While courts remain closed, is there a silver lining for divorcing couples during the pandemic? Absolutely! Alternative Dispute Resolution offers a variety of options and opportunities. In fact, for most couples, there are unexpected benefits. And that goes for their lawyers too!
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Vicki Shemin, JD, LICSW, ACSW
Vicki L. Shemin, J.D., LICSW, ACSW, a partner at Fields and Dennis LLP, has been consistently recognized on a national and state level for showing dedication, compassion, leadership and excellence in family law and alternative dispute resolution. For the past two years, she has been recognized as a Super Lawyer, was named a “Top Ten Attorney in Family Law in Massachusetts” and a “Top Rated Lawyer: Women Leaders in the Law.” In 2018, she was named among TOP WOMEN OF LAW in Massachusetts.
With her dual-degree in law and clinical social work, Attorney Shemin is distinctively well-suited to offer clients an array of dispute resolution options including mediation, collaborative law, settlement negotiations, parenting coordination, divorce consultation and coaching, guardian ad litem evaluative opinions, premarital and postnuptial agreements – and she even has a subspecialization in handling cases for those interested in working on “agreements to stay married.”
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The Real Story Behind “Marriage Story”
Rich or poor, the currency is communication. The challenge is to hire a divorce professional (or team) to help get you to the finish line while preserving dignity, civility, and the priceless co-parenting relationship.
Cohabitation After Divorce: Reasons You Need a Co-Tenancy Agreement
Cohabitation after divorce seems like a great alternative to remarriage, but it’s still important to take steps to protect yourself.
Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Divorce: 5 Ways to Be a Hero
Mother’s Day or Father’s Day can be challenging for divorced parents. Here are 5 ways to be a hero and a role model for your kids – in spite of how you feel about your ex.
Facebook: In Divorce, You Can Run but You Cannot Hide
The role of Facebook in divorce is expanding thanks to a new law that allows a spouse to serve an absent spouse with a complaint for divorce.
8 Survival Tips for Living Together During Divorce
Living together during divorce can be a nightmare. Here are eight tried-and-true survival tips for living together during divorce.
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