Archive for March, 2009

Using Mediation as a Parenting Tool

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

Last year, my family was featured in a Sacramento Bee article about how my husband and I utilize mediation techniques to parent our children.  I have received very positive feedback on the piece since it first appeared in the paper.  People have enjoyed reading an encouraging article and appreciated the constructive parenting tips.
In our home, [...]

Mediation vs. Arbitration

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

What is Mediation?
Mediation is a conflict resolution process which brings in a neutral third party, the mediator, to facilitate the communication between the parties in an effort to help them resolve their differences and reach a mutual agreement.
Mediation vs. Arbitration

More formal method of dispute resolution although less formal than a court trial
Parties present evidence (either [...]

How is Mediation Different Than Going to Court?

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

What is Mediation?
Mediation is a conflict resolution process that brings in a neutral third party, the mediator, to facilitate the communication between the parties in an effort to help them resolve their differences and reach a mutual agreement.
Litigation in a Dissolution of Marriage

This the expected way to handle a Dissolution of Marriage - each Party [...]