Best Divorce & Separation Family Law Books of 2025

Biff for CoParent Communication is a practical guide for parents dealing with high conflict personalities during and after separation and divorce. The book teaches the BIFF method, a four-step process for responding to hostile and misinforming emails, texts, and conversations. The approach is described as brief, informative, friendly, and firm, and can help reduce conflict and regain sanity. The book includes practical examples and instructions, making it easy to understand and apply. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone struggling to communicate with a difficult co-parent.

The FERSGUIDE Special Category Employees is a comprehensive retirement planning book that covers special provisions of FERS for Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, Customs and Border Protection Officers, Border Patrol Agents, Air Traffic Controllers, and other Special Category Employees or Annuitants. The book is updated for 2023, including all updates to the TSP, inflation-related updates and changes in law or policy effective in 2023. The book is written by Dan Jamison, a nationally recognized expert on retirement benefits for federal employees and annuitants. The FERSGUIDE is an excellent resource for employees and annuitants with 40 pages dedicated to Social Security and Medicare. It is a must-have for anyone in a special category position.

The book "Healthy Relationships" offers practical and proven techniques for improving any relationship in your life, be it with your partner, friends, or family. The author provides concrete tools to overcome anxiety, couple conflicts, insecurity, and depression without therapy, and stop jealousy and negative thinking. The book is a powerful tool to deepen your relationship and improve communication, and it stands out for offering meaningful and straightforward advice. Overall, it is a fast, easy-to-read, and comprehensive guide that strongly recommends improving interpersonal relationships.

The FERSGUIDE is an updated retirement planning book for Regular FERS employees or annuitants. It includes all updates to the TSP, changes in law or policy effective in 2023, and inflation-related updates. The book is authored by Dan Jamison, a nationally recognized expert on retirement benefits for federal employees and annuitants. The guide has 40 pages dedicated solely to Social Security and Medicare, making it one of the best resources out there. The book is available in both paperback and Kindle, with the latter being a cheaper and more convenient option. Overall, The FERSGUIDE is an excellent resource for anyone looking to plan their retirement effectively.

Runaway Husbands: The Abandoned Wife's Guide to Recovery and Renewal is a must-read for any woman who has experienced Wife Abandonment Syndrome. Based on a study of over 400 women worldwide, the book offers healing strategies and tools to help women move forward and rebuild their lives in new and unexpected ways. Written by family therapist Vikki Stark, who herself was affected by Wife Abandonment Syndrome, the book helps women understand what motivated their loving husbands to turn into uncaring strangers. Green Light Press has done an excellent job in publishing this unique book that sheds light on a topic that is often overlooked.

I Just Want This Done is a practical guide for professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs who want to get divorced without losing their kids, money, and minds. The author, Raiford Palmer, is a family law attorney who offers step-by-step advice, practical tips, and warnings to help readers navigate the divorce process. The book covers everything from choosing the right divorce lawyer to handling child custody, protecting your business and career, and minimizing the costs of divorce. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone going through a divorce, and it offers a fresh perspective on how to approach this difficult situation.

Divorcing a Narcissist: The Lure, the Loss and the Law is a comprehensive guide for anyone dealing with a narcissistic partner during a divorce. Dr. Supriya McKenna and Karin Walker provide practical advice on how to navigate the legal process and cope with the emotional challenges. The book offers insights on how to recognize narcissistic behavior and work with a lawyer to avoid potential pitfalls. The authors' expertise in their respective fields is evident in the clarity and comprehensiveness of the text. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to leave a relationship with a narcissist.

If You're In My Office, It's Already Too Late by James Sexton is a compelling guide to building and preserving a long-lasting relationship. The author, a divorce lawyer, shares his insights and wisdom from his experience with over a thousand clients whose marriages have dissolved. He provides practical advice on how to fix communication problems, manage conflicts, and keep the romance alive. Sexton's writing style is candid, witty, and engaging, making the book a pleasure to read. This book is an excellent resource for couples who want to strengthen their relationship and avoid the pitfalls that lead to divorce.

The book "Divorce, Simply Stated" offers a unique and compassionate approach to divorce and separation. Written by a 35-year career matrimonial lawyer and family law expert, it provides readers with essential principles of divorce law, personal finance, and alternative dispute resolution to help them achieve more, worry less, and save money in their divorce. The book is filled with tips, strategies, and checklists that are engaging and easy to follow, making it a must-read for anyone going through a divorce. Overall, this book is an excellent guide for anyone navigating the complexities of divorce.

Overcoming the Co-Parenting Trap by John Moran, Matt Sullivan, and Tyler Sullivan is an essential guide for parents dealing with a child's resistance towards one parent during a divorce. The book offers practical solutions to help parents understand the reasons behind the child's behavior and how to support them to maintain healthy relationships with both parents. The authors draw on their years of experience in intensive work with families struggling with parent-child estrangement to present common scenarios and concrete solutions for both preferred and resisted parents. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for parents navigating the challenges of co-parenting during and after a divorce.