Mediation
Confused?
There are many questions to consider before starting the mediation process. Occasionally I receive a call or a friend will stop me in the grocery store with this… I think I might want a divorce or separation but I am not sure. When divorce ambivalence is prevalent, pushing a couple into the divorce process is…
Read MoreWhat is Conscious Uncoupling?
What is Conscious Uncoupling? You may have heard the media use the term “Conscious Uncoupling”. I became familiar with the phrase in 2014 when actress Gwyneth Paltrow and musician Chris Martin announced the end of their 10-year marriage. The announcement said: “It is with hearts full of sadness that we have decided to separate. We…
Read MoreConfined and in conflict?
Living with a spouse with a high conflict personality or attempting to co-parent with your ex is extremely challenging right now. The good news is mediation will help you resolve these issues before it gets worse. Now is the best time to start. In states like Pennsylvania, the courts are closed to lawyers or open…
Read MoreWHY USE ONLINE MEDIATION?
ONLINE MEDIATION Using an online platform will help you work through your family law matters no matter where you are geographically located. SAVE TIME Mediation conferences can be scheduled in the privacy of your own home or office and at a time that fits into your busy life. The Zoom app is free to download…
Read MoreMEDIATION: Is it Right for Me?
Do I have to go to court? No! In Pennsylvania you have a few options, one option is to hire separate attorneys and go to court. This option will result in a decree, however, it will involve several years in the court system and tens of thousands of dollars. A better option is to mediate…
Read MoreSAVE MONEY: Mediate
How do we save money? Often folks would prefer to save money and keep afloat financially during a difficult process. During mediation, we have a conversation about income and expenses and how to have financial peace. We gather information to help you make decisions about your finances during the process. Here are a few tips…
Read More3 SIMPLE STEPS
Is a simple, healthy and respectful process important to you and your family? Using a mediator can be an efficient, cost-effective solution. We make this possible in three simple steps: Meet We meet for one or more mediation sessions to discuss important topics, such as the family home, bank accounts, vehicles, and children. We simply…
Read MoreCHOOSE YOUR PATH
A neutral and qualified mediator can help you and your spouse distribute responsibilities peacefully and respectfully. Most mediations take only a few sessions using a quick and affordable process. The mediated pathway is described by most as an amicable, simple, and efficient method. Pennsylvania has an option that allows couples to use a simple process.…
Read MorePREPARE YOURSELF
The key to a smooth mediation process is preparation. Your mediator may ask you to gather documents to prepare for your session. These documents should include property and debts owned both individually and together. Your mediator will ask you questions, such as the date acquired, how the property is titled, and the approximate value of…
Read MorePEACEFUL PROCESS
Private Path What does a peaceful process look like? In Pennsylvania, we have a mediation process for couples. This option eliminates the expense and time required for one spouse to formally blame the other spouse in court. Couples can choose to keep their families’ private information and “dirty laundry” out of court and out of…
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