Articles Posted in Mediation

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Mediationpic20Zoomwomanmandonscreenintie-300x200Navigating the complexities of a divorce can be challenging. During such an important time, having the right mediator can make all the difference. Here’s why my office can be the right choice for many Suffolk County, New York couples:

  1. In-person and Virtual Mediation Options

In a world that’s constantly changing, our modes of communication must evolve. My Jericho, New York office is adept at offering both in-person and virtual mediation services. We cater to the convenience of clients from Suffolk County, Nassau County, Queens, and New York City.  Nowadays many couples choose to mediate on Zoom from the convenience of their own homes, but for those that wish to come to and mediate in person we have a comfortable conference room to talk through what we need to settle in Suffolk County divorce mediations or anyone that can make the trip to our Long Island office. Continue reading ›

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Mediationpic22Zoomtabletlaptop-300x200The path through family law, particularly divorce and child custody matters, can be a complex and emotionally taxing journey. The landscape is often fraught with tension, anxiety, and uncertainty. As a seasoned Nassau County Divorce Mediator and an experienced matrimonial and family law lawyer, my mission is to provide families with compassionate guidance and legal expertise through this labyrinth.

The Role of a Mediator

Mediation, an alternative to court litigation, aims to transform the otherwise adversarial divorce process into a constructive dialogue. It fosters a collaborative environment where all parties can voice their concerns and work together towards a mutually beneficial resolution. As a divorce mediator that can work with couples in my Nassau County office or all around New York State, or beyond by Zoom for those that have New York divorces but are not in the position to travel to my office, my role is to facilitate this dialogue, helping couples reach agreements on various issues, such as property division, alimony, child custody, and visitation rights.

Harnessing the Power of Virtual Mediation Continue reading ›

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Young-Couple-300x200Navigating Divorce Mediation: A Comprehensive Guide from a Nassau County Divorce Mediator

Divorce is often synonymous with emotional turmoil and complexity. Whether it’s dividing assets, managing debts, or determining custody arrangements, the process can be overwhelming. But there’s an alternative way that can help to mitigate the stress, preserve relationships, and ensure a fair resolution – divorce mediation.

As an experienced Nassau County divorce mediator and litigator operating in Nassau County, and offering remote services via Zoom and e-filing for clients on Long Island, New York City, and throughout New York state, my mission is to make the divorce process as smooth and emotionally manageable as possible.

Why Consider Divorce Mediation?

Mediation is a strategy that emphasizes dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding. Unlike litigation, which often spirals into an emotionally draining, adversarial battle, mediation offers a more serene environment. The key difference lies in the control it gives to the involved parties. In mediation, you are not surrendering your decisions to the court; instead, you are actively involved in shaping the outcomes. Continue reading ›

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Skypepic-300x200In the dynamic landscapes of both personal relationships and technological progress, we continue to adapt and evolve our services to better meet the needs of our clients. For those residing anywhere in New York State, from the bustling energy of New York City to the tranquility of upstate regions and the coastal charm of Long Island, I am proud to extend my established divorce mediation services online via Zoom.  For those who wish to come to my office in Jericho, they are always welcome.  However, by Zoom, this modern approach offers a more accessible, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional courtroom battles, enabling couples to navigate their separation process with convenience and dignity.

Divorce mediation, as an alternative to the contentious terrain of legal litigation, provides separating couples with a platform to negotiate their futures. By choosing this path, parties maintain control over their unique processes and outcomes, significantly reducing their reliance on the often unpredictable court system. This method typically saves time, emotional strain, and expense compared to traditional litigation, offering an appealing option for many. Continue reading ›

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Parents-adventure-300x200Child support payments are intended to ensure children can continue to receive the quality of life within the guidelines and earning abilities of the parents that is in the best interests of the children. This includes providing the child with a consistent level of schooling (education), health care, and support to address other needs.

However, there are limitations to what’s intended to be covered in a child support payment. For instance, private school or full-time religious schooling may be considered as an allowable statutory “add-on” to the support. While other things, like hobbies and extracurricular activities may be considered something that is not a statutory add on. Continue reading ›

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Businessdebtpicture-300x200There are a lot of important decisions that need to be made during a divorce. Separating the lives of two people, particularly after a number of years spent together can be extremely complex. Decisions need to be made not just about children and property, but in regard to crucial family planning.

It is possible, today, for would-be parents considering having a child in the future to freeze embryos, or have embryos collected for the purpose of IVF. When these couples are divorced, decisions need to be made about what to do with an embryo.

Embryos, crucially, are not marital assets subject to equitable distribution, like a house or car. Rather, the concept of contract law needs to come into play. Continue reading ›

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Meditation-Coach-300x200Welcome to the last edition in our series of articles and guides on parenting time and visitation. Through the course of this series, we’ve talked about various factors which might be relevant when you’re making decisions about visitation and parenting time following a divorce.

Although all aspects of divorce can be stressful, choices made about the care of children are often the ones that cause the most complexity for many of my clients. Each parent may believe they are doing what’s best for the child when they ask for specific agreements and orders to be made. However, not all parents will naturally agree with each other about what should happen next.

In this segment of our parenting time bullet point guide, we’re going to be looking at the concept of mindfulness in child custody and parenting time arrangements, and what may happen if you decide to discuss visitation issues during mediation. Continue reading ›

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Closeupfamily-300x200Welcome back to this third installment in our series of Parenting Time bullet point guides. Following on from the other fast-paced guides I’ve produced on this website about divorce and child custody, this particular handbook will cover everything you need to know about visitation rights, and the decisions that need to be made about parenting time for a child’s future.

So far, we’ve addressed topics like parental relationships, same-sex couples, the rights of stepparents and more. Today, we’re going to be examining when it might be appropriate for joint legal custody to be with the parents, and what that means for visitation schedules.

We’ll also be looking at the actions of parent coordinators in the legal landscape, and how they can help with things like making parenting time decisions. Continue reading ›

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All aspects of family law have their challenges to consider.Couple-Counter-300x200

Even amicable divorces that revolve around mediation can be uncomfortable and emotionally draining for the people involved. But issues often become a lot more complex when the focus shifts to the children involved in a divorce between two parents.

We know that parents in New York and various parts of the USA are deemed responsible for caring for the child, both emotionally, and financially, until they reach the age of adulthood. However, when two parents separate, it’s often difficult to determine how each parent should be expected to deliver their fair share of this “support”.

In our Child Support Bullet series, we’re tackling some of the most common issues raised in child support cases. Today, we’ll be looking at unmarried parents, mediation, and child support expectations for non-relative guardians. Continue reading ›

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We’re back for another instalment of this bullet point guide for child support.couple-chairs-300x200

If you’ve been following this blog for some time, you’ll know that I post both full articles, and bullet guides designed to offer support for people considering divorce and family law cases. It can be difficult to know where to start when you’re approaching divorce, but it’s important to ensure that you do consider all of the major issues that might affect you and your family.

In this guide, we’re looking at child support, and the way it’s paid to a custodial parent. This portion of the child support guide will discuss the options parents might have to make decisions through mediation and agreements made outside of court. Continue reading ›

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