Divorces often start from a place of conflict or stress, but some divorces are more contentious than others. A number...
By Sarah JacobsWhile mediators often assist in the creation of near miracles behind closed doors, our miraculous work and effective approaches are...
By James Melamed, J.D.In this episode, Michael and Karen interview Lara Traum. Lara is an attorney and mediator in private practice, offering assistance...
By Lara Traum, Michael Aurit, Karen AuritIn this episode, Michael and Karen Aurit interview Ken Neumann. Ken is an expert in the field of family and...
By Ken Neumann, Karen Aurit, Michael AuritIf you've just opened your divorce case in British Columbia, see if you and your ex can talk through your...
By Ben Coltrin“Won’t Someone Take Over for Me?” read a recent headline in the Business Section of The New York Times (01/05/2023). ...
By Dr. Lynne C. HalemDivorce mediation does not always end in a full agreement. Sometimes, there are a few topics you can't agree on...
By Zarira LoveSpouses who are planning to get a divorce in New Jersey in 2023 are in for a very unpleasant surprise....
By Roseann VanellaAt present, divorcing couples are being required to make decisions in the midst of an environment marked by uncertainty and...
By Dr. Lynne C. HalemMediation may be thought of as "assisted negotiation." Negotiation may be thought of as "communications for agreement." Hence, mediation is...
By James Melamed, J.D.Did you know that loving, positive relationships go hand in hand with lower stress levels? Unfortunately, though, this means that...
By Sophie BishopMost of my family mediation clients need a separation agreement and they understand this. They do not always understand all...
By Amy RobertsonStarting over can seem impossible after divorce. We may have lost who we are, had our future erased, or felt hopeless....
By Melissa ProvenceWalking into custody mediation can feel intimidating. You'll have to speak openly about what you believe is best for your...
By Zarira LoveThere are different perspectives on the use of caucus in mediation. Maybe you use caucus early and often in your...
By Veronica CravenerDo holiday family gatherings cause you stress and anxiety? You are not alone. What happens when we suddenly have all...
By Amy RobertsonDoni, a friend of mine since high school, sidled up to me in the supermarket one day and said he...
By Mordechai RhineIn this episode of Michael and Karen Aurit's video podcast "Inside The Mediation Room," their guest is Chip Rose, a...
By Chip Rose, Michael Aurit, Karen AuritParents can try both litigation and mediation to determine parenting arrangements after they split. But should you go to mediation...
By Zarira LoveMost parents fighting over child custody would benefit from mediation. In general, having a neutral professional help you negotiate calmly...
By Shea DrefsThe listservs and chat rooms have been abuzz this week -- everyone's talking about the conference! We had 39 leading...
By Clare FowlerSo, if the rumors flying around the internet are true, it looks like Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen may be...
By Colin RuleSeparating married couples, with or without children, know that divorce requires the legal dissolution of the marriage. Divorce is not...
By Dr. Lynne C. HalemPrenuptial agreements are not always necessary when embarking on a marriage. They usually create more problems than they solve. The...
By Laurie IsraelDivorce agreements tell a story. The story speaks not only of arrangements for children’s living and times spent with each...
By Dr. Lynne C. HalemUniversity of California, Davis, Professor Donna Shestowsky and I recently had the pleasure of conducting the first neutral evaluation of any family...
By Jennifer ShackReview of Ellen Bruno’s Documentary Film, Split Up—The Teen Years Back in 2013, I reviewed for Mediate.com a documentary titled...
By Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.DPets are an integral part of a family, so no wonder when a couple is contemplating a divorce, the fate...
By Roseann VanellaBack to school is upon us, and for most parents, it can bring a whole new set of challenges not...
By Melissa ProvenceA narcissist is so caught up in themselves that they fail to think about others. They lack empathy and do...
By Zarira Love