Want to Avoid a Costly Divorce? – Use a Mediator!

Mediation is an informal, confidential meeting with the disputing parties where a neutral, third party Mediator guides them through the process of discussing their situation and exploring ways to negotiate a mutually acceptable solution.  It is an efficient way to resolve conflict because issues can be discussed and potentially resolved in real-time as opposed to

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The Fundamental Differences Between Mediation and Trial

Mediation is strongly encouraged in our judicial system. There are many reasons for this, but the three fundamental differences between mediation and trial are: 1) Speed Courts will get to you when they have availability, which in our backlogged judicial system, can be for months on end. Mediation can be arranged relatively quickly, provided everyone

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Divorce Mediation: Negotiating the Terms of Your Divorce Decree

Using divorce mediation, as opposed to litigating in court, will allow you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse more control over what is included in your final divorce decree. Your mediator will act as a neutral third party to assist you both in reaching agreements regarding matters such as the division of assets and debts, spousal maintenance

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Should You Consider Private Mediation for Your Divorce?

In this article, we’re going to discuss should you consider private mediation for your divorce.  Deciding to get a divorce is extremely difficult for anyone regardless of the circumstances. While many people think that this decision is the hardest part of the process, the choice between divorce mediation and a more traditional litigated divorce can

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Will I Be Required to Go to Mediation?

One question we receive regularly from clients is whether mediation will be necessary or required in their legal matter. While mediation can be an extremely helpful tool while negotiating settlement in a legal dispute, understanding your rights and what is required of you as a party is extremely important. While requirements and outcomes will differ

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Types of Cases Resolved Through Mediation

Mediation is a method used in many family law cases that provides an alternate solution for resolving your matter without appearing in court. Through mediation, many parties are able to privately come to a settlement agreement without perhaps ever needing to step foot in a courtroom. This alternative dispute resolution process is particularly appealing now,

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DO I HAVE TO MEDIATE WITH MY ABUSER?

Domestic violence issues are present in many Family Court cases including those referred to family law mediation programs. Well-meaning judges, attorneys, mediators and other professionals often mistakenly believe that both parties are able to assert their own interests in the presence of the other party as long as a third party is present, and they

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