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Month: March 2025

March 2025

Mediation Mondays: Success Stories from Mediation

Divorce is never easy, but for Jane* and Dave*, finding a peaceful resolution was their top priority. After years of marriage, they knew they needed to separate, but they also wanted to avoid the stress, cost, and hostility of a court battle. That’s when they turned to mediation. In our first session, emotions ran high, and communication was strained. However, through guided discussions and structured problem-solving, we helped them focus on their shared goals—particularly co-parenting of their two children, fairly dividing their assets, and maintaining a respectful relationship toward each other. Over the course of 2 sessions, we tackled difficult
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Melancholy Milestones

It innocently arrived in my mailbox – a small plain postcard.  Four short lines announcing an open house for my eldest daughter to attend at our neighborhood high school because she will be entering its halls in the fall.  The flutter felt in my stomach soon folded into a pit.  I was wrapped in emotion as I took a screenshot to send to her dad so he too could plan to attend. When he responded “ok” indicating that he got the information, I tried to reach out.  I feebly replied that I promised I would try not to cry through
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Mediation Mondays: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation can be an emotional and complex process, but proper preparation can make it more manageable. Whether you’re hoping for a peaceful resolution or simply want to avoid unnecessary stress, focusing on three key areas—gathering financial documents, identifying priorities, and staying open-minded—can set you up for success. 1. Gather Your Financial Documents One of the most important steps in mediation is having a clear understanding of your financial situation. Collect important documents such as: Having these documents ready will help ensure that discussions around asset division, child support, and alimony are based on accurate information, reducing delays and potential
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Mediation Mondays: Myth vs. Reality

Divorce mediation in Nebraska offers couples a way to resolve their differences without the stress and expense of a drawn-out courtroom battle. However, misconceptions about the process often lead people to believe it only works for certain couples or that it’s a quick fix for complex issues. In this blog, we’ll debunk common myths about divorce mediation and shed light on what it really involves. Myth 1: Divorce Mediation Only Works for Amicable Couples One of the most common misconceptions about divorce mediation is that it only works for couples who are already on good terms. In reality, mediation is
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Black and White Best Interests

She felt sick to her stomach and ran to the restroom.  She was embarrassed as she bumped past her third grade classmates.  Her cheeks were tear-stained when she made it to the nurse’s office. “I just threw up and I don’t feel good.”  The nurse took her temperature revealing a fever. “Ms. Smith?  This is Nancy, the school nurse.  Rebecca just threw up and is running a fever.  Are you able to come pick her up?” “I am.  But today is her dad’s day.  I can come get her, but you should call him first.” “Mr. Smith?  This is Nancy,
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Do NOT Do These 10 Things When You Divorce

Divorce is a time of conflicting emotions — anger, sadness, and even relief.  Typically, emotions are all over the place, which can make it difficult to make good decisions about issues that will likely have an impact on your life long after the divorce is over. The things you should be doing during a divorce — taking care of yourself and your children, planning for a new financial future, etc. — you probably already know about.  But there are also some important things you should NOT be doing during a divorce that could harm your case.  Here are 10 of
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