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Category: FamilyLeague of Mediators of Ukraine, Reflective Practice Institute & AAA Foundation Combine to Elevate Family Mediation in UkraineMarch 4, 2024Three organizations of conflict practitioners are announcing the launch of a singularly remarkable project to support family mediators in Ukraine.... By Michael LangCustody Mediation When You Can’t Afford a LawyerFebruary 28, 2024A lawyer's input in custody mediation can help you secure an agreement that is fair and in the best interest... By Zarira LoveEducating the Next Generation in Resolving Social Media DisputesFebruary 27, 2024Educating the next generation about conflict resolution skills--early in life--is essential on many levels. Personal happiness, strong friendships and relationships,... By Gregg RelyeaParenting Changed My Conflict StyleFebruary 27, 2024Being a parent changes many things! For me, my conflict style was one of those. On the Style Matters inventory, my highest... By Ronald S. KraybillRemember Your Child’s College Costs and the FAFSA in Divorce MediationFebruary 6, 2024Divorcing parents often forget to decide how they’ll pay for a child’s higher education. If they separate while their child... By Tucker LiebermanThe First QuestionJanuary 16, 2024The first mediation meeting primarily revolves around getting to know your clients, and the clients getting to know you. It... By Laurie IsraelThe Volatility of Child Custody Cases Highlights the Importance of MediationJanuary 13, 2024Tragic stories about child custody disputes are frequently in the news cycle. Whether it's parental kidnapping or even more extreme... By Zarira LoveImportant Considerations for Sexual Harassment MediationJanuary 8, 2024It is an undisputed fact that one can compose a dissertation on workplace sexual harassment mediation and fail to give... By Earlene Baggett-Hayes4 Tips for a Stress-Free New YearsDecember 26, 2023Reprinted from Tammy Lenski's blog and from Coca-Cola's newsletter. The holidays can be a cheerful time — with plenty of... By Tammy Lenski5 Ways to Wrap Up Conflict for the HolidaysDecember 5, 2023Do holiday family gatherings cause you stress and anxiety? You are not alone. What happens when we suddenly have all... By Amy RobertsonFive Steps Divorced Parents Can Take to Cool Down Holiday ConflictDecember 2, 2023We all have idealized images of the holiday season–perfect gifts and the warm glow of togetherness. But the gap between... By Lorraine SegalDivorcing with Children: Have you thought about Nesting?November 27, 2023Separating and divorcing parents spend much time worrying. They worry about how and when they will separate; they worry if... By Dr. Lynne C. HalemEnhancing Divorce Mediation Outcomes: The Role of a Certified Divorce Financial AnalystNovember 25, 2023A Strategic Partnership for Mediators As professional mediators, you understand that the complexities of divorce extend beyond emotional and legal... By Leah Hadley, AFC, CDFAHave You Considered the Tax Consequences of Your Divorce Agreement?November 21, 2023Most divorcing couples come to the table knowing that division of assets, time with children, and money are all areas... By Dr. Lynne C. HalemShould We Wait Until After the Holidays to Start Our Divorce?November 19, 2023January is known as “Divorce Month” because couples who have decided to divorce during the last quarter of the year often wait... By Roseann VanellaShould AI Write Your Parenting Plan?November 19, 2023Should you ask an AI program like ChatGPT to write a legal document like a parenting plan? Although you might... By Tucker LiebermanODR in Family Law: Developments in Texas – and the Rest of the WorldNovember 15, 2023This program took place Thursday, November 9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Central (online) Co-sponsored by Texas A&M University... By Nancy Welsh, Colin Rule, Richard Shannon, Darren Gingras, Anita Savage, Laura Kistemaker, Tawanna Lynn CesareReflective Practice: In Their Voices Interview with Michael Lang by Cinnie Noble (video)November 6, 2023Reflective Practice: In Their Voices Video Conversation Project In a turn-around, Cinnie Noble talks with Michael, asking how he became... By Michael Lang, Cinnie NobleHow to Deal with Emotional Turbulence During Divorce Mediation?October 19, 2023Divorce, often regarded as one of life’s most stressful experiences, presents a host of emotional challenges for the individuals involved.... By Roseann Vanella5 Tips for Divorce Mediation With An Uncooperative SpouseOctober 9, 2023Getting your spouse to attend mediation is one thing; getting them to cooperate is another. Luckily, there are ways to... By Zarira LoveLeveraging Mediation to Foster Mental Health During DivorceSeptember 24, 2023Embarking on a journey through separation? Learn how mediation nourishes the mental health of families, offering a beacon of hope... By Ms Alice GarciaLeveraging Mediation to Foster Mental Health During DivorceSeptember 19, 2023Divorce, often viewed through a lens of loss and heartbreak, carries an understated potential for renewal, understanding, and growth. Deciding... By Alice GarciaSelf-Restraint: A Door to True LibertySeptember 13, 2023Many people resort to closing an eye on inner emotions as a result of cultural programming. They think, by doing... By Alia IsmailFamily Trial by Jury vs MediationSeptember 11, 2023When divorce and child custody cases go to trial, they're usually bench trials, i.e., a judge makes the decision. But... By Ben ColtrinDifferences Between Collaborative Divorce and MediationAugust 8, 2023When it comes to filing for divorce, many may conjure up the image of a lengthy, contentious court trial. While... By Kirsten CapalboMediate University Course Bundles Have Now ExpandedAugust 6, 2023Mediation Training Course Bundles Are you entering the mediation field? Satisfy your mediation training requirements and save hundreds of dollars... By James Melamed, J.D.Are You Really Ready for Divorce? The 8 Questions You Need to AskJuly 23, 2023Your marriage is in question and you're facing a real dilemma. You may be the one who is deciding should... By Bruce Derman, Wendy GregsonDuality: A Natural Lifestyle, and Not a CatastropheJuly 12, 2023Men and women, day and night, spring and winter, and other pairs of opposites always existed, at times sequentially (day... By Alia IsmailDealing with Gatekeeper ParentsJune 27, 2023Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.D., presents a 1.5-hour course describing the current research on Gatekeeper parents, who present unique challenges to... By Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.DSeparated? Consider the Butterfly EffectJune 20, 2023A division supported by the legal system is stressful, expensive, and prolonged; if you have children, it will impact them... By Amy RobertsonFeatured Members |
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