Parenting Section
Marital Mediation: Where Are We Going?
This article addresses the need for further study to help more clearly delineate the process of Marital Mediation from Marital Therapy, and perhaps help MM become more widely known as a legitimate process and therefore utilized as a first attempt at healing the relationship.
LGBTQ Marriage, Divorce, and the Benefits of Mediation
Even though the Supreme Court ruling was a significant legal step for LGBTQ couples, the date of marriage may still not be legally clear and thousands and thousands in legal fees could be spent only to find there is no definitive legal answer.
Mediate.com Podcast Episode 16: Moving from Combative to Collaborative
The Mediate.com Podcast, hosted by mediator Veronica Cravener, covers everything in the world of mediation. Episode 16 focuses on the importance of mindset when moving from "combative to collaborative."
Mediate.com Offers New Family Dispute Resolution Training!
Mediate.com has launched a revolutionary new Family Dispute Resolution Training. This article discusses the factors that led to the making of this new training, including accelerated practice, acceptance of online learning, advances in technology, supporting ownership, and appreciating diversity.
Do You and Your Unmarried Partner Need a Cohabitation Agreement?
More and more, I hear of couples who are choosing to live together and even have children together without ever getting married.
California Divorce Mediation Checklist
This article asks What Is Important When Starting Your Divorce Case?
Inside the Mediation Room with Michael and Karen Aurit - Guest Don Saposnek
This is the first live podcast: "Inside the Mediation Room with Michael and Karen Aurit - Today's Guest: Don Saposnek
How to Coach Yourself Before Custody Mediation — for free
Some parents hire a coach to help them prepare for mediation. You can save money by coaching yourself. Take these four steps before your first custody mediation session.
Do Dads Matter?
The Challenge of Mediating ‘Normal’. This is a potentially risky article to write.
Is Your Separation Complicated?
Some couples feel stuck because they are unsure how to move forward in their separation.
Covid Exasperates Issues Between Co-parents About Agency
Covid-19 certainly does exasperate the challenge of co-parenting post-separation.
Mediating Divisive Topics
In recent years, the divisions in this country have become increasingly polarized. People’s opinions have become more and more extreme to the point where we don’t tolerate anyone with different opinions from ours.
What Makes Someone Ask for a Divorce
“What makes someone leave one partner for another? Or what forces someone to ask about divorce?” These are the most common questions asked on different divorce blogs and forums.
Top 5 Co-parenting Apps for Mediation
A good co-parenting app helps parents feel focused and organized heading into mediation. Here are the best co-parenting apps so you can choose the right one for your family.
Strathclyde Mediation Clinic: A decade of dedication to mediation in Scotland
The Mediation Clinic attached to the University of Strathclyde (“The Mediation Clinic”) in Glasgow, Scotland, recently won the ‘Community Contribution Award’ at the Scottish Legal Awards 2021. This is an article discussing the program.
ADA Mediation Refresher
I think it might be time for a refresher on ADA Mediation, * a topic I have written and trained on frequently – but not for a while now.
The Long Term Psychological Effects of Divorce on Children
Growing up is complicated enough on its own. Having parents' divorce can make it even harder. To avoid the psychological effects of divorce on children, parents should go through the process gracefully.
The Remarkable (And Often Very Surprising) Benefits of Virtual Mediation
A funny thing happened on April 1, 2020. After over 30 years and 7,500 cases as an in person, high-touch mediator, I grudgingly became, out of necessity born by COVID-19, a virtual, online mediator.
The Problem With the Label "High Conflict Divorce"
It’s generally true in conflict that “it takes two to tango.” In the world of divorce, the fundamental problem with being labelled “high conflict” is how rarely both parties are dancing together.
Dispute Resolution with Collaborative Law
Collaborative law is the best way for families to navigate tough transitions and here is why.
Approaching Custody with Reason vs. Rancor
No matter how a couple may approach questions involving parenting after divorce, the answers are never easily derived.
The 2020 Tax Conundrum: Questions Facing Couples Whose Divorce is Pending
2020 has been a year of too many upsets, too many uncertainties, and too many confusions.
Using Text Messages and Emails in Mediation, Family, or Divorce Court
A guide on best practices related to the collection and use mobile evidence and the software options available best suited to assist.
Courage is a Choice
It is a choice to be courageous in family conflict, and an important one.
How Do We Tell our Friends We’re Getting a Divorce?
Recently I had a client ask me, “How do we say to our friends we’re getting a divorce?”