Maybe the main benefit that drew you to the idea of divorce mediation was the idea of control. You worried about going in front of a judge and letting them decide how to divide your assets or your time with the children. This is your life. You want to make those...
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For a confidential divorce, choose mediation
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Apr 24, 2020 | Divorce Mediation
Are you interested in a confidential divorce? Perhaps you are a politician or a public figure. Maybe you're just wary about how much information is on the internet these days. Regardless, you want your divorce to be kept secret.If so, you may want to use mediation,...
Why do people choose divorce mediation?
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Apr 2, 2020 | Divorce Mediation
Getting divorced does not necessarily mean that you have to go to court. One popular alternative is to work with a mediator, instead. You still need to get the agreement that you eventually settle on cleared by the court, but you don't need the judge to tell you what...
Factors to consider when thinking about divorce mediation
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Dec 9, 2019 | Divorce Mediation
A divorced parent in Illinois may be at a loss for what to do when their ex-spouse says that they want to meet with a child custody mediator. Understanding what mediation is and what a mediator does are important in these situations.Mediation is a way of handling a...
Divorce mediation and convincing a spouse to take part
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Nov 8, 2019 | Divorce Mediation
When an Illinois couple is experiencing marital problems and contemplating divorce, the issues that sparked the strife can be complicated and difficult to get beyond. It may seem simpler to go straight to court. For many couples, however, negotiation and divorce...
Reasons to use mediation in child custody decisions
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Apr 24, 2018 | Divorce Mediation
There are a number of reasons Illinois parents who are going through a divorce might want to work out an agreement for child custody using mediation instead of going to court. Divorce is an adversarial process that might heighten the tension between parents, and this...
The basics of divorce mediation
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Apr 10, 2018 | Divorce Mediation
Some people in Illinois who are getting a divorce might want to consider mediation instead of litigation. Mediation uses a neutral third party to help couples resolve conflict and reach an agreement. The mediation process can have a number of advantages over...
How mediation can help in a divorce
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Oct 11, 2017 | Divorce Mediation
When Illinois couples experience significant marital problems, divorce is often a consideration. While ending a marriage may be the best option for everyone, there is often much that needs to be resolved so the divorce can go forward with a minimum amount of pain and...
Preparing for divorce mediation
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Aug 30, 2017 | Divorce Mediation
When Illinois residents decide to get a divorce, they may turn to mediation. This method of dispute resolution is particularly popular for those who want to keep the talks civil while saving time and money. However, both parties can make mediation even easier if they...
What is mediation and why should I try it?
On Behalf of The Law Office Of Cynthia L. Lazar | Aug 25, 2017 | Divorce Mediation
Child custody and parenting time disputes are the worst. The notion of your ex denying you time with your child can be dirty and underhanded, but it does not help the situation to retaliate against them. It also doesn’t help to give up and simply fade away out...
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