Time for Healing

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2020 was certainly a year for the record books.  

What our collective cultural consciousness slogged through last year cannot be understated.  A global pandemic, a historically bitter election year, cultural unrest, business restrictions, reduced access to places of worship, employment shifts or losses, school closures and virtual classrooms, and increased “fake news” and partisan social media bubbles. The list could go on and on.

And that’s just what we’ve dealt with collectively!  

Personally, there are countless stories of personal and financial loss, hardship, and magnified stress.  This type of exacerbated, long-term stress is oftentimes a driving factor in unearthing issues that may have been long dormant in unhealthy relationships. In any other year, maybe you would have been fine to sweep things under the rug, just stick with it, ignore and find a distraction, paste on a smile and find false hope in something, or continue delaying until “someday” happening to fix what is clearly broken.

Given all of this past year’s events, there is a good chance that as the clock counted down towards the New Year, while many people celebrated being “done” with 2020, you may have been thinking of the things 2020 had unearthed or clarified for you, and focusing on the relationships that had failed this year-long stress test. And we know that ignoring these things is not healthy or realistic and won’t magically make them disappear.

Our focus for the first part of 2021 is to help you look for the healing that can come from hardship and to take the churned, fallow ground of your life and help you sow it with something new, something hopeful, something joyful..

As a law firm that is 100% focused on family law, our focus is always on the future, and on helping our clients make the journey towards healing and a joyful “next chapter” in their life.

In that regard, here are 4 ways to prioritize healing for yourself this year.

BE HONEST

Making an honest assessment of a potentially unhealthy relationship is a hard thing to do, but it’s also a necessary first step towards healing.  While we help walk many clients through divorce, we also know that divorce may not be the right step for everyone.  On Episode 8 of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Jennifer talks with The Marriage Place founder, Kim Bowen, a licensed professional marriage therapist about the issues many people are thinking through as they contemplate ending their marriage.

Being honest with yourself about whether your broken marriage is reconcilable or not can feel daunting, but we urge you to take this step forward this year. Find some time in your week, find the people you trust in your life, and make an honest assessment of where you are, comparing that to where you truly want to be.

MAKE A PLAN

The next step towards healing is to make a plan. If you decide that your marriage is beyond reconciling, there are actually many different paths you can take towards ending a marriage in divorce.  We have a long track record of helping our clients navigate through both traditional divorces as well as non-traditional divorces like collaborative divorce, simple divorces, mediated divorce. Divorce is not a one-size-fits-all process.

If divorce is not the right step for you, you still need to determine what steps are necessary to fix what is broken to allow healing. We have a trusted network of trusted professionals to whom we feel comfortable referring our clients.

The important point here is to do your research, talk to us, and let us help you make the plan that is right for you, your family, and your business, and that helps you move forward toward healing.

FIND A TEAM

If you do begin the divorce process, choosing the right people to walk through that journey with you is one of the most important decisions you will make. Divorce is a very personal, intimate process, and you need to feel comfortable with the team working on your behalf.

In addition to your lawyer, you may want assure that you are choosing a firm with a trusted team of experienced paraprofessionals and staff that can compassionately and efficiently work with you towards achieving your goals. A firm using a team approach can help you reduce costs, allow for better communication, and help support you in a myriad of other ways.

A great legal team can also help you build a larger support network of other people such as a licensed family or child psychologist or a financial planner.  We work closely with a broad array of professionals that you may want to connect with throughout your divorce process and beyond.

LOOK AT THE BIG PICTURE

Beginning a divorce proceeding may not feel healing at the start. In fact, there is a good chance that it won’t.  But it’s important to keep a big picture perspective. Where you do want to be? What is the best choice for your family in the long-term?  What is the best thing for you in the long-term? Do you need to factor in your business that you, or you and your partner, own?

While many law firms take a stereotypically adversarial approach to a divorce proceeding, we choose to look for clients that are interested in taking a holistic view of the profound life-change they are making for themselves and their entire family. A scorched-earth policy can leave destruction that can limit your future and cost your family, both emotionally and financially, for years to come. Walking through your divorce in a way that consistent with your values, focused on preserving dignity, and preserving a coparenting relationship that benefits your children, can allow you to begin your next chapter with fewer regrets and greater peace.

If you choose to engage us as your legal team, you can be assured that we will be focused on helping you take steps that create progress towards your goals. Having our team walking the journey with you and advocating for you on your behalf, and doing so in a way that is consistent with your values, will allow you the mental and emotional capacity to be able to keep your eye on the horizon. The healing that will come from taking the next step towards your new chapter in life will help propel you into a hopeful future where joy can reenter your life.

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Hargrave Family Law was founded by compassionate Dallas family law lawyer Jennifer Hargrave with a strong mission in mind. Using non-adversarial techniques, our firm advocates for you and your family during challenging life transitions in a way that helps you protect what matters most. Reach out to our team of compassionate Dallas family law attorneys at Hargrave Family Law for the support you need to navigate divorce and other family law matters. We offer a complimentary case evaluation to start your journey with us. Together, we will work towards safeguarding the happiness and well-being of your family, allowing you to write your next chapter with hope.

