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Communication

One of the most challenging aspects of going through a separation is figuring out how to communicate with your ex. It is often very easy for parties to allow their hurt, fear, frustration, and anger bleed through in their conversations with one another. While it might feel good to speak your piece in the moment, there may be repercussions to you in the future that you did not predict. This is especially true when communications are in writing.

So, how do you avoid saying something that could be used against you later? Simple! When you are writing out a text or an email to your ex, pretend that there is a Judge sitting on your shoulder reading everything you write. Try to imagine what a Judge might think about the language you are using and the things that you are communicating. This tip will save you from having to defend your actions at a later date and will help to ensure that you are effectively participating in your family law litigation.

For those people who are especially concerned about written communications with their ex, a co-parenting application may be the right choice for you. Co-parenting applications such as Our Family Wizard and AppClose encourage healthy communication between parents and keep all correspondence and important information in one accessible location.

Need advice on your family law matter and how to best protect yourself? Contact our office to schedule a consultation today!

Resources re: co-parenting apps:

Our Family Wizard: https://www.ourfamilywizard.ca/

AppClose: https://appclose.com/

Talking Parents: https://talkingparents.com/

DO

DO NOT

Communicate in a professional manner

Insult or threaten other party

Stick to written communications regarding important matters

Use curse words or abrasive language

Respectfully step away from conversations when they become too heated or intense

Ignore communications from the other party

Inform your lawyer if communications with the other party become inappropriate

Impose unreasonable timelines for a response from the other party

PUT YOUR CHILDREN FIRST, ALWAYS!

Use children as a tool to force the other party to communicate with you

 

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Cait Zeran
Cait Zeran helps you navigate the turning points of life. Contact Cait at (403) 527-4411 or at czeran@pritchardandco.com