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Vacations Aren’t Just for Kids Anymore

Nearly everyone has treasured memories of family vacations, with all the fun and all the mishaps. When families are impacted by divorce, traditional family vacations become one-parent events. The memorable and beloved trips and experiences continue. The question is what about the parent left behind? You must never allow your children to feel guilty about

Approaching Family Mediation in Chicago Illinois in a Zen State – by Brian James

Family mediation in Chicago Illinois often grapples with some difficult tasks, such as determining what type of shared parenting responsibilities the parties will have, when visits with children will occur and how children will be raised.  In order to make the most of family mediation in Chicago Illinois, it is necessary to maintain composure and

Three Techniques to Try to Resolve an Employment Dispute in Chicago IL – by Brian James

When an employment dispute in Chicago Illinois arises, the parties may believe that the only solution is to take the issues to court and let a judge or jury decide what will happen.  However, this pursuit often leaves both parties losing with the high costs involved in litigation and with the potential loss of a

Tips from a Family Mediator in Chicago for a Successful Co-Parenting Relationship – by Brian James

A family mediator in Chicago helps parents who may not have the best relationship develop a new one for the sake of their children.  After a marriage or relationship ends, it can be difficult for parents to restructure their relationship.  However, many studies indicate that children thrive when there is less conflict between their parents. 

Having a Child-Centered Agreement with the Help of a Family Mediator in Chicago

In a typical mediation session, the parties are often told to focus on their interests in order to work out a solution.  They may exchange a provision that they do not care about as leverage for a provision that they do care about.  A family mediator in Chicago can explain that parents have a more