 

 

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Jennifer Stanton Hargrave, J.D. is the founder of Hargrave Family Law, a Dallas-based boutique family law firm that is rooted in empathy, excellence, and empowerment. Jennifer is a seasoned, well-respected Dallas divorce attorney whose career is marked by her commitment to helping families navigate the often painful and complex journey of divorce with dignity and clarity. She has made it her mission to build a robust team of professionals who share this passion and who excel in helping clients build new futures filled with hope and promise.

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I felt fully supported throughout the entire process, and their guidance was
invaluable.

David B.

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I always felt heard and cared for by this team of professionals. 10 out of 10 would
recommend to anyone dealing with a family-law issue!

Ashleigh S.

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Hargrave Family Law was a blessing during a personally difficult time, helping us
navigate complicated aspects of divorce when assets and minor children were
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Jordan T.

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Everyone there was very supportive and our family is in a better place now. Their team
even continues to check in after your case closes, which shows how much they truly
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Michelle A.

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Hargrave Law’s team not only provided outstanding legal expertise for my family but
also showed genuine care and compassion throughout the entire process. They took
the time to listen and understand our family’s unique situation and always made sure we
felt supported and informed.

Justin Y.

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What could have been a chaotic and emotional process was made manageable thanks
to their steady guidance. We are beyond grateful for the outcome in the case and highly
recommend this firm to anyone needing a skilled and compassionate Dallas divorce
attorney.

Jeremy Y.

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The staff here was always responsive, clear in their communication, and truly made a
difficult process much easier for everyone involved. If you’re looking for a top-notch
Dallas divorce attorney, this is the firm you want on your side.

Sharon T.

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Their understanding and professionalism throughout the process were truly remarkable,
and I am forever grateful for their role in helping me find my way to the other side.
If you're looking for a legal team that truly cares about their clients and will stand by your
side with compassion and expertise, I highly recommend Hargrave Family Law. I will
always be thankful for the support and strength they gave me.

Mike L.

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The Hargrave team made me feel heard, were compassionate and thoughtful. Most
importantly, I was comfortable trusting their advice.

Kam B.

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You cannot go wrong with Hargrave Family Law. They bring humanity along with
expertise in very difficult situations.

Christy H.

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Going through a divorce can be an emotionally overwhelming experience, but the
paralegals and attorneys at this firm made the entire process so much less stressful.

Ava H.

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From the first consultation, I felt heard, supported, and truly understood. The entire
team brings a rare combination of professionalism, compassion, and strategic expertise
to family law, which made a difficult process feel manageable and even empowering.

Liz R.

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They were able to take my case with a very quick turn around. They were personable,
caring, thorough and have been amazing all around. If I ever needed anything else, I
would go to them first.

Soo C.

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Divorce a very difficult and emotional decision for anyone to make, but finding the right
legal support was probably the most important decision I made other than taking that
step forward to end my marriage. Finding that legal support can be challenging – asking
around discretely for recommendations, meeting with them and then choosing someone
can be overwhelming. What I found with Jennifer Hargrave and the Hargrave Family
was a team with my best interests at heart. Thank you Jennifer for helping me become
the best, empowered me! My family and I thank you.

Allison B.

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Divorce is very scary, as I’m sure most legal matters probably are, but when you are
going through the process and still having to deal with the other person involved, it can
be a daunting experience. Hargrave Family Law recognizes that going through divorce
is extremely stressful and they are ready to help guide you through it. If you are looking
for an attorney who not only has the qualifications, but also actually listens and cares
about you as an individual, then I highly recommend Hargrave Family Law.

Daine C.

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They were very patient with me and fought hard to get me what I wanted. I look back
now and I’m so grateful.

Kim G.

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They helped me prepare, ease my fears, and provided such clarity and confidence
through the challenges along the way. I am now on the other side and can say I would
have never had such a smooth experience and have the life I have today without this
incredible team!

Erin B.

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My children and family dynamic were always the top priority. Every detail was
communicated to me and thoroughly explained. Jennifer and her staff were always
available to listen to my concerns and address them.

Amy B.

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They approached my situation with innovative solutions, which ultimately led to a
resolution where all parties emerged victorious. This outcome was unprecedented, and
the sense of satisfaction it brought me was beyond measure.

Angela M.

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“Jennifer was a beacon of hope for my family member at a time when her options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed impossible. Her calm and empathetic demeanor offered emotional succor not just to my relative, but to her wider family circle. And though it may seem trivial, she has such a great sense of humor. Sometimes you need that to get through a difficult situation. I will always feel grateful for the way she so professionally managed to obtain the end result we were all hoping for. I can truly recommend her without hesitation. And if you have a loved one needing counsel, realize there is hope. Contact Jennifer Hargrave. She will fight for you to the end.”