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How Mediation Can Help You Avoid Conflict in a Divorce

In the U.S., about 5.5 million couples live together but are not married. Some of these couples do so because they want to avoid a messy divorce if their relationship ends. However, for married couples, divorce doesn’t always have to end in conflict. In this article, we look at how mediation can help you avoid

Considerations for a Chicago Prenuptial Agreement

A Chicago prenuptial agreement establishes certain property rights in the event of death or divorce.   A prenuptial agreement is a way to avoid the default laws of the state.   When drafting a Chicago prenuptial agreement, take time to consider the following:  Whether to Use a Prenuptial Agreement  Some parties mistakenly believe that a prenuptial agreement

Choosing Peace with Divorce Mediation in Chicago – by Brian James

Divorce mediation in Chicago is a peaceful alternative to the typical adversarial process involved in a litigated divorce.  In mediation, parties work out legal issues, including custody decisions, living arrangements, property division, spousal support and child support.  Parties turn to divorce mediation in Chicago because it is usually faster and cheaper than litigating the case. 

Minimizing Conflict in Divorce Mediation in Racine County WI – by Brian James 

Divorce mediation in Racine County Wisconsin provides spouses with an alternative to contentious divorce proceedings.  While negative emotions are understandable and common during divorce, the potential physical wellbeing, emotional health and financial stability of both parties often depend on the parties being able to work through these emotions.  Parties can take the following steps during

Cases that a Family Mediator in Chicago IL Can Help Resolve – by Brian James

A family mediator in Chicago Illinois can help settle a number of cases.  The key ingredient for any successful mediation is the parties’ willingness to fully engage in the process.  Family mediators in Chicago Illinois often help resolve the following types of cases: Divorce Divorce often deals with a number of issues, including property division,

How to Help Your Divorce Mediator in Chicago IL Succeed – by Brian James

One of the first things that a divorce mediator in Chicago Illinois will explain is that mediation is a collaborative process.  Success depends on the efforts of the parties and the abilities of the mediator.  Some ways that you can increase the likelihood of your divorce mediator in Chicago Illinois succeeding include: Be Open to

The Non-Attorney Divorce Mediator: What Benefits Do They Bring To A Divorce? – Written by Brian James

I was asked to write this article from the perspective of a non-attorney Divorce Mediator. Divorce mediation, as with a traditional divorce, tries to achieve the same end result, a set of agreements that are equitable and can be lived with by both parties. Where they differ sometimes is that mediation is also about helping