Mediation. Arbitration. Conciliation. Three words that sound alike and come up frequently in the family law context but have different meanings and implications. I could write a blog post on each one, but here is the “down and dirty” on what you need to know about each one so you can talk intelligently with either your spouse or a lawyer and do not get tripped up along the way.
Read moreWill Mediation And Private Judges End The Uncivility Of In-Court Family Law Litigation Post COVID?
Family mediation in a pandemic - the challenges and opportunities for separating couples
The past year has caused each of us to reflect on what is most important in our lives. Family. Friends. Freedom. It has also made us look forward, to life post-pandemic; and this, along with the pressures of lockdown, home-schooling, and everything else 2020 had to chuck at us, has understandably resulted in lots of couples deciding to go their separate ways.
Read moreNew bill would allow divorce arbitration
HELENA -- Lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee got their first look at a bill Friday that would add a new way for couples in Montana to divorce.
Read moreMediation - speak freely, listen, understand, then problem solve
As #familymediationweek draws to a close, David Emmerson discusses mediation in more depth and looks at some of its advantages for families. Mediation can be a transcendental experience, especially with one of Anthony Gold’s 5 family mediators.
Read moreMore couples seeking relationship help after COVID-19 lockdowns
More couples are seeking advice on separation after months of pressure and isolation brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
National information and mediation group The Separation Guide has reported an 87 per cent increase in couples who are ready to settle their separation in December 2020, compared to the previous year's holiday period.
Read moreMediation May Help Couples Resolve Conflicts Better Than One-On-One Discussion
No matter how much you love your partner, there are always going to be things about them that get on your nerves. These can be fairly superficial — not liking the way they fold the laundry, for example, or hating their favourite TV show. Other problems can be more serious — fundamental failures to communicate or disagreements on big decisions like having children. There’s also evidence that we continue to repeat these patterns in new relationships, even when we hope to see a change.
Read moreCan a Postnuptial Agreement Save Your Marriage in 2021?
With the New Year upon us many couples are re-examining their marriages and wondering how they can make their lives better, especially in these challenging times.
Some couples consider a prenuptial agreement when they are getting married.
But what if you weren’t one of those couples? Is it too late once you’ve been married to put something in place to keep your marriage on track or address some of the important issues in the event you get divorced?
Read moreThe Difference between Divorce Mediation and Divorce Litigation
One of the foremost stressors of a lifetime is going through a divorce. Conflicts over the division of property, finances, and parenting arrangements can rapidly escalate. However, it doesn’t have to be that way.
Primarily, each person chooses between divorce mediation and divorce litigation. Knowing the difference between the two choices paves the way to an efficient and effective conclusion. At Stevens Law offices, we offer both and are here to clarify the options.
Read moreWHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF MEDIATION IN RESOLVING FAMILY DISPUTES?
Separation and divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster. Feelings of anger, hurt and worry are common – add the uncertainty created by Coronavirus and they are amplified. With emotions running high, resolving family disputes, and reaching an agreement about parenting arrangements, maintenance payments and other finances can feel impossible. When communication breaks down, using the Family Court to settle your dispute might seem like the only option. However, there is an alternative which helps you reach a resolution sooner and stay in control of your family’s future.
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