Family Law News Blog
Ten Things Clients Should Bear in Mind Throughout Mediation, September 16, 2010
1. You won't get 100% of what you want. 2. "Non-adversarial" does not translate as "conflict-free." 3. Lay your cards on the table. 4. Listen actively and listen carefully. 5. Speak with respect. 6. Drop "fair" from your vocabulary. 7. Your spouse may never see your position... and that's okay. 8. Maintain a "big picture" perspective. 9. Don't assign blame for the past. 10. Don't neglect yourself.
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Selecting a Personalized Mediation Style, September 10, 2010
Mediation refers to a vast array of dispute resolution methods, which can range from positional caucus styles to more intimate, client-driven styles. Such a wide variety of methods available may seem overwhelming at first.
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Adopting a "Peace Perspective", September 3, 2010
A divorce mediator-attorney quite often must release Pandora's Box of painful emotions, shattered dreams, and broken promises. This is not meant to supply either party with ammunition to humiliate the other.
Benefits of Divorce Mediation, May 20, 2010
Many people are choosing mediation as an alternative to divorce litigation. Mediation is a process where the parties meet with an impartial and neutral facilitator who assists them in communicating their primary concerns. The parties work to identify issues, collect information, evaluate options and find solutions that address the concerns of both parties.
