Children need to have consistent routines so they can thrive. The stability that the consistency provides is a central part of a child’s life, but it’s one that can be disrupted when their parents divorce. It’s even more critical for the children to have consistency...
In a collaborative divorce scenario, spouses fully commit to resolving their disagreements outside of the family court system. They settle all financial and parenting matters privately and then submit their final agreements to the courts for approval. When divorcing...
Divorce reshapes your child’s world in ways both obvious and quiet. Disrupted routines, confusing emotions and shifting loyalties can affect them whether they are in the mediation room or not. Child-inclusive mediation (CIM) acknowledges this reality. In Michigan, CIM...
Disagreeing about child custody arrangements is a common issue for parents when they divorce. If they cannot reach an agreement, they may feel as though litigation is inevitable. However, it is possible to mediate custody disputes before a divorce or custody case...
The assistance of legal professionals is often necessary during collaborative divorce. Spouses need attorneys to advise them of the law. They may need assistance as they negotiate with one another or advocacy during mediation sessions. The goal is ultimately to settle...
Spouses pursuing a peaceful or collaborative divorce need to limit their emotional reactions to one another. Prioritizing healthy communication is a key component of a successful, cooperative divorce. It is normal for emotions to flare throughout divorce proceedings...
Divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions, finances and family decisions collide. Many couples look for ways to reduce conflict while still reaching fair outcomes. Mediated divorce is often seen as a calmer alternative to courtroom disputes. Before...
You and your spouse are parents, so you know that the divorce you are moving toward is not the end of your relationship. You are still going to coparent during the divorce process and after it has been finalized. Your goal is for things to go peacefully for all...
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. People who disagree on critical matters can sit down together, along with a neutral professional mediator, to work out their disputes. Mediation is a common means of addressing disagreements during a divorce. Many...
Some couples want to get divorced for years or even decades, but they decide to stay together until their children have grown up. The reason they often give is that they believe divorce will have a negative impact on the children. Therefore, they remain in an unhappy...
