Divorce is often perceived as a lengthy, costly and emotionally draining process. However, it does not have to play out that way. With the right approach, you can achieve an amicable and efficient resolution of your divorce without necessarily breaking the bank or...
Divorce signals the end of the marriage. However, for parents, their ties are far from cut. Generally, the family courts prefer both parents to play an active role in the upbringing of their children. This is often referred to as a co-parenting relationship. It is...
Divorce can be a very stressful time. That can take a considerable toll on your wider life and relationships, and leave you so drained that you do not have the energy needed to make good decisions about the divorce itself Understanding a few ways to reduce the...
Divorce is often portrayed as a battle, with each party preparing for a contentious fight in court. However, many couples seek a different path, one that promises a less combative and more collaborative resolution: mediation. This alternative approach to divorce...
All responsible divorcing parents want to limit the negative effects of their split on their children. That may be one of the reasons – if not the key reason – you’re considering a mediated divorce rather than a litigated divorce. Mediation is actually good practice...
Have you considered staying together for the kids? Maybe you already know that you’re unhappy in your marriage, and so is your spouse. Perhaps you’ve even talked about amicably ending the relationship and going your separate ways. But the two of you have children...
When you choose mediation for your divorce, you have the advantage of maintaining greater control over the outcome as you actively participate in crafting solutions tailored to your unique circumstances. As such, you should be well-prepared for the mediation process...
After your divorce, you and your spouse likely discussed a child custody arrangement. This arrangement decided when and how each of you raised your children. This arrangement may have lasted for the last few years without any difficulties, until recently. There may be...
People often assume that to be able to get a mediated divorce, they have to be able to sit in a conference room day after day with their spouse for hours on end negotiating the various divorce agreements. That can feel like torture for those who may barely be on...
Divorce doesn’t need to be a dramatic situation filled with emotional outbursts and yelling. It can simply be two people realizing they have drifted apart and deciding to part ways peacefully and respectfully. Two common phrases heard when discussing peaceful divorce...
