-between-parents/) - In this first holiday season since being divorced, the emotional tugs from the divorce are in some ways renewed. The holidays capture tradition, focus on family and love, and press pause for parents to enjoy the magic of childhood. When divorcing, or even after having been divorced for some time, these highlights of the holidays
- [Shining a New Light on the Holidays](https://koenigdunne.com/shining-a-new-light-on-the-holidays/) - Being a product of the self-help era, I recently turned to the book from the local grief center on how to make it through the holidays. As I read, the tips seemed familiar. Ben and Jack were just 7 and 8 when their father and I divorced and I first learned how to recreate the
- [When I Grow Up](https://koenigdunne.com/when-i-grow-up/) - I suspect most children do not make the determined statement that they want to be a divorce lawyer when they grow up. Often I am asked why this was my choice. When I was a little girl, I would have said that I wanted to be a teacher, I wanted to win an Academy Award

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- [Child Support](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/child-support/) - Child Support What are the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines?The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines are created by the Nebraska Supreme Court to set forth the standards by which child support is calculated. The main principle is to recognize the duty of both parents to contribute to the support of their children in proportion to their respective
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- [Resources](https://koenigdunne.com/resources/) - Resources OUR KNOWLEDGE. EXPERIENCE. EXPERTISE – YOUR RESOURCES Our BooksOur attorneys wrote these books as resources to help families navigate the divorce and co-parenting.MORE ABOUT OUR BOOKS Our BlogsOur attorneys share practical advice based on real examples of divorce and practical information on the legal process of divorce.MORE ABOUT OUR BLOGS Our VideosOur attorneys touch on
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- [Books](https://koenigdunne.com/books/) - Our experienced family law attorneys have written multiple books to help families navigate divorce in Nebraska and how to navigate co-parenting relationships.
- [Farm Divorce in Nebraska](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/farm-divorce/) - A farm divorce in Nebraska can face unique challenges in the legal process, as Omaha's divorce firm we can help protect your farm and your future.
- [Valuing a Business in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/valuing-a-business-in-a-divorce/) - Valuing a Business in a Divorce If you or your spouse have an ownership interest in a business, that ownership interest may be considered a marital asset subject to division in your divorce. As with any asset, the first question issue that must be determined is whether (or what portion) of the business interest is martial. If
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- [LGBTQ Advocacy](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/lgbt-legal-services/) - LGBTQ Advocacy Koenig|Dunne Divorce Law is proud to have served the LGBTQ community for many years. We have partnered with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the Nebraska ACLU, and Lambda Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s oldest organization working for gay and lesbian rights to protect and preserve the rights of the LGBTQ community.In November 2014, Koenig|Dunne
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- [Name Changes](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/name-changes/) - Name Changes A person may petition the court for a name change at any time. The person requesting to change their name must show to the court why they want to change their name and what new name they desire to be called. While one can change their name back to their maiden name in
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- [Appeals](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/appeals/) - Appeals The appeals process is used in cases where one party believes that the trial court has made an error in their decision.Commonly appealed decisions in a divorce case are those relating to child custody, child support, the division of assets or debts, or an alimony award.Whether you are seeking to appeal a court’s decision
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- [Child Support Modifications](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/modifications/child-support-modifications/) - Child Support Modifications After a child support order is entered, the financial obligation may be modified in the future by either parent.To qualify for a child support modification, the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines requires that the total amount of support due would either increase or decrease by more than 10%. However, the overall amount must
- [Custody Modifications](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/modifications/custody-modifications/) - Custody Modifications Parenting Plan Modifications:For parents involved in a modification action regarding custody or parenting time issues for their children, there are certain requirements.Second Level Parenting Education Course: The Nebraska Parenting Act may require parents involved in a modification action addressing issues of custody or parenting time to attend a second level parenting education course.Parents
- [The Nebraska Parenting Act](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/paternity/the-nebraska-parenting-act/) - The Nebraska Parenting Act Parenting Education SeminarEach parent in a paternity action involving custody or parenting time is required to attend a parenting education seminar. This seminar educates and prepares you to begin developing your Parenting Plan.For parents in Douglas County, there is a seminar held at the Douglas County Courthouse on alternating Thursdays from
- [Custody](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/paternity/custody/) - Custody For parents in a paternity action, likely the most important issue you will face is the custody and parenting time arrangement for your children. All parents want to ensure they are making the best decisions for their children and that their children will be okay after their separation. As such, custody disputes can be
- [Child Support](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/paternity/child-support/) - Child Support What are the Nebraska Child Support Guidelines?The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines are created by the Nebraska Supreme Court to set forth the standards by which child support is calculated. The main principle is to recognize the duty of both parents to contribute to the support of their children in proportion to their respective
- [Estate Planning During Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/estate-planning/) - Estate Planning During Divorce​ Divorce is a major life event that requires a new look at your intentions and a plan for having them fulfilled. Either the preparation of or the restructuring of your estate plan is important at this time. Updating or creating an estate plan during your divorce is critical to ensure that
- [Paternity](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/paternity/) - Paternity When a child is conceived and the parents are not married, it is important to establish the legal rights and responsibilities of each parent to the child. In a paternity case, parents can seek an order from the court regarding the following issues:Establishment of paternity, that is, who is the child’s legal father.Determination of
- [Cost of a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/cost/) - Cost of a Divorce How Much Will My Divorce Cost?Fees are always an important concern when a family is already stressed about money due to the transition to two households during a divorce. At Koenig|Dunne, we strive to be transparent with you about your current legal expenses and the total projected costs throughout your case.
