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What is “Normal” in Divorce Mediation?
For anyone going through divorce for the first time, it is the unknown. As a divorce mediator, I get a lot of questions about what other couples do or what is considered “normal.” This is always very interesting for me, as we deal with so many different people from all walks of life. In fact, […]
There are No Winners in Divorce
At Alternative Divorce Solutions, we can appreciate that divorce can be a very stressful time. You are most likely dealing with a lot of emotions that are very new to you. It is common to be angry, frustrated, scared, sad, and everything in between. However, before you decide to pursue litigation to “get your spouse […]
The Ripple Effect of Divorce Mediation
Divorce is something that can and will impact more than just the divorcing couple involved. The consequences of divorce will reach not only the immediate family members such as the children of the couple, but will also reach their extended families, circles of friends, and possibly generations to come. This is why I believe that […]
The Importance of Beating Self-Defeating Thoughts in Divorce Mediation
We all have them, thoughts that take us from care-free and effervescent to down and depressed. The kind of thoughts you would only say to yourself but would never say to a friend. They are the kind of thoughts that make you doubt your own desires and needs. Martin Seligman puts in concisely when he […]
Managing your Expectations During Divorce Mediation
If you are going through a divorce, chances are you are worried that your financial situation may no longer be ideal. No matter which way you divide the pie, knowing that you are now supporting two households on the same amount of money that you used to use for one is a difficult pill to […]
Is Divorce Mediation Right for You?
The climate of divorce is constantly changing. About ten years ago, when people were thinking about getting a divorce, they would call an attorney and “lawyer up” right away. Now that couples are becoming more educated about their options, they are seeking alternative ways to divorce. Divorce mediation is now not only an alternative, it […]
Estate Planning has Evolved Into Social Media from the Grave
The climate of estate planning is certainly changing. With technology constantly advancing, the possibilities are endless for what we are capable of. As a result, many private companies have started dealing with the issues related to online access of accounts after the death of the account holder. While this is not directly related to something […]
Applying the Principles of Positive Confrontation in your Divorce Mediation
In a divorce mediation, being able to handle conflict positively is one of the most useful skills you can utilize. This doesn’t mean you have to be happy about your current state of conflict. What it does mean is that when you do face conflict you will be able to handle it constructively. Two words […]
4th of July Makes us Appreciate the Concept of Independence
You are probably asking, what does family law have to do with independence. The answer is – a LOT. We should all be grateful that our freedom in this country enables us to make contracts that affect our legal rights. We have the power to decide our present and future circumstances through these contracts. In […]
Divorce Corp: Marriage is an Institution (Divorce is Big Business)
Alternative Divorce Solutions would like to recognize the hard work and efforts demonstrated by those involved with the recently released documentary film Divorce Corp (#DivorceCorp). Written and directed by Joseph Sorge, the provocative film is a call to action for reform of a broken and severely flawed family court system, not just in the state […]
ADS focuses campaigns on building awareness; educating Orange County families and couples
As a response to Orange County’s 70% divorce rate, Alternative Divorce Solutions continues to provide families peaceful solutions aimed at keeping children and families out of court. The Newport Beach family law firm, founded by attorney-mediator Lani Baron, has doubled in size as a response to an increasing number of individuals and families in the […]
A Few Facts on Divorce Mediation…
Our team ran across this little gem on Divorce Mediation while surfing the web and had to share… Kudos to the team at TopCounselingSchools.org for putting together such great content on Divorce Mediation. Learn more about Divorce Mediation and our other services on our website, or contact us TODAY to schedule a complimentary consultation with […]