May 17, 2025
When Sarah and Jason made the difficult decision to divorce, their primary concern was how it would impact their two young children. They both wanted to ensure their kids felt loved and secure, even as their family structure changed. Rather than fighting in court, they chose divorce mediation to resolve their issues calmly and amicably, for the sake of their children. It wasn’t easy, but with the right mediator, they were able to work together to find solutions that put their kids first.
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					May 3, 2025
If you’re considering divorce mediation in Minnesota, one of your first questions is likely, “How long will this take?” The good news is that mediation is typically much faster than traditional litigation, and far less stressful. At AMS Mediation, we help Minnesota families resolve divorce-related issues efficiently, respectfully, and on your schedule.
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					Mar 8, 2025
It was a crisp Saturday morning when Sarah sat across from Jake at their kitchen table, both silently sipping their coffee. The weight of the moment wasn’t lost on them; they had decided that their relationship, no longer a partnership of love but one of familiarity, was over. Yet, despite the heartache and uncertainty about their future, one thing remained clear: they both wanted the best for their two children.
They knew that their separation would not be simple, especially when it came to co-parenting. While their romantic relationship had ended, the responsibilities of parenthood would continue
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					Feb 15, 2025
Divorce is a challenging and emotional process, especially when children are involved. One of the most pressing concerns for divorcing couples is determining a fair and effective parenting time arrangement, often referred to as visitation or custody. The idea of dividing parenting responsibilities can be overwhelming, and many parents worry about whether the resulting agreement will truly reflect their child’s best interests. This concern is magnified by the traditional court-based
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					Jan 25, 2025
One of the most common questions we are asked at AMS Mediation is whether or not divorce mediation can be successful for a divorce that is complex, high in conflict and/or emotion, or just simply difficult. Most people assume that complicated divorces are destined for a court battle. However, divorce mediation is actually highly effective and even recommended by the courts BEFORE you attempt to resolve your divorce
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					Jan 18, 2025
If you have children with your partner but were never married, you may wonder how you should navigate custody if the two of you are separating. AMS Mediation offers custody mediation which is specifically designed for never married couples to resolve the issues around custody, parenting time, child support and other joint decisions. Using custody mediation instead of hiring lawyers and going through the litigation process can save you significant time and money and can also reduce the overall conflict between you and your ex.
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