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The Disconnect and Uncertainty of Divorce During the Pandemic and How Mediation Can Help

By Ellen Barron Feldman (efeldman@celandassociates.com) As a mediator and a collaborative attorney, I have been doing co-mediation exclusively by zoom since March 2020. The context is unsettling at best.  Couples are together in their homes, trying to home-school their children, wondering if they will be losing their jobs or able to pay the mortgage, not

Four Major Benefits of a Divorce Mediator in Chicago

A divorce mediator in Chicago can help the parties resolve issues involved in the divorce process, such as property division, shared parenting responsibilities, parenting time and child support matters.  In addition to saving time and money in the process by avoiding expensive and time-consuming litigation, other major benefits of using a divorce mediator in Chicago

Clearing up Myths Involved in Divorce Mediation in Chicago

Divorce mediation in Chicago is an alternative to litigating issues on which spouses do not agree as part of their divorce.   While divorce mediation in Chicago has been around for decades, some misconceptions have arisen regarding the process and getting a divorce.   Some myths and realities are discussed below. It is not Possible to Mediate

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

Who Needs a Family Mediator in Chicago?

Family mediators in Chicago are tasked with helping family members reach an agreement regarding a legal case that will be formalized into a contract or order which will be binding on the parties. Family mediators in Chicago may be hired in a variety of cases. Mediation is a process that is used by parties who

Three Things You Didn’t Know about Divorce Mediation in Chicago

Although divorce mediation in Chicago is quickly becoming recognized as a sensible alternative to a bitter fight in court, many people are still unfamiliar with this process. Learning these three facts about divorce mediation in Chicago can help you make an informed decision about whether this process may make sense for you. Divorce Mediation is