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Divorce-Mediation-Zoom-Screen-Shot-300x169Ask anyone who has been through it, and they’ll tell you nothing can ever make divorce “easy”. Even if you and your partner are happy to be moving in separate directions, ending a marriage takes a toll. But the process used to be a lot tougher. Once, the only path forward was standard litigation or negotiations between parties and/or lawyers. Then, mediation made its way into the matrimonial and family law landscape, offering a new method of dispute resolution.

However, while the concept of divorce mediation – a more collaborative, and arguably less stressful approach to divorce appealed to many Wayne County couples, even accessing that route wasn’t easy for everyone. Most mediation services were typically delivered face-to-face, meaning couples could sometimes struggle to find a partner that was close, convenient, and right for their needs.

Fortunately, now the family law space is changing again. Virtual mediation for Wayne County residents (otherwise known as online or digital mediation), is a far more flexible option. There’s no need to travel to an office (local or otherwise) unless you want to. Plus, you get the freedom to choose any mediator you feel comfortable, and confident with. Continue reading ›

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Couple-Table-Computer-300x200Virtual Divorce Mediation in Steuben County: The Low-Stress Alternative to Litigation

Divorce can be draining. Even if you and your (soon-to-be-ex) partner mutually decided to part ways, there are a lot of loose threads to tie up before you can move on with the next stage of your life. But divorce doesn’t always have to mean courtrooms, conflict, and chaos.

There will always be situations that demand the input of the courts, but many couples throughout Steuben County, and across New York have discovered a gentler, more collaborative way to negotiate through mediation. This method of alternative dispute resolution, working with a divorce mediator, has become incredibly popular, particularly for those who want to avoid the headaches of endless court appearances.

Divorce Mediation gives you a chance to resolve issues privately, respectfully, and efficiently. Sometimes, it can even help preserve crucial family dynamics, and shield children from the negative side effects of adversarial litigative proceedings.

The biggest challenge for most couples, is simply finding a mediator they feel comfortable working with throughout the process. Not so long ago, mediation sessions happened almost exclusively in-person, meaning many couples were limited to choosing mediators that operated directly within Steuben County. Now though, virtual mediation, through channels like Zoom, has paved the way to more freedom and choice for every couple.  Continue reading ›

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CoupleCouchSweaterMediation-300x200Litigation isn’t the only way to approach divorce in New York. In fact, many couples find that they prefer alternative dispute resolution options – particularly if they’re trying to avoid stressful courtroom appearances, or maintain amicable relationships for the sake of their children.

For residents of Putnam county, divorce mediation can be a convenient, collaborative way to make decisions at the end of a marriage. I’ve even seen situations where this process can save couples time, money, and heartache. The New York courts themselves even advocate for mediation – provided the circumstances are right. The only problem is finding the right mediator.

New York is home to at least hundreds of divorce mediators, all from different backgrounds and walks of life – but only a handful of those are local to Putnam county, and not every mediator you meet with is guaranteed to be the best option for your specific situation.

The good news is that virtual mediation offers a flexible alternative to working with a local professional – allowing couples to choose the support that resonates with them – regardless of location. Here’s why Putnam County residents might choose me as their virtual mediator. Continue reading ›

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Nice-Office-Mediation-300x158Getting separated or divorced is an emotionally charged experience to say the least.  It can seem like an incredibly complicated process, but working with the right professionals can make it as smooth as possible.  Ending a marriage, whether it’s an amicable split or not – creates a lot of headaches – from figuring out how you’re going to divide assets, to determining parenting time strategies.

For some couples in Tompkins County, the best option is to hand the case over to the New York courts, hiring their litigators, and trusting in them to identify an outcome that meets everyone’s best interests. However, other couples prefer to avoid court rooms, or maintain more control over the decisions made about their future lives – and that’s where mediation comes in.

I’ve found mediation to be an incredible solution for many of the people I work with– one that helps them to avoid the stress and headaches of standard divorce procedures, and even maintain some of the amicable relationship they have with their ex-spouse. Continue reading ›

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iStockCoupleblondedigital-300x200For couples all across New York, and Long Island, divorce mediation services have emerged as a valuable, effective alternative to traditional litigation processes.

Although any divorce can be complicated to navigate, particularly when it involves complex decisions about parenting time, equitable distribution, and maintenance, I’ve found that divorce mediation can streamline the journey for many clients. It can reduce the need for individuals to regularly appear in court to argue their case, reduce the stress of the divorce experience, and even help to preserve positive relationships between partners going their separate ways.

In Jefferson County, New York, divorce mediation has long stood as an appealing option to many couples – yet the nature of traditional mediation processes, usually dependant on face-to-face, in-person interactions has limited the number of mediators clients could choose to work with in the past.

Now that family law attorneys and certified mediators like me can offer access to digital mediation sessions, hosted through platforms like Zoom, Jefferson County residents have more freedom than ever before. They can choose any mediator they want to work with – regardless of their location.

