What a Divorce Mediator Is and Is Not
Divorce is an overwhelming time for a family. Mediation can help stressed couples piece through the most important issues that arise from legal separation, facilitating important discussions and...
View ArticleMediation Balances Power in Divorce Proceedings
Many relationships have at least a slight imbalance of power between the two people involved; it’s just the nature of humans interacting together. Struggling relationships and those headed toward...
View ArticleNavigating the Holidays with Your Ex and the Kids
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful and isolating. Expectations of good cheer are high during the holiday season, which can bring extra tension to couples that have just...
View Article5 Ways to Prepare for Divorce Mediation in the New Year
The holidays are hectic, happy, stressful and busy all at once—especially for families going through or approaching a divorce. According to FindLaw.com, U.S. divorce rates are highest from January to...
View ArticleThe Role of Social Media in Divorce Mediation
In today’s digital world, much of our lives are spent online. Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have become an extension of ourselves, a virtual reality that we depend on for...
View ArticleDivorce Mediation or Collaborative Law Divorce
Divorce is costly, whether a couple has a lot of money to work with or not. Court and attorney fees can add up quickly as legal proceedings drag on. Mediation is a cost-effective alternative to...
View Article5 Ways to Stay Positive During a Divorce
Breakups are difficult, but divorce is a whole new ball game. Ending a legal marriage is more than breaking up with someone, it’s ending a life that was built around that relationship. Finances,...
View ArticleIs a Divorce Mediator or Divorce Lawyer Right For You?
In nearly every case, divorce is a complicated process that almost always requires professional help for the separating couple. However, going to court for litigation or for a settlement conference...
View ArticleDivorce, Children and Taxes
Most divorcing couples feel financially strained. The good news is that parents may receive significant tax benefits for children; the bad news is that even though more and more parents are choosing...
View ArticleSteps to an Empowering Divorce
Divorce is usually overwhelming, uncertain, and confusing. If not handled well the divorce process can be a recipe for disaster. How you handle your divorce will impact not only you, your spouse and...
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