I wonder if they know that I watch them? Not weirdly or creepily, but I observe my mediation clients once they leave my office. My window has a great view of the parking area, and I can’t help but watch. How a couple leaves tells me so much more than they realize. Some couples walk …
With fall entirely upon us, as evidenced by the cooler temperatures, changing colors, and unpredictable weather, it reminds us of change and transitions. Understanding Change Humans, much like other species, are creatures of habit. Our habits, rituals, and ways of thinking become less flexible and more rigid as we age. When it comes to adapting …
As a Gen X-er, I’ve been familiar with the term “sandwich generation” for quite some time. Many of us are raising our kids and caring for our aging parents at the same time. Parenting is hard, but we usually only have our spouse (or ex-spouse) to deal with when it comes to the important decisions …
Written with Rachel Hernandez In most divorce cases, people hire attorneys to represent them through the divorce process. The attorneys will be with them from the beginning to the end, potentially representing them in court all along the way. A litigated divorce tends to be costly, with attorneys providing their clients with their full menu …
How Limited Scope Legal Representation and Divorce Mediation Go Hand In Hand Read More »
We at Keystone Mediation celebrate Pride Month! We wanted to share how mediation has served the LGBTQ community in the past and how it continues to help today. First, There Was the Obergefell v. Hodges Case The United States Supreme Court ruled on this landmark case on June 26, 2015. It effectively forced all states …
Mediation: An Option for Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce Throughout History Read More »
With summer quickly approaching, a common topic in Divorce Mediation is children’s activities and summer camps. When helping a divorcing couple through the mediation process, we help clients avoid future conflicts by having a durable agreement that clearly defines what works for them. I thought it would be helpful to talk about some common activities …
Finding Common Ground During Divorce: Kids’ Sports, Summer Camp and Activities Read More »
I am often asked, “What do we do with all the stuff in the house, and how are household items divided in divorce?” This inevitable question is guaranteed to come up during the divorce process, and the short answer that I give is, “Let’s talk about it.” Every couple’s situation is different, so what works …
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Maybe you are in the beginning stages of your divorce and thinking about college or financial aid is really far down on the list of things you need to figure out. Maybe you have been killing it as co-parents for a while now and suddenly the eldest is studying for their SAT’s and you realize …
Divorced Parents, College, and Financial Aid – Part 1: FAFSA Basics Read More »
Is mediation right for your divorce? In a litigated divorce, lawyers put on their boxing gloves in the court room to try to get the best terms for their client. Mediation happens outside the courtroom and puts the divorce process in your own hands. Our very own mediator, Matt Carroll discusses a mediated divorce with …
SplitReady’s Podcast ft. Matt Carroll: Mediated Divorce – A Path to Great Outcomes Read More »