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Entries by Ben Stich

WCRN Interview

Ben is interviewed by a local radio show to explain how mediation is different than other divorce approaches.

Top Tip to Improve Written Co-Parenting Communication after Divorce

Have you ever received a message from your co-parent that infuriated you? That was disrespectful and uncalled for? In those moments have you replied by text or email out of anger? A response that also was disrespectful and uncalled for? Be honest, have you ever hit “send” and later regretted it? Of course you have! […]

Interview about Ben Stich’s Divorce Mediation Services

“Respectful divorce.” Unconventional phrasing for many ears. We hear about ugly and disrespectful divorces all the time in our society. In the news (think Brad Pitt and Angela Jolie). At work. In the neighborhood. Perhaps in your own family. Sadly, with disrespect comes conflict. A disrespectful divorce can be costly on so many levels: Financially […]

How Can I Get a Divorce in Massachusetts?

There are two ways to get divorced in Massachusetts that are important to understand for anyone wanting to know how to get a Massachusetts divorce. Uncontested DivorceAn uncontested divorce in Massachusetts is called a 1A Divorce.The two spouses will make all their decisions about their divorce – financial and parenting – and submit their decisions […]

Choosing the Right Divorce Mediator

Next to the loss of a loved one it is said that divorce is arguably the most stressful experience one can have. It is important that you pick a divorce mediator who can guide you through the complex divorce process in Massachusetts. Trust, comfort, and confidence in your divorce mediator is essential. Trust in their […]

How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts an uncontested divorce is called a no-fault 1A divorce. In a 1A the couple jointly petitions the court to review and approve their separation agreement, which is the divorce agreement (a confusing misnomer for those already separated). The couple will have already come to agreement on all terms of their divorce, including the division of […]