May 20, 2023
We understand that you may feel like admitting that your marriage is over, and you are headed toward divorce is a failure. Our society reinforces that with messages in movies and on TV that focus on high conflict divorces that must be settled in the courtroom. However, the team at AMS Mediation can help you find a way toward a successful, fair and equitable divorce that can help you find peace and closure. What does a successful divorce look like?
Collaborative: Collaborative may not be a word that you generally associate with divorce, but it can be.
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May 13, 2023
In order to get through the divorce process in the healthiest way possible, it is important to build a network or support system for yourself. You may have loved ones, friends or co-workers that you can lean on during this time, but it may also be a time to enlist the help of professionals as well to provide you with sound information and to help you make important decisions and cope with the big changes
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Feb 10, 2023
Divorce mediation is recommended by the court system over a court battle (called litigation). If you are a Minnesota couple that has made the decision to use mediation for divorce, here are 5 tips that can help you get the process started:
1. Create detailed lists: So, one large part of the mediation process is determining how to fairly split all of the property that you share
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Jan 27, 2023
There is no denying how difficult a divorce can be for every member of your family. This difficulty is made worse by heightened conflict during the divorce process. Divorce mediation is a way to reach resolution on the terms of your divorce without continuing to intensify the conflict. The Minnesota courts now recommend that all couples try divorce before proceeding through the court system. So, if you are wondering if divorce mediation
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Jan 20, 2023
Sharing the custody of your children is a huge adjustment for the entire family. Turning one household into two generally means a relocation for one parent at the very least and a need to balance finances between the two households. There are also many logistical challenges that go along with the separation process and parenting from different households. Co-parenting may be the most significant change for parents
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May 17, 2022
When you have children, the decision to divorce gets much more complicated. Not only does this decision impact you and your spouse, but also the lives of your kids. In fact, many couples wrestle with this issue for months if not years, unsure how to do the right thing for themselves while protecting their kids. The way you proceed with your divorce very much matters when it comes to protecting your children. Here are some tips
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