by Shawn Weber | Sep 15, 2023 | Collaborative Divorce, divorce, Finances, Mediation
In recent years, the term “gray divorce” has gained prominence to describe couples who decide to part ways after the age of 50. As the U.S. population continues to age, this trend has become increasingly prevalent. While some may find freedom and relief in...
by Shawn Weber | May 30, 2023 | Conflict Resolution, For Professionals, Mediation
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the practice of mediation has undergone a significant transformation. The necessity to maintain physical distance prompted mediators to adapt and explore alternative means of facilitating dispute resolution. Video conferencing...
by Shawn Weber | May 19, 2023 | Attorneys, Conflict Resolution, evidence, For Professionals, Mediation
In California, mediation is a popular alternative to traditional courtroom proceedings for resolving conflicts, including divorce cases. One crucial aspect of the mediation process is confidentiality. Maintaining confidentiality ensures parties can freely express...
by Shawn Weber | May 12, 2023 | Mediation, Relationships
If you’re interested in using mediation to divorce but your spouse is not willing, there are some things you can do to convince your spouse to mediate. Here are seven tips to help you convince your spouse to do mediation: 1. Discuss the benefits of mediation....
by Shawn Weber | May 4, 2023 | For Professionals
Referring clients to a mediator is an important part of providing quality legal services for family law attorneys. Mediation offers multiple benefits for both the attorney and their client, from reduced workloads to improved settlement rates. It can also help to...
by Shawn Weber | Mar 24, 2023 | Conflict Resolution, Mediation
When it comes to settling a conflict through the mediation process, you want to make sure every word you use is meaningful and purposeful. However, for those who are not familiar with the world of mediation, there are some words which can have a catastrophic effect on...
by Shawn Weber | Mar 6, 2023 | For Professionals
Some attorneys make the mistake of engaging in “retainer talk.” This has long been a practice among less scrupulous lawyers. They try to convince their clients they have the best legal strategy- even if they don’t. However, over-promising with...
by Shawn Weber | Feb 25, 2023 | Conflict Resolution, For Professionals, Mediation
Mediation is a form of conflict resolution that involves a neutral third-party mediator who helps disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement. The four different mediation styles range from less intervention to more intervention. They are transformative,...
by Shawn Weber | Feb 8, 2023 | divorce, Finances
If you are going through a divorce and have significant wealth, chances are you are looking for the best way to resolve complex financial disputes. Litigation is an option, but it can be costly and time-consuming. The better option is mediation because it allows you...
by Shawn Weber | Jul 25, 2022 | Attorneys, Conflict Resolution, divorce, divorce humor, High Conflict, Humor, Media, Mediation, mental health, Relationships, Videos
Looking for a miserable divorce? Here’s how! Under the best of circumstances, a divorce can be an awful experience. Even if you have done all your research and know exactly how divorce works, it is still often a very toxic and harmful process. But there are some...