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When provided by family lawyers, family law mediation bridges the gap between each party hiring a lawyer and the parties having no legal guidance at all. Read more
Most attorneys have the tendency to match their opponent’s aggressive or “hardball” tactics. But is it possible to use fairness, integrity, and civility to deflect and de-escalate antagonist... Read more
A practicing mediator and retired judge explains why mediation may be a better option than litigation for high-conflict divorce cases. Read more
Non-attorney divorce mediators bring a true sense of neutrality and desire for a peaceful resolution to divorce mediation, but their talents are complemented by legal advice from a family la... Read more
Divorce co-mediation is a viable alternative to litigation for clients who want to avoid the rigidity, stress, and confusion with traditional negotiation. Read more
By T.E. Cauthorn: Save your clients' money and insist that your suggested language be inserted into the mediated agreement. Read more
Lee Hornberger reviews appellate cases in Michigan concerning arbitration and mediation. Read more
The mediation movement in family law appears to be a natural evolution to the pain and waste of resources an all-out-war type of divorce brings along. Read more
A quicker, cheaper divorce settlement can be a result if your client wants to mediate, but it still requires preparation on your part as litigation does. Read more
By Helen Stein: For family lawyers, adding pro se mediation to the menu of services they already provide is a smart business decision that can also be fulfilling and rewarding. Read more
