by Shawn Weber | Nov 12, 2021 | Conflict Resolution, High Conflict, Mediation, Relationships
So, you are in the middle of your divorce negotiation. You prepared for this meeting and expected your partner would come to the table ready to negotiate in good faith. You may even be in a good mood looking forward to finally getting your divorce behind you. But...
by Shawn Weber | Sep 9, 2021 | Conflict Resolution, Mediation
At times during your family law or divorce case, you will have the opportunity to make and receive proposals. Whether large or small, proposals are the backbone of negotiation. A proposal is defined as a plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put...
by Shawn Weber | Feb 6, 2021 | divorce, Finances, Mediation
Mediation can help you sort out even the most complex financial questions. Complicated financial issues can make a divorce seem difficult, but mediation can help. One common myth about divorce mediation deserves a debunking: You can’t mediate when there are...
by Shawn Weber | Mar 28, 2020 | Collaborative Divorce, Conflict Resolution, custody, divorce, Finances, Media, Mediation, mental health, Relationships, Videos
Coronavirus and divorce presents unique problems for families. I was pleased to connect via video conference with my colleagues Mark Hill, CFP, CDFA and Scott Weiner, Ph.D., J.D. to discuss the unique problems related to dealing with the COVID-19 crisis while...
by Shawn Weber | Feb 27, 2020 | Conflict Resolution, Courts, Mediation
I regularly serve as a pro tem settlement judge on the Mandatory Settlement Conference (MSC) Panel with the San Diego County Superior Court. While I enjoy helping folks through their MSCs, the help is simply too little too late for many people. Often, the preparation...