Mar
08
2023
At some point in the mediation or collaborative process, spouses need to make a decision as to whether they wish to separate or divorce. They will choose between entering into a Separation Agreement and converting it to a divorce...
Dec
23
2022
The concept of nesting is to have the children remain in the marital home with whichever parent is scheduled to be with them according to the parenting schedule. Due to the high cost of renting or purchasing a new...
Mar
31
2022
The decision to separate or divorce is usually one of the most difficult decisions of one’s life and is most likely something you’ve been thinking about for some time. But, once you have decided to move forward, it is so...
Dec
28
2021
One of the most difficult and emotionally wrenching aspects of going through a separation or divorce is breaking the news to your children. Parents struggle with the timing of when they should tell their children and what they will actually...
Oct
18
2021
One of the most important decisions you and your spouse or partner will undertake during your separation or divorce will be to create a parenting plan that will work for your children and for both of you. The primary...
Aug
09
2021
In my career as a mediator I have heard and read about many misconceptions about Divorce Mediation. In this blog I will focus on what I consider to be the Five Most Common Misconceptions about Divorce Mediation.
#1- Mediation Won’t...
Jul
18
2021
At some point during the mediation or collaborative law process, couples will need to decide if they wish to live under a Separation Agreement or go straight for divorce. The first question most people ask is what’s the difference...
Mar
04
2021
The emotional stages of divorce can be difficult and overwhelming to deal with. Everyone experiences divorce differently but understanding the various emotional stages can help you get through this process with more clarity and hope.
Letting go of someone you...
Mar
01
2021
Divorce is often one of life’s greatest stressors and the goal in a mediated or collaborative divorce process is to achieve a more peaceful, calm, divorce process that is focused on support at this difficult time. Mediation and the...
Feb
03
2021
When parents consider a separation or divorce usually one of the most important concerns for either parent will be how the divorce will affect the children. It is common for parents to be worried about the emotional reaction of...