- [International Property](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/international-divorce/international-property/) - International Property Internationally owned assets present unique challenges during a divorce. As global holdings and investments have become more common for Nebraskans, so too have the complexities in equitably dividing international property. While each international asset presents its own unique challenge to divide in a divorce, some assets are more challenging to divide than others.
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- [International Divorce & Custody Issues](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/international-divorce/) - International Divorce & Custody Issues While divorce is a challenging process, international issues will increase the complexity. For couples who are from or reside in different countries or who own real estate or offshore accounts abroad, seeking counsel from an experienced legal team is essential.International PropertyIf you own offshore accounts or real property abroad, the
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- [The Nebraska Parenting Act](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/parenting-time/) - The Nebraska Parenting Act Parenting Education SeminarParents in a paternity action involving custody or parenting time are required to attend a parenting education seminar. This seminar educates and prepares you to begin developing your Parenting Plan.For parents in Douglas County, there is a seminar held at the Douglas County Courthouse on alternating Thursdays from 5:00
- [Custody](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/custody/) - Custody For parents in a divorce or separation, likely the most important issue you will face is the custody and parenting time arrangement for your children. All parents want to ensure they are making the best decisions for their children and that their children will be okay after the divorce. As such, custody disputes can
- [Nebraska Divorce Law](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/nebraska-divorce-law/) - Nebraska Divorce Law Nebraska Child Support Guidelines:The Nebraska Child Support Guidelines and the Child Support Calculator assist the court in determining the amount of child support that should be paid in your case.Nebraska recognizes the duty of both parents to contribute to the financial support of their children and each parent’s financial responsibility is proportionate
- [Stock Options in a Divorce](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/stock-options-in-a-divorce/) - Stock Options in a Divorce Alternative forms of compensation, such as employee stock options are complex and present challenges in a divorce. An employee stock option is the right of an employee to buy a specific number of shares of stock in the employer-corporation at a specific price (strike price, grant price, or exercise price)
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- [Non-marital and Premarital Property](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/non-marital-and-premarital-property/) - Non-marital and Premarital Property In almost every Nebraska divorce, spouses must address the issue of determining premarital and nonmarital property. This is especially true in high-wealth divorces, which frequently entail assets acquired from a variety of sources, and second-marriage divorces, which often involve spouses who have acquired a sizable portion of their wealth prior to marriage. Dividing
- [Divorce FAQs](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/divorce/divorce-faqs/) - Divorce FAQs What is “No Fault” Divorce?Each state has its own laws related to divorce. Nebraska, like most states, is a “no fault” divorce state. This means that neither party is required to prove that the other is “at fault” in order to be granted the divorce.Factors such as infidelity, cruelty, or abandonment are not
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- [LGBTQ Adoptions](https://koenigdunne.com/practice-areas/family-law/lgbt-legal-services/lgbtq-adoptions/) - LGBTQ Adoptions Koenig│Dunne is proud to have served the LGBTQ community for many years. We have worked closely with Lamda Legal Defense Fund, which is the nation’s oldest organization promoting LGBTQ rights. We have also worked with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), as well as Nebraska’s local ACLU chapter.Koenig│Dunne has lead the charge in
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