Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process. Some couples share a goal of a clean break and quick resolution. Others have more complicated issues to deal with, including shared finances, child custody considerations, and the lingering threads of a life...
As the country emerges from the pandemic, the path back to a semblance of normalcy will likely include innovations incorporated into our daily lives that previously slowed the spread of COVID-19. One in particular involved Zoom and other types of technology that...
Mediation is a tool used in divorce more and more. The reasons are plentiful: it is generally less expensive; it is generally faster, and couples often stick to agreements more they create, rather than ones that are forced by a court.What exactly is mediation and how...
One of the first things people think when they hear that they will likely go through mediation for their divorce is, "No way." They have this reaction because they assume that there is no way they can sit in a room with an ex they don't like and make decisions about...
Trust is difficult to build and very easy to lose. It is also something missing from many divorcing couples. Under these circumstances, many people feel as though there is no hope of working out a solution to the various issues related to the divorce without going to...
If you are getting divorced, then money can be a major concern for you. You might be scared about how you support yourself after the divorce or worried that you will have to pay spousal support to your ex. Because money is commonly a high priority for divorcing...
When people think about filing for divorce, they often see it as a black-and-white situation. Two people don't want to be married, so they file the paperwork, go through mediation or the courts, and finalize the divorce. However, a lot can happen between the time...
Most people do not resolve family legal matters like child custody and divorce alone. They work with a number of parties to help them understand their rights and fight for a fair resolution. Two of the parties often involved are a mediator and an attorney. While...
People have a number of misconceptions about the legal system, particularly when it comes to divorce and other family law matters. Too often, people see highly sensationalized stories that create false expectations and understandings of the process. This can be the...
Getting divorced is rarely an event that only affects the two people who are ending their marriage. There may be countless people touched by such an event, including your family members, kids and network of friends. In other words, you are not going through this...
Most exes probably won't ever want to be in the same room again after a divorce, let alone pose for a picture together. However, a trend is emerging on social media that shows divorced couples smiling for selfies together and celebrating their divorce as a positive...
The holiday season is a popular time for engagements. Watching your beloved unwrap a sparkling engagement ring is so romantic -- but hopefully, you and your intended had discussed your vision for marriage long before you bought that ring. Have you considered a...
Spouses decide to divorce for various reasons and while making the decision to end a marriage is never easy, it's often truly the best option for all involved parties. While television programs and movies often portray divorcing spouses as being out for blood and...
As an Accredited Professional Mediator in the state of New Jersey, oftentimes when I meet with people for the first time they are wondering about how to have a successful Divorce Mediation or if they are even appropriate candidates for Divorce Mediation. The answer is...
