Divorce Corp is a new documentary espousing the downside of divorce litigation. I have not watched the movie, but based on the trailer (found at: http://www.divorcecorp.com/), the movie focuses on the tremendous cost - financially and emotionally - of litigation. As a family law mediator and attorney, those themes ring true to me. I have seen the worst of litigation and how it destroys people, families and, most tragically, children. That type of collateral damage is why I became a … [Read more...]
Arizona Family Law Mediation – An Insider’s View
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
I am a legal assistant for a law and mediation firm in Scottsdale Arizona, and I assist with family law matters. I have had a front row seat to observe the benefits of mediation, and the effect that costly and contentious divorce litigation has on all parties involved. With mediation, I see how happy our clients are with how quickly, inexpensively and amicably their divorce or other family law matter is completed. The mediator helps the parties reach agreements in a comfortable and relaxed … [Read more...]