Co-Parenting Mediation: Setting the Stage I recently ended a co-parenting mediation session between two unmarried parents, and the outcome they’re hoping for may transform their relationship in a way neither expected. Let me set the stage—this was not a low-conflict situation. They came to me for parenting mediation because of several significant issues: The father had […]
Divorce and Special Needs Parenting Parenting children with special needs is complex, and made even more challenging when balancing it with a divorce. There are so many questions. How do you divide time and responsibilities in a way that best supports your child? What type of parenting schedule will set your child up for success? […]
There are so many myths about divorce and divorce mediation. Here’s one: Winning Let’s be real: divorce should not be a contest. There are no shiny trophies at the end, no confetti raining down to celebrate who “won” the biggest chunk of the house, the kids, or the dog. In fact, if you’re in a mindset […]
Divorce is stressful and having a successful divorce can be daunting. It’s one of those paradoxes of life—you’re expected to make huge, life-altering decisions when you might be feeling anything but calm and collected. The truth is, it’s tough to think straight when emotions are running high, and that’s perfectly normal. A lot of couples […]
When I start divorce mediation consultations most clients explain how they need help understanding the complex divorce process in Massachusetts. Many feel like they do not know much about it, often saying, We need guidance because we don’t know what we don’t know! Steps for Getting an Uncontested Divorce in Massachusetts 1. Ensure you Meet […]
How do they expect this to be an amicable divorce? Imagine trying to have an amicable divorce when your spouse constantly refers to your children as “his children?” Or she continually talks about how you’ve “broken up the family?” Or they constantly say they are going to have “sole physical custody?” Does that invite collaboration? […]
The divorce process in Massachusetts can be overwhelming. I often hear clients’ expressing anxiety when they do not know when their divorce hearing court date is scheduled, especially when many weeks have gone by without receiving notice. When couples do not hear from the court right away it is normal to worry if their 1A […]
Divorce is overwhelming for so many reasons, not the least of which are the financial implications of separating. Figuring out how to support two households instead of one and still accomplish your financial goals are parts of the challenges of divorce. While asset division is never easy, and hard decisions are required, this post will […]
Going through a divorce and figuring out how alimony in Massachusetts works can be confusing, overwhelming, and emotionally taxing. What is Alimony in Massachusetts? Alimony, which is commonly known as spousal support, is financial support that one spouse may pay to the other after a divorce. Its primary purpose is to help the lower-earning spouse […]
Are you familiar with the phrase, “Silence is golden”? Well, in the world of divorce mediations, it’s not just golden; it’s pure platinum! Let’s explore why embracing moments of silence can be your secret divorce negotiation tip. 1. The Pause that Refreshes: Imagine this scenario: You’re flabbergasted by something your spouse just said in mediation. […]