A divorce can be an emotionally draining process to navigate. Disagreements on custody and property division can emerge, leaving couples in lengthy conflicts that make collaboration impossible. Divorce mediation offers a less stressful alternative that allows couples...
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Can you switch from mediation to litigation during divorce?
When you start the divorce process, mediation may feel like the right way to settle your differences. It allows both of you to talk through important issues outside of the courtroom. But what if things don’t work out in mediation? Can you switch to litigation instead?...
Can emergencies modify your custody arrangement?
Unexpected events can sometimes disrupt even the most carefully planned custody schedules. When serious issues arise, parents often wonder if those emergencies allow for temporary or long-term changes to custody arrangements. Situations that may require quick changes...
How does alimony affect bankruptcy proceedings?
When someone files for bankruptcy, they may wonder how ongoing financial obligations, such as alimony, impact the process. Alimony is a legal financial responsibility owed by one spouse to the other after a divorce, and it can significantly affect bankruptcy cases....
How can you prepare for a successful divorce mediation session?
Divorce mediation helps you and your spouse settle important issues without going to court. To make the most of it, preparation matters. Walking in unprepared can lead to frustration and wasted time. With the right mindset and a little planning, you can approach...
Preparing to mediate the financial aspects of divorce
Mediation is a formal alternative dispute resolution system that helps people to compromise when seeking to resolve significant disagreements. Spouses preparing for divorce proceedings frequently attend mediation. If they are successful, they can pursue an uncontested...
Is mediation still viable with allegations of domestic violence?
Mediation helps many couples resolve divorce issues, but what happens when there’s a history of domestic violence? In California, mediation is still possible in these cases, but the process changes to protect the safety of the person affected. Special rules apply in...
What if one party refuses to participate in divorce mediation?
Mediation can make divorce less stressful and more affordable, but it only works if both people agree to take part. In California, you can’t force your spouse to cooperate with mediation, so what happens if one person refuses? Mediation is usually voluntary In most...
What confidentiality protections exist in divorce mediation?
Divorce deals with sensitive topics, and most people want to keep those private. Mediation offers strong confidentiality protections. This helps both spouses speak openly without worrying about their words showing up in court later. Mediation discussions stay private...
Can you challenge a mediated divorce settlement in court?
Mediation offers a way to settle your divorce without going to court, but what happens if something feels off after it’s over? In California, you can challenge a mediated divorce settlement, but only in certain situations. These agreements are legally binding, so...