Alternative Dispute Resolution Services
If you have been told by the court system, an attorney, or someone else helping you navigate divorce that you should use an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method to help settle the terms of your separation or divorce, you may wonder what options are available to you. An alternative dispute resolution is a method of settling disputes like custody and other divorce issues without going through the traditional court system. One very effective alternative dispute resolution method is mediation. AMS Mediation specializes in helping couples and families settle the terms of their divorce without litigation.
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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
Divorce can be expensive. A traditional divorce through the court system is estimated to cost up to $20,000. This is in addition to the expenses related to separate housing, etc that comes with going from living in one household to two. These expenses can really compound the stress of divorce for many couples and even can deter a couple from taking the necessary step. Here are some ways that you can save money
One of the biggest adjustments (and sometimes surprises) after divorce is realizing that you still need to maintain a relationship with your ex in order to effectively co-parent. When the divorce papers are signed, your marriage is over, so your relationship shifts to working together as co-parents. This can be extremely difficult and stressful for a family – for the adults and the kids. AMS Mediation offers co-parenting coaching to help families adjust to their new normal.
The last two years have been filled with change. Adapting to a global pandemic has taken a huge toll on many, with stress higher in many professions (especially healthcare) and a shift for many to evaluating their career trajectory and their work-life balance. Many people have also been evaluating their personal relationships during this time. While the divorce rate dipped during the peak of COVID-19
