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Duration of Divorce Mediation Process
I am often asked how long the process of divorce mediation takes. There are many different models of divorce mediation. Many mediators use the same hourly billing method that traditional attorneys use. The problem with that from a time line perspective is that the case can drag on for an indeterminable period of time similar…
Read MoreWhy Choose Divorce Mediation?
As a rule the public generally thinks of the divorce process as a litigated divorce—two parties going to court until the matter is concluded either by the decision of a judge or by the parties settling things somewhere down the line. Unfortunately this process takes a long time, costs a lot of money and most…
Read MoreWhat is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce mediation is an alternative process for getting divorced rather than hiring attorneys and fighting in court. Traditionally a divorcing couple would each hire an attorney, file a Divorce Complaint at the local courthouse, and the battle would begin. This battle could take years and cost thousands of dollars, however, when a couple chooses divorce…
Read MoreDivorce is More Affordable Due to Economic Recovery
One of the greatest challenges I have as a divorce mediator is to divide a couple’s marital estate so that both parties are able to move forward financially as separate individuals. Not only is it important to allocate the parties’ respective assets and debts according to the law, but it is also essential as a…
Read MoreDivorce Mediation As Your New Year’s Resolution?
According to Wikipedia, the people’s encyclopedia, the definition of a New Year’s Resolution is, “a commitment that an individual makes to one or more personal goals, projects, or the reforming of habits. This lifestyle change is generally interpreted as advantageous. A New Year’s Resolution is generally a goal someone sets out to accomplish in the…
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