Going through a divorce is stressful enough without having to think about jumping back into the dating scene again. For many people, it’s been a long time since they’ve dated anyone and the prospect of getting back out there can be … Read More
I often have clients ask how I handle an impasse in mediation. Here is an example of an email I have sent to clients who have become frustrated and are contemplating hiring attorneys and heading to court. I hope you … Read More
In this 3-part series, I have been discussing nuances of our mediation process, to help those who have never been part of a mediation process understand… what exactly IS mediation? Today, I would like to discuss why you may find … Read More
As divorce mediators, we are always surprised at how many myths and misconceptions there are out there regarding the divorce process. We want each and every one of our clients to have the information and resources available to make informed … Read More
On July 7, 2016, San Diego Family Mediation Center’s mediators Jennifer Segura and Amanda Singer made an appearance on Real Talk San Diego talking about the basics of divorce mediation and other mediation topics, including prenuptial agreements. The first topic … Read More
The legal system can be incredibly confusing and complicated. Many different legal professionals may help you with your dispute. You may hire an attorney, a mediator, or even use an arbitrator. To make things even more complex, lawyers or judges … Read More
Everyone knows that getting divorced can cost you. But many people don’t realize how incredibly expensive the entire process is. Did you know that the average price of a divorce in the United States ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 per … Read More
A child’s world is their family, their friends, school, and the comfort of consistency. A divorce is, without a doubt, one of the most challenging life events a child could go through. Their usual routine is often replaced with shuffling … Read More
Everyone is probably familiar now with crowdfunding, the process of a community coming together to fund projects, pay medical bills, help a family member or friend with life expenses. But the popular crowdfunding site Plumfund has surprised everyone with the … Read More
In a marriage, it takes two to tango. If one person doesn’t want to dance, the music stops. While divorce happens due to dissatisfaction in a marriage, sometimes the unhappiness is one-sided. For some, being served divorce papers is an … Read More