Many couples choose to explore mediation when it comes time to end their marriage. People often consider mediation a less stressful and more cost-effective solution than traditional divorce. That said, the divorcing couple should take time to ensure they are properly prepared for the upcoming legal process. While every situation is unique based on the characteristics of the marriage, there are numerous common factors that the divorcing couple must prepare for, such as: Organize your legal papers: Including official documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates and tax returns, i ..read more

If you are like most Coloradoans who end their marriage, you will resolve divorce-related matters through mediation. This process is typically faster, more peaceful and less expensive than going to court, but there are some common mistakes people make that complicate things. Avoiding these can help you navigate mediation more easily. Mistake: Being unprepared You do not need to have all the answers when you start mediation, but failing to prepare at all can be a costly oversight. Before and throughout the mediation process, having information gathered and organized can be incredibly helpf ..read more

Even though popular media often portrays the opposite, many marriages end amicably. The divorcing couple seeks to work together to resolve conflicts and move peacefully toward their exciting, independent futures. To this end, numerous couples choose divorce mediation rather than proceeding through a traditional courtroom divorce. There are several reasons why a couple would choose to pursue mediation. For example, the mediation process is generally shorter than the traditional divorce process. As such, there is usually a cost savings. Additionally, couples often enjoy the low-stress, low-confl ..read more

Legal separation is more than just a steppingstone to a divorce. Some couples may treat it as merely a part of the divorce process, but separation is an important legal process in and of itself. A legal separation is a court order that stipulates the rights and obligations of a couple that has decided to live separately. Spouses may choose to live apart from each other at any time during the marriage, but it is the formal declaration by the court that makes a separation legally official. When exploring whether a legal separation is right for you, there are several important factors to consider ..read more

Many couples choose to explore mediation when it comes time to end their marriage. People often consider mediation a less stressful and more cost-effective solution than traditional divorce. That said, the divorcing couple should take time to ensure they are properly prepared for the upcoming legal process. While every situation is unique based on the characteristics of the marriage, there are numerous common factors that the divorcing couple must prepare for, such as: Organize your legal papers: Including official documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates and tax returns, i ..read more

Navigating through a divorce isn’t always going to be simple. Your case may be complex, and you could find that your spouse isn’t as willing to work with you as you’d hoped. If you’re eager to settle your divorce and move on, something you may want to talk about with your attorney is the potential for mediation. Mediation is a great way to negotiate with one another and to settle your divorce in a less formal setting, but it only works if you and your spouse are willing to work together. To make it more likely that mediation will work for you, there are some things you should and should not do ..read more

Even though popular media often portrays the opposite, many marriages end amicably. The divorcing couple seeks to work together to resolve conflicts and move peacefully toward their exciting, independent futures. To this end, numerous couples choose divorce mediation rather than proceeding through a traditional courtroom divorce. There are several reasons why a couple would choose to pursue mediation. For example, the mediation process is generally shorter than the traditional divorce process. As such, there is usually a cost savings. Additionally, couples often enjoy the low-stress, low-confl ..read more

Did you know that you do not have to take your divorce to court? If you have not heard about mediation, you may want to investigate more. Here are five reasons mediation may be a better way to settle your divorce: Reduces costs: Going to court takes longer, therefore, costs more money in legal fees. You and your spouse could use this money better. Reduces conflict: Mediation involves negotiating rather than arguing or trying to win at the expense of the other person. Saves time: Mediation is much quicker, and you could finalize your divorce in as little as two months. The sooner you complete ..read more

Divorce Resolutions recently had the pleasure of sponsoring the first Virtual Annual Advanced Family Law Conference presented by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). AAML members look forward to this event every year. However, the current landscape challenged the event hosts to provide the same quality experience online this year, which was a great success. The day was hosted by Cynthia Ciancio, Esq. of Ciancio Ciancio Brown, and mediator with Divorce Resolutions, Colorado Center for Divorce Mediation. The goal of the day was to promote advanced educational opportunities for att ..read more

Mediation is the divorce process in which you and your spouse sit down with a mediator to work through your split together. In this process, you will also set the stage for a co-parenting relationship if you have children and are both going to be involved. This new relationship is challenging, but in many ways, mediation is the first step to building your successful co-parenting relationship. Here are some of the benefits that mediation provides that can also be helpful to your future family dynamics: Learn to have productive conversations In mediation, you and your spouse will work together t ..read more