Category: Mediation And Collaborative Law

States with equitable distribution laws such as North Dakota require divorcing couples to divide their marital property fairly. During a traditional court procedure, a judge may sign off on a divorce decree after two attorneys show the parties reached an agreement on a fair split. A dispute concerning what represents

Going through a divorce is difficult for everyone involved. But in some cases, the divorce itself can be easier, especially if mediation works rather than litigation. In cases of mediation, the mediator plays a crucial role. But what exactly do they do? What is their role in the divorce process

If you are intending to end your marriage, you have probably begun to brace yourself for the emotional fallout that often accompanies divorce. After all, you may experience anger, sadness, resentment, depression and many other challenging emotions. According to Psychology Today, your kids may have a similar or even worse

The traditional divorce litigation process is adversarial. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that helps encourage a more cordial relationship with your ex-spouse going forward. Mediation is not magic, and sometimes things do not work out the way you want them to. However, according to SF Gate, there

Couples who realize their marriage has progressed beyond repair may wish to consider mediation as an alternative to a traditional divorce. As reported by Women’s Health magazine, mediation may serve as an attractive option when two spouses have the ability to reach an agreement out of court. A divorce procedure

During the divorce process, you may feel overwhelmed by the number of arguments or disagreements you face while separating from your ex-spouse. If you are prone to stress, a typical litigated divorce may not suit your needs. Learning more about mediation can help you focus on the future and pick

When North Dakota couples choose to divorce, they might believe that divorce inevitably ends up in a drawn-out court battle. While some marriages do end this way and are costly to settle, another option that couples have is a collaborative divorce. The process can be much shorter, more financially viable