Why Doing Nothing Is Sometimes the Best First Step in Mediation [VIDEO]
A quote inspired by Lao Tzu: "The best way to settle muddy water is to do nothing." The quote relates this to mediation, explaining that in the midst of [...]
He Said No to Mediation — and Lost More Than Just Money [VIDEO]
This video shares a cautionary tale about a former client whose husband refused to consider a fair division of assets in mediation. Insisting his wife wouldn’t get any of [...]
Bringing Hope and Optimism to Mediation [VIDEO]
In this video, Ada briefly explains her positive attitude and optimistic approach to successful shopping at Marshalls. It may seem irrelevant, but she points out that this same optimism [...]
Leveling the Playing Field in Mediation to Encourage Fair Financial Discussions (video)
Leveling the playing field is crucial, especially when addressing finances and equitable distribution. Before negotiations begin, all financial information must be (1) gathered, (2) accurate, and (3) understood [...]
Why Accurate Financial Disclosure Matters in Mediation (VIDEO)
Have you ever been asked to self-report your weight at a doctor’s office? Did you tell the truth? This article draws a parallel between the inconsistency of self-reported [...]
Preserving Integrity in Divorce Mediation [VIDEO]
In mediation, integrity is essential yet often strained due to the challenging, emotional nature of the process. Reflecting on a quote by Albert Camus, Ada notes that true [...]
Why Choose Mediation Over Litigation? You Can Resolve Divorce Disputes for Much Less. [VIDEO]
In this video, Ada highlights the financial burden of a high-conflict, litigated divorce, which can drain resources that could otherwise be used for a child's education. She shares [...]
Apologies — Part 1 (video)
As the title suggests, the subject of this video is apologies, inspired by a recent incident where one family member mistreated another. Ada emphasizes that a genuine apology [...]
Separated but Still Living Together in the Marital Home (video)
Mediation is a self-determining process, and most couples want to complete the process and go on to live their lives separately. Sometimes, however, a couple will complete the process [...]