There are different types of people in California, from those who like to live by "the seats of their pants," so to speak, to those who prefer structure, routine and planning in their daily lives. Some people are list-makers, experiencing tremendous satisfaction as...
Mediation
Will pursuing a mediated settlement make my divorce easier?
When getting divorced, you naturally may feel as though your life is spiraling out of control. However, divorce mediation can help you to take full control of planning your own life and making wise decisions about your future when going through the dissolution of a...
My spouse wants to use divorce mediation, what does it entail?
Do you and your spouse still communicate? Are you able to be in the same room together? If so, then divorce mediation offers you a way to resolve your issues without the drama and contentious atmosphere of a courtroom. How does divorce mediation work? Simply put,...
Amicable divorces and mediation
Divorce is never an easy process. No matter how amicable the couple is or how well they work together, the process of dissolving a marriage is a difficult one. However, just because the process is difficult, does not mean that it is impossible to a couple to work...
I am getting a divorce. Will mediation work for me?
As long as you and your spouse understand the process and agree to it, mediation provides a less expensive, time consuming and contentious way to resolve your issues. Advantages of mediation Understanding what you gain from the mediation process helps make the...
Parents ordered to enter mediation to resolve differences
Many California couples who divorce can relate to various challenges that often arise regarding future care and upbringing of children. From who will have physical and legal custody to how much child support will be paid, parents often rely on the court to make final...
Many California couples wind up happier after mediation
Those who divorce in California or elsewhere typically face many challenges with regard to lifestyle changes. Especially, in situations were children are involved, a breakdown in communication can evoke strong emotions on both sides. Emotionally charged debates often...