The term “narcissistic personality disorder” has been attracting a lot of attention as people start to realize just how toxic someone with strong narcissistic traits (with or without a diagnosis) can be. Unfortunately, it’s not easy to achieve a peaceful divorce from...
Mediation
3 reasons mediation might be the right divorce solution
Married people often go to great lengths to avoid divorce. They may attempt individual counseling and couples therapy. They may have sit-down sessions with their pastor or minister. They may even turn to family members and friends for advice and guidance on how to...
Court-mandated mediation in New Jersey divorces
Due to mediation’s many benefits, it has become an integral part of the court's divorce process. There are two types of court-mandated mediation in New Jersey. Courts will often mandate it at some point during a couple’s divorce proceedings, either to attempt to...
Should you consider mediation for child custody issues?
A child custody case is often an emotional experience. When you’re also dealing with divorce, the situation becomes even tenser. Some New Jersey couples handle child custody issues in mediation instead of court. If both parents agree on all or most issues of child...
How to deal with executive compensation in New Jersey
When going through divorce as a business owner, one of the most difficult things to deal with can be executive compensation. Whether it is yourself or your spouse who is the executive in question, this can be a touchy subject during divorce proceedings. Here are a few...
Essential tips for succeeding in divorce mediation
If there is any chance to make your divorce process go as smoothly as possible, you should explore it. Fortunately, New Jersey law allows couples various options to get a divorce without stepping into a courtroom. One such alternative is mediation. If you are taking...
Mediation vs. arbitration: What’s the difference?
Although the arbitration and mediation processes do have similarities in the New Jersey legal system, they also have important differences that carry potentially significant legal consequences for the parties involved. Here, we'll explore the differences between...
Why choose mediation for divorce?
Divorce mediation is something that is growing in popularity. If you are considering it, it is understandable that you may be hesitant, but there are many positive benefits to choosing mediation. These are a few reasons why you should choose divorce mediation in New...
The potential benefits of an alternative dispute resolution
Ending your marriage away from a New Jersey courtroom may help you obtain a favorable settlement in a timely manner. Furthermore, you'll likely be able to do so at a fraction of the cost of settling a divorce through litigation. Let's take a closer look at the...
Mediation in child custody disputes
Divorced or divorcing parents in New Jersey should be aware that mediation is an option that's available to them. Child custody mediation can have several advantages when compared to court proceedings. It's not adversarial; instead, mediators seek to build consensus...