FAMILY MEDIATION IS CONFIDENTIAL Most clients want their family mediation to be confidential.  It means that the things said in mediation and the offers made cannot later be used in court or arbitration if mediation fails. Nothing said or done during the mediation process…

MATRIMONIAL HOME The family home is a special place and the law treats it as such.  If you are married, both you and your spouse have an equal right to stay in your home, even if only one of you is a legal owner. …

FAMILY LAW LITIGATION Litigation in a family matter is best to be avoided, but not always possible. I am a great believer in negotiated settlements resolving all the issues arising from the parties’ separation or divorce.  Settlements create less stress in the lives of…

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FAMILY LAW MEDIATION ISSUES Mediating parenting issues For most couples who have children, the parenting arrangements are the most important areas of both the mediation and the written agreement.  Even though they are separating, the parties will be parents together forever.  It is time…

INDEPENDENT LEGAL ADVICE Independent legal advice is required in many family law matters.  It ensures that the interests of all the parties are protected.  Independent legal advice is advice from a lawyer who is not acting for, and is not connected to, any other…

HOW TO START FAMILY MEDIATION? 1.  To start a family mediation process, confirm your spouse's or ex-partner's interest in mediation, as it is a voluntary process requiring mutual agreement.2.  Both parties have to download the Intake Questionnaire, fill it in, and fax or mail…

FAMILY MEDIATION PREPARATION Before the family mediation begins: Find and consult with a lawyer regarding your rights and obligations. Inform yourself about your lawyer’s fee and costs of litigating your dispute. If financial issues will be addressed in mediation, review a financial statement form.…

Many people decide not to seek legal advice because they think lawyers are expensive.  While it is true that there are costs attached to legal services, there are also the costs (both monetary and emotional) of navigating through the maze of legal issues related…

1.  Use this website and the links provided to educate yourself about the legal issues you are facing.2.  Call us for a brief (10 to 15 minute) telephone consultation. It is free. Call during the business hours of 9am to 5pm but please keep…