Read the transcript of this video below. Mediation is a process that allows a married couple to make their own decisions regarding all the issues involved in a divorce, including how to divide their assets and debts, parenting responsibilities and financial responsibilities in the future. I think letting the couple be in charge of […]
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Is there a difference between court-ordered divorce mediation and private divorce mediation?
In January in Oregon, we got a new rule in one of our counties, Multnomah County, where all the parties must use some sort of ADR, which stands for alternative dispute resolution, which equals mediation. I can see that becoming a state-wide thing that happens. Also, I’m licensed in the State of Washington. There are […]
The Divorce School Opens on April 1
On April 1, 2016, you can attend the first online learning center for those thinking about divorce, going through a divorce, and moving on after a divorce.
How many mediation sessions does it typically take to resolve all issues?
How many mediation sessions does it typically take to resolve all issues so that the couple can finalize their divorce agreement?
Does a couple have to resolve all of their divorce-related issues during mediation?
Does a couple have to resolve all of their divorce related issues during mediation or can they choose to focus on only particular issues?
How can a business owner protect their company during divorce?
How can a business owner protect their company during divorce, both financially and from unnecessary disruption from the other side’s attorney?
Is it possible to achieve resolution via mediation for a really high-conflict couple?
I have been doing this for over 20 years, and I feel like I’m a pretty good judge of how easy or difficult a case may be. Sometimes, the cases that I think will be the easiest turn out to be very difficult. Oppositely, the ones I think are very high conflict resolve very simply. […]
What should a business owner’s first step be after being served with divorce papers?
It’s the same for everybody. Take a deep breath and realize that a divorce is a marathon, not a sprint. That’s one of the things that I tell almost all of my clients. Particularly for business owners, getting organized with your business bookkeeping is something that has caused problems in many business valuation cases. I’ve […]
Podcast: Beaverton Family Lawyer on Divorce with a Business Involved
Beaverton family lawyer and mediator Laura Schantz answers common questions business owners have when going through a divorce in Oregon.
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