Mediation: What it IS, What it ISN’T, and How it can help YOU
Mature couple signing contract in mediator’s office In my office, we help couples and individuals plan their future after divorce using family law litigation and mediation. Most people can quickly understand the idea of traditional litigation, but mediation can be a bit more challenging to describe. Mediation is a lot of things… it is a conversation……
Mediation: What it IS, What it ISN’T, and How it can help YOU
Is Divorce Mediation Right for Me
The choice of whether to divorce a spouse is an incredibly significant decision that often comes after years of consideration. The decision is so important that as people think, “should I get a divorce?” they rarely think, “how should I get a divorce?” Choosing between traditional divorce litigation and divorce mediation can have just as great an impact…
“The New Normal” How Social Distancing has Changed the Nature of Divorce
Not long ago our lives were in a rhythm and while every day was different, most of us could settle into a routine “way of life”. The rise of COVID-19 and the need for social distancing changed everything and divorce law was no different. For years the best divorce lawyers would learn new details of…
Mediation: The New Norm for Divorce During Social Distancing
In the midst of COVID-19 our world is rapidly changing. Social distancing has become important to reduce the speed of the virus’ spread. Tensions are high in quarantined households as close quarters can exacerbate relationship issues that were tolerable under “normal” circumstances. How can you tell whether quarantine has caused your unhappiness, or there are more…
Course Correction: How to Maintain a Healthy Marriage and Prevent Divorce in the Wake of a Pandemic
We are living in strange times… There is ample evidence to support this adage. Previously unseen levels of widespread quarantine. New terms like “social distancing”. The rampant spread of a pandemic causing death and hardship around the world. Unemployment and market volatility unseen since the Great Depression. Perhaps the most telling evidence that we live…
How to Get Divorced Without “Going Broke or Feeling Screwed”
Sometimes during the divorce process, couples have nuanced issues that require expertise beyond my scope. To help them, I have a team of trusted colleagues who I rely on to guide clients through financial or emotional struggles. During this blog series, I have asked members of my team to come up with some important tips…
Maybe It’s Not a Marital Problem, Maybe It’s a Holiday Problem
I’ve discussed Holiday Marital False Alarm Syndrome which predictably arises each year in December throughout many households. That’s why it does not come as a surprise each January when my calendar is quickly filled with divorce consultations. However, some couples are surprised by the outcome of their appointment with me. By making a divorce mediation appointment and…
What Makes A Couple Ideal Candidates for Mediation?
