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Federal judge orders mediation in BISD lawsuit A federal judge in McAllen ordered mediation between a state district judge and the Brownsville Independent School District in a lawsuit the judge filed on behalf of her children against the school district. read 1/14:
14 ways to make your divorce as painless as possible, according to a therapist Between 40 and 50% of married partners in the United States end up divorcing. Though there's no easy way to end a marriage, there are some things that can help make splitting up less terrible. read 1/14:
Matrimonial mediation pilot program starts in Brooklyn Brooklyn is now one of three locations in the state that will begin a presumptive matrimonial mediation pilot program in which couples seeking to get a divorce will go through a mediation session before going to court. read 1/08:
Comment: More mediation needed for Family Court Four years ago major reforms to the family justice system were put in place to help parents resolve disputes without having to go to court. Mediator Keri Morris looks at how things could be improved. read 1/08:
Who gets to keep the dog in a divorce? For some people, their pet is almost like their child. ‘In most cases, the court will look into what is in the best interest of the pet, and will get in an expert to say who is in the best position to look after it. read 1/08:
Working with both spouses to mediate a divorce proceeding Tracy Kendel explains how mediation can be used in divorce proceedings to ensure parents can co-parent their children. read 1/08:
Mediation as an Alternative to Estate Litigation Lawyers can educe the court workload while providing voices to the parties’ positions without jeopardizing settlement positions. read 12/26:
Mediation is always worth trying, provided there is no real power imbalance in the relationship. Not only does the process save money, it helps bring the two of you to the table to talk about difficult things and find a joint solution you can both live with. read 11/30:
The Impact of Recent Changes in Family Law in Australia for Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners Major changes to family law were announced this year, all of which are likely to impact how family law practitioners work with clients, the court system and opposing counsel. read 11/20:
Audrina Patridge Agrees to Mediation amid Messy Divorce Audrina Patridge and her estranged husband Corey Bohan will participate in mediation as they draw closer to finalizing their divorce. read Read all news >
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Gravity problems make conflict resolution more difficult because they sidetrack us from actionable problems.
The First U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston recently declined to enforce an arbitration clause in the Container Store’s loyalty program against blind customers.
In March 2012, eleven amazing people announced the creation of the Academy of Professional Family Mediators. They had big dreams and grand expectations. Let’s look at how far we have come and where we may go.
There is a big difference between marriage counselors and mediators, and each is specific to the condition of a relationship.
This is the complete interview by Robert Benjamin with Chip Rose, a national leader in the fields of divorce mediation and collaborative practice, filmed as part of Mediate.com's 'Views from the Eye of the Storm' Video Series.
'The Master Agreement', now in its Second Edition, offers a comprehensive manual of issues, clauses and phrases for use in drafting Marital Settlement Agreements. This book is unique, of very high quality, will save you time, and elevate the quality of your drafting.
You can choose whether to continue with an addictive relationship.
Mediation in Worcester, Gloucester and the surrounding areas is increasingly the default option when it comes to family dispute resolution.
This is the complete interview by Robert Benjamin with Maxine Baker-Jackson, former Director and Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court, Dependency Court, filmed as part of Mediate.com's 'Views from the Eye of the Storm' Video Series.
Mental health professionals may have a general idea about what divorce mediation is but want to know more about it before making referrals. This article discusses critical points for you to consider before referring your clients to divorce mediation or mediation of other family issues.
I write this just days after the death of the infamous Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
In the past few decades, California has led a national shift in paradigms for family conflict resolution that has freed trial courts to do what they do best—ensure due process of law and serve as the court of last resort.
"Keep calm and carry on" is generally a mantra I refer to when I am in the mediation room.
By following some simple tips and committing yourself to being the best co-parent possible, you can help to ensure your children thrive during and after the divorce.
The main difference with family mediation is that, opposed to going through lawyers, you are encouraged to speak directly to each other.
No doubt, at some point in your life, you have wanted to take revenge against someone who “did you wrong”.
The attached articles highlight further effects of the tax reform, one specifically focused on Prenuptial Contracts, and the second more generally on family financial decisions.
If a parent wants to set their child up for success, they should strive to teach them how to handle their emotions in a healthy way.
Many, many years ago, someone once said to me that people do not begin to negotiate until it is past the time to negotiate.
This article illustrates how a mediator can assist parties to move from their positions to their underlying interests.
This is the complete interview by Robert Benjamin with Don Saposnek, a leading family mediator, writer and editor, filmed as part of Mediate.com's 'Views from the Eye of the Storm' Video Series.
This is the complete interview by Robert Benjamin with Lisa Parkinson, family mediation leader in the UK and Europe, filmed as part of Mediate.com's 'Views from the Eye of the Storm' Series.
The message for divorcing couples is clear. If your divorce agreement will include provision for the payment of alimony, deductible to the paying spouse and taxable, as income, to the recipient spouse, you need to have an executed divorce agreement by December 31, 2018.
This article discusses the spiritual struggle that many of our clients are facing and our role to support them and understand their concerns as they go through divorces and other difficult conflicts.
When a difficult conversation rattles you, using a centering question can help you get your balance back.
I love this book. It reminds us that we can take family law problems to another level, one not taught in law schools: generosity.
Mediator Randy Drew discusses the success of their multi-mediator approach.
Employees who contractually agree to resolve employment disputes in an individualized arbitration waive all rights to class actions or any other collective dispute process.
Miscommunication plagues divorces in numerous different ways.