When you are going through a separation, divorce, or other type of family dispute, agreeing with your former spouse can be difficult. Family mediation is a valuable tool for resolving conflicts between parents or former spouses, particularly when it comes to issues like separation agreements, decision-making responsibility, or parenting time. During the mediation process, an …
Read MoreNot only can the stress of settling a divorce, separation, or parenting time negatively affect mental health, but pre-existing mental health conditions can play a critical role in family law cases. At Gelman & Associates, our lawyers can assist with family law cases and additional challenges introduced by mental health concerns. Contact us today to …
Read MoreWe spoke with family lawyer Claire McDowell about some commonly-asked questions on family mediation in Ontario. Please be advised that these answers are not intended as legal advice, but rather as an introductory overview on a legal subject. For legal advice regarding family mediation Ontario, we recommend consulting with an Ontario family lawyer. Contact us …
Read MoreBy: Claire McDowell The following is not intended as legal advice, but rather as an introductory overview on a legal subject. For legal advice regarding your own separation, we recommend consulting with an Ontario family law lawyer. Please contact us to schedule a consultation with Gelman & Associates today. The media has been publishing story …
Read MoreWe asked Paul Slan, a lawyer & the Director of Professional Development at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about alternative dispute resolution services in Ontario. Please note that these answers are not intended as legal advice but rather as an introductory overview of a legal subject. For legal advice regarding dispute resolution services …
Read MoreWhen you’re going through a separation, having the right mediator can make all the difference in the experience you have and how conflict is resolved between you and your soon-to-be former spouse. Not every mediator will be the right one for you, but there are a few things you can do to help you choose …
Read MoreWe often hear about how artificial intelligence (“AI”) is being used to transform various industries, such as how we drive cars and how we communicate with one another. One area that people may not have thought lent itself strongly to the use of AI is alternative dispute resolution. However, a recent article in the Law …
Read MoreAn Ontario court recently considered whether or not it should overturn an arbitration award because one of the parties only received notice that mobility was an issue the day before the arbitration commenced. Background The parties were married in May 2003 and separated in January 2011. They had three children together. In 2013, the …
Read MoreSee my latest AdvocateDaily article on the benefits of mediation. https://www.advocatedaily.com/jennifer-samara-shuber-confidentiality-creativity-of-mediation-helpful-in-wealthy-divorces.html
Read MorePeople often ask me why I believe in mediation. Why I mediate. I believe in mediation because, in many cases, it is a superior process to litigation and results in better outcomes for individuals and families. Self-Determination Couples going through a separation often feel powerless. Circumstances in their personal lives have gotten to the point …
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