Here’s why you might consider choosing me as your virtual divorce mediator. Continue reading ›

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Couplesofa-300x200The end of a marriage is difficult for any couple to navigate. Whether you’ve spent months or years with your partner, untangling your life, working out child custody, parenting time, child support, maintenance (alimony) and assets from theirs can be extremely complex. Often, the first step in streamlining the process, is choosing the right strategy.

For some couples, a traditional litigation procedure will be the most suitable option. For many residents of Oswego County, however, divorce mediation stands as a valuable alternative. While mediation doesn’t appeal to every couple, it can be extremely effective at minimizing the stress associated with the divorce journey, preserving amicable relationships, and accelerating results.

As both a family law attorney in New York, and a divorce mediator, I’ve seen for myself how successful mediation can be, which is why I recommend it to many of my clients. The main issue in the past, has been offering my services to Oswego County residents, located a significant distance from my office in Nassau County, Long Island. Continue reading ›

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Mediationpic21Zoomwomanonescreenmaninoffice-300x200Divorce is always a complex process, but sometimes having a certain level of control over how you approach the journey can make it a lot simpler to manage. For some couples, traditional litigation procedures may be the best, and most effective way to sever the ties created by a marriage.

However, many Chautauqua County couples can also benefit from alternative dispute resolution methods, like mediation. For years, divorce mediation has stood as an attractive solution to couples that want to streamline the divorce process, and avoid unnecessary stress.

Used correctly, it can even help some couples maintain amicable relationships at the end of their marriage, which can be a priority for those with children. When suitable, I often recommend mediation as an option for my clients, though I continue to work as a litigation attorney too.

I’ve seen plenty of evidence, as a divorce mediation lawyer, that meditation can make divorce proceedings less stressful, and more convenient for clients. The biggest challenge many clients have faced in the past, however, has been finding the right mediator for their needs. Continue reading ›

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Mediationpic12lawyersmanglassesblondewoman-300x200In the right circumstances, divorce mediation can be an excellent way for couples in Rensselaer County to come to terms about how they want to navigate the end of their marriage. While litigation is an extremely effective option, which can be necessary in certain circumstances, when alternative dispute resolution options aren’t appropriate, mediation offers numerous benefits.

As both a divorce mediator and family law attorney, Mr. Darren Shapiro frequently recommends divorce mediation as an option, highlighting the opportunity to reduce the stress involved in litigation proceedings, and sometimes accelerate the decision-making process.

In the right circumstances, mediation can be a more convenient, and less stressful way to bring an end to a marriage, and leave a partnership on the right terms. However, finding the ideal mediator hasn’t always been easy, as many Rensselaer County residents have been limited to choosing local professionals, regardless of whether they address their needs completely. Continue reading ›

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Mediationpic24Zoomwomanonscreenmaninoffice-300x200Though the litigation process can be extremely effective, and sometime essential in certain cases, alternative dispute resolution methods have grown increasingly popular over the users. Divorce mediation, for instance, can offer couples a more comfortable way to make decisions at the end of their marriage, eliminating or reducing the time spent in court rooms, or presenting information to judges.

Though I’m both a family law attorney and divorce mediator, I frequently recommend divorce mediation to couples for various reasons. It can help reduce the stress involved in the divorce journey, and even allow individuals to preserve amicable relationships with their former partners.

However, though divorce mediation is now common in New York, Long Island, and throughout the US, finding the right mediator hasn’t always been simple. Many Schenectady County residents, for instance, have long been restricted to local mediators, because mediations were traditionally hosted face-to-face. Fortunately, this is starting to change.

Since the pandemic, my Law and Mediation Office has implemented new processes that allow mediators like me to offer virtual mediation options to Schenectady County residents, and couples all over New York. Here’s your guide to the benefits of virtual mediation. Continue reading ›

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Maintenance-Fight-300x200Divorce mediation is one of the most popular forms of alternative dispute resolution, and a process I recommend considering for New Yorker’s contemplating dissolving their marriage. In an article referenced on Mediate.com it was stated that studies have shown that mediation can drive amicable resolutions in around 80% of cases. While I have not reviewed the stated studies I think it is fair to say that eighty percent or more of the couples that start mediation with me end up resolving the case and reaching a settlement.  I litigate and mediate and can honestly say that mediation is in almost all instances also less expensive, less stressful, and less complex than litigation.

In the past, usually, the way to access mediation services was to book face-to-face sessions with a professional. For the many clients who don’t want to have to drive long distances to find a mediator, this often limited their option on who they could work with.

However, all that has begun to change. Since the pandemic, the digital world, and the courts of New York, through e-filing, have begun supporting mediators like me with virtual options and digital filing. We can host sessions with residents of Broome County, or any other locations over channels like Zoom, and even e-file documents with the courts, to make the mediation process more convenient than ever. Continue reading ›

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