Supporting Children Through Divorce: The Importance of Mediation [VIDEO]
In a heartfelt message, this video emphasizes the importance of mediation during separation and divorce, particularly for the well-being of children. It highlights the need for a comprehensive [...]
Key Considerations for Retirement Plans and QDROs in Divorce Mediation (video)
In divorce mediation, it is crucial to address retirement plans and Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) thoughtfully. First, ensure all financial facts are on the table before negotiating [...]
This Video Comes with a Warning. Do Not Try This at Home! (video)
This video explains the importance of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) when dividing retirement plans in a divorce. Pensions and 401(k) plans are "qualified" plans, which means [...]
The Impact of Your Divorce on Your Children (video)
This video discusses the long-term impact of divorce on children. It shares insights gained from a seminar where individuals share their personal stories and highlights how the issues [...]
Why Trashing and Bashing Your Soon-to-be Ex-spouse to Others, Especially Your Children, May Have Unintended Consequences
In this video, Ada emphasizes the harmful consequences of speaking negatively about your soon-to-be ex-spouse, especially to children. She warns that such behavior can make reconciliation harder and [...]
Timing and Pace of the Mediation Process (video)
There are many advantages to mediation, the biggest of which is probably avoiding the delays associated with traditional legal systems. Couple situations can be divided into four basic [...]
Let’s Talk It Out, Sort It Out, and Work It Out, Together (video)
Ada Hasloecher, from the Divorce and Family Mediation Center, shares a story from a summer visit to Fire Island, highlighting the importance of listening. In the story, Ada [...]
Big Sky Questions (video)
Big Sky means a wide-reaching expanse of sky. Big Sky questions can have far-reaching influence on your mediation and your life. At some point, when we start [...]
Living Together after the Divorce — Can You? Should You? (video)
There are a variety of reasons that couples will delay selling the marital home and, usually, it has to do with the kids. But is that a good idea? [...]