by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Nov 4, 2025 | Family & Divorce Mediation, Professional Practice & Training
Picture this: John and Lisa walk into the courthouse for the first time with nerves jangling. They hope to end their marriage without it becoming a war. They want to keep things civil, maybe even friendly, for the sake of their family. Starting January 1, 2026,...
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Oct 30, 2025 | Professional Practice & Training
Lawyers and mediators may work in the same neighborhood, but let’s be honest, we don’t always speak the same language. I say that as someone who’s been on both sides of the table. Some of my best friends are lawyers. Heck, I am one. Still, after years in the trenches,...
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | May 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
Learn about the benefits and challenges of becoming a mediator and what skills and qualifications you need Introduction Mediation is a process of resolving disputes between parties in a constructive and collaborative way. Mediators are neutral third...
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Feb 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Attorneys Play a Critical Role In the realm of divorce proceedings, the involvement of attorneys plays a critical role in ensuring fair mediation and equitable outcomes for all parties involved. In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the nuanced world of divorce...
by Shawn Weber, JD, CLS-F | Dec 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
As a certified family law specialist (CLS-F)[i], I have been involved in divorce mediation and alternate dispute resolution (ADR) for more than 15 years. I regularly serve as a pro tem settlement judge on the Mandatory Settlement Conference (MSC) Panel with the San...
