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When to Interrupt in Mediation and When to Let It Run

Knowing when to interrupt in mediation is a real judgment call. This guide shows how to do it with purpose, avoid reactive mistakes, and keep the process on track.

The Top Ten Ways Practitioners Screw Up Collaborative Divorce Cases

I have a lot of respect for collaborative professionals. Most people who choose this model are trying to do right by their clients. I still see the same problems show up again and again. There are others, but these are the ones I see most often. These are the top ten...

The Case for Teamwork in Family Law Practice

Why Family Law Burnout Happens Burnout in family law generally shows up as overload, with too many roles, too many expectations, and not enough structure around who is responsible for what. Reducing burnout in family law starts with how the work is structured, not...
Is Divorce Mediation Legally Binding?

Legally Binding Agreements Are Possible with Divorce Mediation Frequently someone will tell me a particular family law case is not appropriate for mediation because they don't believe they will get a legally binding agreement out of the process. This frustrates me,...

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6 Tips for Successful Holiday Co-Parenting

By Shawn Weber, Family Law Attorney and Mediator When we think of the holidays, we think of family. Our traditions are all about bringing the family together and celebrating togetherness. We have Norman Rockwell style images in our heads of the family (and children)...

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6 Tips for Successful Holiday Co-Parenting

By Shawn Weber, Family Law Attorney and Mediator When we think of the holidays, we think of family. Our traditions are all about bringing the family together and celebrating togetherness. We have Norman Rockwell style images in our heads of the family (and children)...

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