May 15, 2020
Signing divorce papers may mean the end of your marriage, but for many, this does not always signal the end of conflict and/or issues to resolve. There are times when issues need to be re-visited because of life changes that are not predictable at the time of divorce. A Post-decree modification is when a couple faces a problem or conflict that needs resolution after a divorce is final. AMS Mediation can help you navigate these issues and determine whether you can resolve this issue using mediation rather than another litigation proceeding.
Most often, post-decree modification requests are related to issues around custody and/or finances. It is impossible to predict how
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May 7, 2020
Child custody can be one of the most difficult and messy parts of your divorce. Your children are the most important thing to both you and your ex and sharing custody is perhaps the biggest transition after a divorce is final. Problems can come up, situations change, and unexpected life events can create serious custody issues that must be resolved. Amber Serwat of AMS Mediation helps families struggling with custody issues
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Apr 29, 2020
The Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) process is an Alternative Dispute Resolution tool that offers a family information about both the strengths and weaknesses of their case and a projected outcome of a trial so that they can factor this information into their thinking as they decide how to proceed. AMS Mediation offers Early Neutral Evaluation services to families in Dakota County, Minnesota who are struggling to determine how to move forward effectively. Our neutral evaluator can present
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Apr 23, 2020
For most people who experience divorce, there are varying degrees of vulnerability associated with the experience. And vulnerability almost always leaves one feeling like they could benefit from the help and knowledge of others. Friends, family, co-workers, clergy members and professionals can all lend valuable support during this difficult time. Few experiences in life lead to a feeling of greater vulnerability than divorce
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Apr 17, 2020
It has been a difficult and stressful time for all of us. The outbreak of COVID-19 has forced businesses and schools to close and our daily schedules to be literally turned upside down. For those families who share custody of their children, this uncertain time can be especially difficult. Custody agreements could not possibly take into account all of the issues related to COVID-19. If you find yourself struggling to navigate your custody agreement during COVID-19, AMS Mediation can help you. Our child custody mediation services can help you determine how best to adjust your current custody arrangement to account for changes related to COVID-19 that are specific to your family.
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