Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- August 18, 2021
4 Things to do Before Filing for Divorce
- May 25, 2021
If you know anyone who has been divorced, or have been divorced yourself, you know the divorce process is stressful and sometimes time consuming. If you are considering filing for divorce, or know some else who may be contemplating divorce, here are my recommendations for actions to take prior to filing a Divorce Complaint to…
Arbitration: Myths and Realities
- April 14, 2021
*This article was originally published in Pennsylvania Family Lawyer, Volume 42, Issue No. 4 MYTH #1: Arbitration costs more than litigation. REALITY: A poorly managed arbitration can cost more than litigation; however, the efficiencies and flexibility of the process offset the added fees for the arbitrator, making arbitration less costly than litigation. The process is streamlined….
Cooperative Divorce – Keep Options Open
- February 27, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…
Collaborative Divorce – Keep Out of Court
- February 25, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…
Early Neutral Evaluation – Test the Waters
- February 23, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…
Arbitration Process: Selecting a Judge for Resolution
- February 20, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…
Mediation Process: Give Peace a Chance
- February 18, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…
Dispute Resolution Options in the Age of COVID-19
- July 1, 2020
As I write this, the court systems have been shut down for all but emergencies by the COVID-19 pandemic for the past eight weeks. In addition to the denial of case resolution and turmoil for children caught in limbo amidst their parents’ custody differences, the closure of courts has caused a reduction in revenue for…
Legal Consultation: What Should I Bring?
- January 12, 2020
One of the most frequently asked questions prospective clients ask when scheduling their initial consultation is, “what should I bring to our legal consultation?”. The list below is an example of what documents you can look to gather in an effort to make the most of your first meeting. Tax Returns Mortgage Statements Bank Statements…