by Shawn Weber | Jul 13, 2017 | Conflict Resolution, Courts, Mediation
The term “alternative dispute resolution” (or “ADR”) is often used to describe conflict resolution without going to court. If you find yourself facing a family law matter, you might first ask, “How do I avoid going to court?” Parties can use ADR for any family law...
by Shawn Weber | Jan 1, 2016 | Conflict Resolution, divorce, Finances, Property
Sometimes it is most difficult in divorce cases to divide personal property —the “stuff” accumulated over the years of a relationship. When people share their lives with each other, they also share and accumulate a lot of personal property. Sometimes the...
by Shawn Weber | Dec 23, 2015 | Collaborative Divorce, Dolphin Lawyer, Mediation
The F-word Those of you who know me are aware that my wife and I have five kids. When I tell people how many kids I have, there is usually an audible gasp and sometimes an expletive. (I don’t know why because I love my kids.) But as any parent will know, kids...
by Shawn Weber | Oct 7, 2015 | Attorneys, Coach, Collaborative Divorce, Conflict Resolution, divorce, domestic violence, High Conflict, Mediation
I will often receive a call from a potential client interested in a San Diego divorce mediation, but who is a little apprehensive because their spouse has had a history of coercion, manipulation and bullying. The question then arises as to whether mediation is really...
by Shawn Weber | Apr 11, 2015 | Conflict Resolution, divorce, High Conflict
Sometimes a divorce or family law case can be like a perfect storm. The fissile material of fear, hurt and anger can lead people to make terrible choices as they navigate a very difficult legal process. This video offers tips on how to reduce reactivity in divorce...
