Divorce Mediation in 2020
2020 has been like no other. Many of our daily activities have been disrupted as we try to keep our distance from others and protect ourselves and our loved ones from COVID-19. AMS Mediation continues to serve our clients during this difficult time. We recognize that life has not been easy for many couples over these last months. If you have decided that it is time to move forward with a divorce, you should be aware that you can complete this process safely during this uncertain time
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a term that you may hear repeatedly if you are considering moving forward with a divorce. ADR is a broad category of tools that can be used to resolve a dispute, instead of a court battle, or litigation. Types of alternative dispute resolution include mediation, neutral evaluation and arbitration. All have very high success rates and offer many benefits for both parties
We are living through extraordinary times. With social division and economic uncertainty, it is safe to say that nearly all of us are feeling more than the usual level of stress. It might be easier if these added stressors were balanced out by less stress in other aspects of life, but sadly, life does not usually work that way. While the global pandemic has forced massive changes to our economic and social systems, some of us are still having
For couples who are not married and share children, decisions about custody after a break-up can be incredibly difficult and complicated. Custody mediation is a highly effective way to resolve these issues without a costly court battle. AMS Mediation specializes in custody mediation and can help you and your ex come up with
Many people assume that working with a lawyer to navigate a divorce is a necessary path forward. The assumption is that a lawyer will fight for your rights and help you “win” a settlement that will be in your best interest long-term. This win/lose outcome is one of the most problematic aspects of settling your divorce with the courts. Litigation is adversarial and pits you and your ex against each other. This is difficult during the divorce but also has its drawbacks when it comes to the aftermath as well. Particularly if you share children, finding common ground is much more important than winning a single battle. Mediation offers you a safe and effective way to resolve the important aspects of your divorce without a win/lose solution.