Be Like A Weed While I was out in the yard this weekend trying to rid my rock bed and perfectly manicured artificial turf of the pesky weeds that grow up after the rains I thought to myself, “Wow, against all odds these weeds find a way to survive and come to [...]
Are You in a High Conflict Divorce? Parenting is so important. Your children will do only as well as the two of you do in light of your new family after divorce. Here is a podcast from one of the professionals that I use in my mediation practice for my clients who [...]
In divorce mediation, a mediator helps a couple resolve issues in their divorce. This method is less expensive than a traditional divorce and allows two people to settle their problems in a calm and neutral setting. A divorce mediator will help facilitate the dialogue and intervene if any arguments occur. How do you know if [...]
Divorce agreement exist : To protect both parties, their children, and their property from various factors up to, throughout, and after a divorce. When it comes to important aspects of a relationship like resources, residences, children, and other crucial parts of life, it is important to have a plan in place, so that they may be [...]
Not to take anything away from a legal advisor... During the process of divorce mediation, an attorney can bring expertise and experience to the table. Because lawyers are used to handling entire cases, they can be of great help in an amicable split. Mediation is becoming a popular solution to dissolution of marriage, and more [...]
Does divorce mediation work for all separating couples? Mediation is the legal process allowing you to go through a separation and a divorce without litigation and without going to court. Besides the legal aspects (and in some cases necessity to go through Court proceedings), this solution may not fit your needs, expectations or the circumstances [...]
While most states use the two terms indifferently, legal separation and separation by agreement are different in the state of California. Similar in essence, a couple agrees to separate while staying married, one is an agreement, the other a judgment. What is legal separation? A legal separation is a court order that determines the rights [...]
Article written by Keeley Landes, Financial Adviser and Legal Document Assistant extraordinaire. What is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (Otherwise known as a QDRO [pronounced Quad-row] on the street)? And more importantly (because let’s be honest, you don’t really care, except for the fact that you need one) why do I need one?According to the [...]
You are thinking a San Diego divorce mediation might be the best option for you, knowing that in a traditional divorce things can get ugly and costly. The parties involved are not focused on being fair, they are are trying to get even and want to get the most out of the dissolution of marriage. [...]
If you are facing a divorce but you want to avoid the fights and juggling the court dates, divorce mediation is the solution. Since not all divorces require resolution in court, a less stressful and less costly avenue is preferable. What is divorce mediation? Divorce Mediation is an out of court dispute resolution. For that [...]
