Posts Tagged ‘divorce mediation’

By Mindey Elgart | September 2, 2011

How are Custody Issues Addressed in Mediation?

One of the best gifts a divorcing couple can give to their children is to work together to resolve their issues rather than tearing each other apart through a contentious court litigation fight. Mediation can be the couple’s first opportunity to learn to work together under potentially stressful circumstances to make decisions in the best […]

By Mindey Elgart | August 26, 2011

Is a Party who is Less Business Savvy at a Disadvantage in Mediation?

Whether a party is at a disadvantage in the mediation setting when he or she is less business savvy if a frequently asked question. I believe the opposite is true. In a courtroom, decisions are being made for the parties by lawyers and judges. Oftentimes the parties are sitting on benches on opposite ends of […]

By Mindey Elgart | August 19, 2011

What Issues Are Addressed in Divorce Mediation?

The same issues are addressed in divorce mediation that are addressed when a couple divorces through litigation in court. The biggest difference is that the parties are not adversaries in the traditional sense, but are working toward a resolution of their legal issues. It’s not necessary that the mediating couple is on amicable terms. While […]

By Mindey Elgart | August 12, 2011

Back to School Tips for Divorced Co-parents

Following on the heels of last week’s suggestions for stepparents, the tips for divorced co-parenting are also based on common sense. It’s still helpful to follow a guided outline of do’s and don’t’s especially when your children are involved. This way you ensure that both parents and stepparents stay focused on their children’s best interests. […]

By Mindey Elgart | August 5, 2011

Tips for Being a Stepparent

1. Start Slow–There isn’t an article out there on this subject that doesn’t begin with this cautionary admonition. When you first come on the scene with your new stepchild, your first role is to be another caring adult in his or her life. Every child can benefit from that, but it takes time for relationships […]

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