Mediation Issues

Agreeing to a “Marriage End Date” Can Reduce Stress in Divorce Mediation

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Stipulating to a date of divorce can reduce stress in mediation

Divorce mediator Nicole K. Levy reviews the advantages of agreeing on a “marriage end date” for spouses mediating their divorce. In the divorce process, questions often arise over how separated spouses should manage their financial affairs between the time the divorce process begins and the final entry of the divorce decree. Divorce is often emotional, … Agreeing to a “Marriage End Date” Can Reduce Stress in Divorce Mediation

Splitting Complex Assets in a High Net Worth Divorce Mediation

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Examples of challenges in equitably dividing complex assets in mediated divorce

Divorce mediator Kimberley Keyes reviews the challenges posed by complex financial assets in divorce. High net worth couples – often defined as those earning more than $500,000 per year and with assets eclipsing $5 million – frequently hold complex financial assets. From investments in stocks and bonds to real estate to pensions to retirement accounts … Splitting Complex Assets in a High Net Worth Divorce Mediation

Dividing Complex Financial Assets in Divorce Mediation

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Divorce Mediator Nicole K. Levy examines the division of complex assets during divorce mediation. Many people don’t realize that divorce mediation can include outside experts who asset divorcing spouses with complex financial issues. In divorce litigation, parties will often retain third-parties with special training to assist in the divorce, such as a CPA, business planner … Dividing Complex Financial Assets in Divorce Mediation

How Different Mediation Styles Address Power Imbalances

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Different mediation styles handle power imbalances in divorce

Divorce mediator Kimberley Keyes explores how power imbalances can be addressed using different mediation styles. Unequal power dynamics can be an obstacle in some divorce mediations. While mediators are well aware of this potential problem, not every mediation style is equal when it comes to dealing with power imbalances. Mediators who rely strictly on a … How Different Mediation Styles Address Power Imbalances

Millennials and the Benefits of Mediating Prenuptial Agreements

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Millennials should mediate prenuptial agreements to save money

South Shore Divorce Mediator Carmela Miraglia explores how millennial spouses can benefit by mediating their prenuptial agreements. A recent article in The New York Times discussed the rise of prenuptial agreements, especially in the millennial crowd. The article offered useful information and a host of tips for starting the prenup process, with one that stuck … Millennials and the Benefits of Mediating Prenuptial Agreements

The Increased Role of Mediation Coaches in Shuttle Mediation

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Mediation coaching in shuttle mediation

Cape Cod mediator and mediation coach, Carmela M. Miraglia, explores how shuttle mediation increases opportunities for mediation coaches. Shuttle mediation is a popular technique used by divorce mediators to help couples resolve their legal disputes amicably. While this technique can be especially useful in high conflict divorces, it is also aids mediations by reducing the … The Increased Role of Mediation Coaches in Shuttle Mediation

Shuttle Diplomacy Helps Resolve High-Conflict Divorce Mediations

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Resolving divorce with shuttle mediation.

Divorce mediator Nicole K. Levy explores how shuttle mediation allows couples can resolve high-conflict divorce despite strong emotions. Estranged spouses sometimes avoid mediating their divorce because they believe that mediation is only for couples who “get along” during the divorce process. Successful mediations come in all forms, however, including those involving spouses who do not … Shuttle Diplomacy Helps Resolve High-Conflict Divorce Mediations