When you go through the divorce process, you will need to address all of the same issues regardless of the process you choose. When you are choosing between mediation and Collaborative Law, you are choosing how you want to discuss those issues. There are many similarities between Mediation and Collaborative Law. Both are premised on […]
When you’re a child of divorce, holiday celebrations can come with a lot of baggage. Check out this first-person article about new Thanksgiving “traditions” (it’s older, but still appropriate). [click the turkey] “On a holiday devoted to gratitude, it makes sense to let go of grudges, set aside differences and focus on the […]
. . .why not just “ask the judge?” Mediation is a confidential process for resolving disputes. A neutral professional mediator assists the parties to reach a mutually acceptable resolution of their issues. The mediator does not take sides or make decisions, but assists people in sharing information, identifying goals and discussing options. Mediation offers a very cost-effective and […]
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Let no court put asunder…. Originally aired 8.24.2007 339: Break-Up Act Three. Let No Court Put Asunder. Ira talks with divorce mediator Barry Berkman about why it’s bad when the justice system gets involved in a break-up. (8 minutes) Barry is a member of The New York Association of Collaborative Professionals. © 1995-2016 Ira Glass […]
Why I do this work? Divorce is hard, even in respectful situations. I get a lot of satisfaction from helping people navigate this challenging process in a way that leaves everyone feeling that the process was fair, that their voice was heard, and that the outcome was constructive. My practice: My practice focuses on respectful, […]
