Mediation is a great option for divorcing couples who wish to be constructive and thoughtful in how they conclude their marriage. Mediation is a voluntary dispute resolution process that allows participants to directly negotiate and craft their own agreements. As a mediator, I help facilitate the negotiation and ensure the participants are informed and cover …
Self-determination stands out as one of the hallmarks of mediation and is one of its greatest benefits. When you decide to mediate, you are electing to participate in a process where you and your partner control the outcome. As a mediator, I will guide you through the process. But the terms on which you conclude …
Once you and your spouse elect to move forward with divorce mediation, there are a number of preparatory steps you can take in order to make the most of your sessions. Once you agree to mediate, you will be provided access to financial software to accomplish several of these steps. Take an inventory of your …
Mediation has been shown in studies to be superior to litigation in dealing with divorce cases. There are plenty of emotional descriptors in support of the decision to mediate your divorce. It can be described as the more constructive, less traumatic way to end your marriage and transition your family. But there is also scientific …
One of the benefits of mediation that people appreciate most is privacy. As a mediator, I create a calm environment where people can work through their differences and carve out a plan for the future of their family. Mediation sessions are confidential. What is said in the confines of a mediation session cannot later be …
One of the most profound benefits of mediation is its capacity to allow for peace and healing during a difficult time. Mediation is designed to cut down on the antagonistic nature of the divorce process and allow families to lay a foundation for a healthy restructuring of their family unit. While divorce is a challenging …
Mediation is growing in popularity due to the multitude of benefits that it offers. It provides flexibility and convenience unmatched by traditional litigation methods. There are cost-savings that can protect a family’s resources. It is a more peaceful way to divorce, promoting emotional ease and healing that can benefit children. Despite its many benefits, there …
Gaining perspective from an experienced real estate agent. The family home is unlike other financial assets and debts. A house is an illiquid asset, layered with emotion, that cannot be quickly cashed out and divided. It is often a couple’s most significant asset that houses their family and provides (and signifies) stability. In a divorce, …
Divorce mediation is more affordable than a litigated divorce. Estimates on the average cost of divorce vary, but there is one consistent theme: a litigated divorce is expensive. Very expensive. Back in 2008, The Wall Street Journal reported that the average cost of a divorce negotiated by rival lawyers ran about $27,000. A fully litigated …
Looking to qualify for divorced-spouse social security benefits? There are a few key principles to keep in mind as you sort through your options. The divorce rate among couples over the age of 50 — a phenomenon known as the “gray divorce” – has continued to soar nationwide. Surprisingly, this upward trend in the divorce …
