If you have decided to settle the terms of your divorce using divorce mediation instead of through litigation, you may be wondering about how to choose a mediator that will match your style and help you achieve your goals. Choosing a mediator is important and can make a big difference in terms of the ease in which you can reach resolution. It is wise to think of it as an interview process to be sure that you get exactly what you need
Preparing yourself emotionally for divorce is difficult enough, but there are also important logistical issues that must be managed as well. There are ways to prepare to file for divorce to make the process less stressful and more straightforward. Here are some tips to help you get ready for the divorce process:
Gather and organize important documents
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it is to be flexible. We have all had to be flexible in our jobs, our parenting, changing our daily routines and adjusting to major changes to our social lives. Businesses have been forced to adjust as well and find new ways to reach clients. One thing that our team has done to respond to the new world we are in is to offer virtual mediation services to our clients. As the court system struggles
Divorce is very costly – both emotionally and financially. While it may be difficult to truly prepare yourself for the emotional stress, there are ways to prepare financially for the process. Here are some tips to help you navigate the financial challenges ahead:
1. Gather your financial information now: It may sound obvious but spending time gathering your
How do you get through difficult times? Do you hold things in? Do you overshare with people you barely know? Do you count on one good friend? Do you confide in one or more family members? There is no single way of seeking help that is always helpful. Depending on your circumstances, some approaches will work better than others. If you are fortunate enough to have one or more people in your life in whom you can confide
The safety of clients, ourselves, and colleagues is our top priority while we remain available to assist you as you navigate the new and uncharted territory caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
While providing virtual ADR services was not part of our plan, we have made the necessary accommodations to ensure we can continue to serve our clients during these unsettling times. All services are currently available through virtually. We are using Zoom for videoconferencing. We suggest that you download this app to your phone or the program to your computer at https://zoom.us/download.
We have resumed limited in-person services for sessions with 1 or 2 participants scheduled for a maximum of 2 hours. Masks are required in our building and in session. Availability is subject to change based on local regulations and CDC guidelines.
Our office hours remain the same and we remain available by phone and email. The main office number is 952.252.1492. Gabe can be reached via email at gabe@amsmediationplus.com.
We offer free 1-hour divorce consultations via Zoom. Potential PC and PTE clients are invited to schedule a free 15-minute phone call. Please call 952.252.1492 to set up an appointment. We are here to help!
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all continue to adapt to these rapidly changing and chaotic times. Stay strong, stay resilient, and stay healthy!
Sincerely,
Amber Serwat & Gabe Frye
ADR Professional & ADR Assistant
