On the surface your partner may seem perfect for you — but dig a little deeper and you’ll find that’s definitely not the case. Below, experts share eight signs your Mr. or Ms. Right is all wrong for you and you may be headed for divorce or Mediation. 1. They roll their eyes at you. If […]
As it pertains to the law, mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), in which a neutral third party assists two or more parties in amicably negotiating a settlement. In recent time, more and more couples going through divorce have opted for the mediation route as opposed to the more traditional court setting. Divorce mediation […]
Why is mediation a good idea? Being faced with divorce, legal separation and child custody disputes can be overwhelming. There are numerous issues to consider including finances, homes, retirement, debts, family support, parenting time and child support. These issues can cause good people to become nasty adversaries. A popular saying amongst lawyers and judges is that in […]
To resolve issues in family law cases, different options such as litigation, mediation and alternative dispute resolution (settlement conferences) are available to the parties. Divorce Settlement Agreements, Mediation Often times, judges encourage efforts to resolve conflicts prior to setting a trial in the matter. Some Judges refer to “CART” as the reason you want to spend […]
There are a growing number of interracial, inter-cultural and/or interfaith relationships in today’s society which produces a diverse religious and cultural heritage for the children. However, when these interracial, inter-cultural or interfaith relationships end, each parent will likely want to continue to celebrate their respective traditions with their children. Consequently, child custody and visitation plans or agreements can rapidly […]
The end of a marriage can be a difficult time for those involved. Trying to divide up a family and household can be painful. Having to go to court to do so may make the situation even worse. There are ways to settle a divorce outside the courtroom, including mediation. While not all couples can cooperate […]
