This is ALL of Us
By Jen Segura So, I do not consider myself a movie buff (whatever that is…), but there are certain movies, shows, mini-series, etc., that is SO well done. Until much later, you may not even realize how amazing it is … Read More
3 Things to Ask For In Divorce Mediation
Entering into any divorce typically puts couples in a defensive state of mind. Understandable since our society has depicted divorce as an adversarial process. However, divorce can be a collaborative event in which each party contributes their feelings, thoughts, and … Read More
What Not to Ask Your Friend Getting Divorced
By Amanda Singer When you have a friend getting divorced, sometimes we don’t know what to say to them. While there are certainly some things you can say that will be better than others, there is one question you shouldn’t … Read More
Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth & Divorce
By Jen Segura Of course, in our line of work, we have many clients with kids—school-aged kids, college-aged kids, babies, etc. I, myself, have two daughters, an 8-year-old and a 13-year-old. This allows me to come towards conflicts and hot … Read More
Values in Mediation
By Lauren Kominkiewicz Values are a set of beliefs we hold onto and fall back on whenever we speak or act. They are – or should be – at the root of every decision we make and the lens through … Read More
Co-Parenting Teenagers: 3 Simple Things You Can Do That Makes a Huge Difference
Parenting teenagers is a different ball game. You may feel as though you are talking to a wall who occasionally replies in “bruh” or some intense eye-rolling. Teenagers have a mind of their own, and they aren’t typically shy about … Read More
Sage Money Conversations: Simplify Your Divorce
Litigating your divorce can be highly emotional and very expensive. Even worse, when a couple ends up in court, they are delegating critical decisions to a total stranger who doesn’t know the family. Amanda teaches us about mediation and pre-marital … Read More
Back to the Basics
By Jen Segura After mediating for a long time, it is easy to get caught up in advanced ideas to help our clients. Therefore, it is vital to get back to the basics and remember that as the neutral in … Read More
Tips for Parents who Alternate Child Tax Benefits
By Amanda Singer Many divorced parents, especially those with only one claimable child, often alternate which parent is entitled to claim them dependent on their taxes. This, however, can cause issues with the IRS, and there are some essential things … Read More
3 Red Flags to Not Ignore Before Marriage
While no one is perfect, sometimes the intense feelings of new love, lust, and desire can cloud the judgment of those entering into marriage. These issues aren’t necessarily a reason to end the relationship, but they should be addressed before … Read More