Traditional litigation is not your only option if you and your spouse are heading for divorce. Divorce mediation is an alternative, collaborative process in which a neutral mediator helps you settle the terms of your divorce outside of the courtroom. Here are four...
Divorce
How can you classify your marital assets?
When going through divorce, you will also have to undergo the asset division process. This takes all shared or community assets and equally or equitably divides them between you and your spouse. But how do you know what assets count as community assets in the first...
How to inform the children about your divorce
Telling your children about the decision to end your marriage may be one of the more difficult parts of the divorce process. However, it is important to let them know as soon as you are sure, as they should not hear the news from anyone else. Telling them should not...
Late-in-life divorces on the rise
Making life-changing decisions when it comes to ending a marriage is no longer the exclusive purview of couples in their 30s and 40s. Their older contemporaries in the 50, 60, and even 70-year-old demographic are more pulling the plug on their long-term unions than...
Tips for successful mediation
Despite the reputation for being contentious and hostile, divorce proceedings do not have to be difficult. When both parties agree to mediation in good faith, a settlement agreement may result without litigation. There are a few things to consider when you are looking...
How does the collaborative process differ from going to court?
When you decide to get a divorce, you actually have multiple options for how you wish to proceed. You can take the traditional route and go through court, but if you would rather avoid arguments and legal fights, you might want to consider a collaborative divorce. The...
Collaborative divorce vs. mediation
Divorce can be a long, costly process. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce your costs and stress. Collaborative divorce and mediation are two ways divorcing couples can work together to end their marriage and divide their assets fairly. While there are many...
What situations work best for collaborative divorce?
Over the years, studies have shown that collaborative divorce often leads to better outcomes for both parties. However, not every couple is in a situation that may allow for collaborative divorce to exist as a realistic option. What situations work well for it, and...
How to handle home equity in a Florida divorce
When you and your husband or wife bought a Florida home together during your marriage, but then decide to split up, you need to figure out what to do with any equity you have amassed in the home since your purchase. You have several options in terms of how to handle...
How can a mediator assist divorcing couples?
It is natural if you and your spouse are dreading the thought of taking your divorce to court. A courtroom battle adds a ton of stress to an already difficult process, plus it can become very costly. Using a more collaborative method like mediation may help you avoid...
