Nov 3, 2017 | Comprehensive Mediation, Divorce Coach, Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Mediator Near ME, Neutral Mediator, Partner Separation Mediator
Divorce mediation has become not only much more common over the last several decades but, in many cases, it has become the preferred choice of partners who have chosen to end their married relationship. More couples are showing a preference for not entering into the more traditional court-centered divorce process, but opting instead to resolve the terms of their divorce in a more cooperative way. If you find yourself in such a place and you live in the Chanhassen, Minnesota area, consider reaching out to Johnson Mediation for more information about how divorce mediation might work for you.
Oct 26, 2017 | Comprehensive Mediation, Divorce Mediation, Early Neutral Evaluations, Mediation, Mediator Near ME, Neutral Mediator
If you are preparing for a divorce, you may assume that the only way to get an equitable and fair settlement is to hire a divorce attorney to represent you and your interests. But, moving ahead with litigation to settle the important aspects of your divorce may not be the only (or even the best) way forward. Litigation can be expensive and time consuming and does not often provide you with any element of control over the outcome. The court system generally decides how your assets and property are divided and how your children’s time is divided between you and your divorcing spouse.
Oct 19, 2017 | Comprehensive Mediation, Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Neutral Mediator, Partner Separation Mediator
Divorce is often characterized in our society as highly contentious, with intense emotions, competing priorities which often lead to a nasty, bitter end to an unhappy marriage. Conflict is the foundation for many divorces in our country — but it does not have to be this way. Rather than looking at divorce as a battle, it is possible to view it differently. Divorcing spouses can instead choose to settle the terms of a divorce with cooperation and a focus on the future, rather than the past. In fact, the idea that you and your soon to be ex-spouse are partners, rather than adversaries can go a long way toward finding solutions that put your family first and help you through this difficult time.
Oct 14, 2017 | Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Mediator Near ME, Neutral Mediator, Partner Separation Mediator
Deciding to move forward with a divorce is a huge decision – one that has likely taken much time, thought and emotional energy. Once you and your spouse have decided to divorce, it is important to spend time thinking about how you want to navigate the process. Generally speaking, there are two options — proceeding through the court system for your divorce or pursuing settlement via divorce mediation. If you have questions about which path is right for you, we have outlined some of the differences between the methods below. The Johnson Mediation team is available to help answer questions about the process and offers a free consultation so that you can be sure that you make the best choice for you and your family.
Oct 7, 2017 | Comprehensive Mediation, Divorce Coach, Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Neutral Mediator
How do you know if you need a divorce coach? If you’re going through a divorce and finding it difficult to navigate the complex web of emotions, logistics, stress of keeping other parts of your life in order, then the chances are good that you could benefit from our Divorce Coaching service. Johnson Mediation offers divorce coaching for individuals who need support because a partner is not supportive or for those who may need help navigating the difficulty around the process.
Sep 27, 2017 | Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Neutral Mediator, Parenting Specialist, Parenting Time
The Social Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) process is designed to evaluate the ability of two people involved in a divorce proceed to resolve their disagreements over child custody and parenting time. We at Johnson Mediation, located in Chanhassen, MN, but also serving Shakopee and many other communities in the state, provide Social Early Neutral Evaluations for divorcing couples who could benefit from determining their ability to resolve such issues.
The Social Early Neutral Evaluation process is designed to be a short-term process and to be completely confidential. It usually requires about one month, from start to finish. Typically, a team consisting of one male and one female, one a mediator and one a representative from Family Court Services, evaluates issues between the divorcing parents and then provides feedback to the divorcing couple.
