BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN CONFLICT AND RESOLUTION

Specializing in Pre and Post-Divorce, Never-Married & Same-Sex Mediations.

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With courthouses closed, and litigation cases halted, there is no better time consider mediation for a successful resolution to your divorce and parenting cases, both pre and post-decree. At C.E.L. & Associates, Inc., we are readily available to conduct our sessions via Zoom, conference calls and/or email. Our staff is dedicated to helping you keep your divorce case moving forward, out of court and the costs down. Pending a successful mediation, you go to court one time and your case is done. Please give us a call at (312) 524-5829 to schedule a meeting.

Servicing Chicago, the suburbs and Northeast Wisconsin. Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry & Will Counties in Illinois & Kenosha, Milwaukee, Walworth, & Racine Counties in Wisconsin.

DIVORCE MEDIATION SERVICES

CO-MEDIATION SERVICES

CO-MEDIATION SERVICES

In the event that the divorcing parties have children, our goal is to make it easier for them to be the best parents they can be for the children’s sake. Learn More

PRE-DECREE DIVORCE

PRE-DECREE DIVORCE

Divorce mediation is increasingly well known and becoming widely accepted in all parts of the country. At C.E.L. and Associates, you and your spouse sit down in the same room with a neutral mediator. Learn More

POST-DECREE DIVORCE

POST-DECREE DIVORCE

Post-divorce decree mediation typically happens when communication has broken down between the parties or one person wants to change a parenting schedule. Learn More

Divorce Mediation and Parenting Coordinators

“My commitment to mediation allows me to make a difference in people’s lives while they are embroiled in conflict. I help people work through their problems through a process that helps them develop skills they can use for years to come. Through my divorce mediation services, I help people resolve their conflicts and teach them problem solving, empathy and self-determination. I try to give them the ability to make informed decisions for themselves. I have achieved a major objective, if when confronted with a conflict, my clients refer back to what they learned in mediation.”

Listen to Divorce Dialogues Podcast with Brian James

Brian joins Katherine Miller on Divorce Dialogues Podcast discussing divorcing a narcissist in mediation.

Listen to Until There Was Me™ Podcast hosted by Andrea Javor with C.E.L.'s very own Ellen Feldman.

“Mediation is not for everyone. But most people, as long as they can advocate for themselves, can see huge potential upside in mediating with their soon to be ex spouse.” – Ellen Feldman

Listen to DreamsRecycled Podcast hosted by Tiffany Ann with special guest C.E.L.'s Brian James.

Tiffany Ann Beverlin CEO founder of DreamsRecycled, speaks to experts in their field and inspirational people on recycling your life and finding joy, to live your best life. Everyone goes through some adversity, whether divorce or any kind of other loss, we are here to help you thrive.

How to Convince Your Spouse to Divorce with Mediation

Are you hoping to get divorced with mediation, but you don’t know how to sell it to your spouse? In the episode, my guest, Divorce Mediator, Ellen Feldman offers 6 ways to convince your spouse that mediation works.

6 Benefits of Mediation for Kids

One of, if not the best reason to get divorced using the mediation process is the kids. In this episode, my guest, divorce mediator, Brian James and I discuss 6 benefits of mediation for kids.

Listen to Divorce Dialogues Podcast with Brian James

Brian joins Katherine Miller on Divorce Dialogues Podcast discussing divorcing a narcissist in mediation.

Listen to DreamsRecycled Podcast hosted by Tiffany Ann with special guest C.E.L.'s Brian James.

Tiffany Ann Beverlin CEO founder of DreamsRecycled, speaks to experts in their field and inspirational people on recycling your life and finding joy, to live your best life. Everyone goes through some adversity, whether divorce or any kind of other loss, we are here to help you thrive.

C.E.L. & Associates, Inc. – Divorce Mediation and Parenting Coordinator Services

Mediation Services can be arranged during all phases of a divorce, from the beginning to many years after the divorce is finalized.  At C.E.L. and Associates, Inc., we offer a full suite of mediation services, from all aspects of the divorce process to one specific issue and everywhere in between.   Unlike some court-mandated mediation that only occurs by the order of the court, take months to get into and only on limited issues, couples regularly seek out private mediation services during all phases of the procedure.

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How Mediation Can Streamline Your Messy Divorce

Divorce can be emotionally exhausting and legally complex, especially when both parties struggle to agree on critical issues such as child custody, alimony, and property division. Traditional courtroom divorces often exacerbate conflict and take a significant amount of time and money to resolve. However, divorce mediation offers a more streamlined approach, allowing couples to work

Navigating the Legal Process: Basic Facts About Uncontested Divorce

Divorce is often a challenging process, but an uncontested divorce can offer a quicker and more amicable resolution for both parties involved. In this type of divorce, both spouses agree on major issues such as property division, child custody, and support arrangements. According to Forbes, uncontested divorces took about eight months on average to complete,

Why Divorce Assistance Is So Critical for Fathers in a Court of Law

Divorce is a challenging process for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for fathers. The legal system can sometimes feel stacked against fathers when it comes to custody and visitation rights. According to Newsweek, most children with divorced parents live with their mothers, which often leaves fathers feeling sidelined in the lives of their

C.E.L. & Associates, Inc. – Helpful Tools

Below are a few helpful tools to estimate the costs of Child Support, Spousal Support and information on how divorced parents are to pay for college for their children if they can’t agree.

Please note that the numbers create by the calculators are just an estimate.  If you’d like an exact number for the Child Support, we can calculate the exact number for $250.00.

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