We speak about divorce mediation frequently in our blog because we have seen the many benefits it offers Peabody, Massachusetts families. It is private, less stressful and usually faster than litigation. At the same time, there are some situations in which mediation...
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Is divorce mediation a binding process?
Alternative dispute resolution can let you handle a disagreement with someone else without going to court. Although most people know about mediation and arbitration because of business contracts, mediation can also be a very valuable tool for those going through...
Why having your own attorney is wise in a mediated divorce
If you and your spouse are considering or have already decided to settle your divorce through mediation, then you’re probably a bit nervous about how it will play out. This ambivalence comes with the territory. Mediation involves working together on agreements that...
How do children tell you they are suffering due to divorce?
Expressing your feelings can be hard even as an adult, but it is even harder for your children to express their feelings when their parents end their marriage. Kids might be great at letting you know how they feel about you turning off the TV or refusing them an...
3 tips for making divorce mediation easier to handle
Mediation is one way that you can overcome obstacles in your divorce that could lead to litigation. During this process, you and your ex will work with an impartial third party who helps to ensure that your discussions remain on track. While this is usually a much...
How to prepare emotionally for divorce mediation
Divorce can take a massive emotional toll on all those involved. Choosing mediation instead of litigation is one way of lowering emotional stress. By choosing to negotiate a solution rather than fight over one, it puts a more positive and less conflictive spin on...
The Law in Divorce Mediation
The Law in Divorce Mediation What are my rights? The is often the first question clients ask when faced with divorce or custody issue. The question is an important one, because it gets to the heart of every litigated divorce case: the law. People are seeking guidance...
Your divorce mediation just failed: What’s next?
When a couple is divorcing, they may end up in mediation either because of an earnest desire to resolve their issues without a trial or at the court’s behest. Mediation is often successful -- but what happens when it isn’t? Get ready for the next round If you end up...
6 potential benefits of divorce mediation
The idea that most people have of divorce involves going to court and fighting with their ex about who gets the kids, who gets the money and so on. This sounds stressful and intimidating, of course, so many people actually put off divorce because they just don’t want...
Is it worthwhile to try divorce mediation?
If you are your spouse are divorcing, the odds are high that you and your spouse aren’t exactly communicating well right now. If you harbor some hard feelings about what happened in the marriage, it can be particularly difficult to contemplate the negotiations you...
