Sep 7, 2025 | Child Custody, Child Support, Comprehensive Mediation, Divorce Mediation, Mediation, Mediator Near ME, Neutral Mediator, Post Divorce Support
Child custody issues can be extremely stressful and emotionally taxing both during a divorce and afterwards. We at Johnson Mediation can provide you with child custody support during the settlement process as well as after you have filed for divorce. We serve much of Minnesota, especially the Chanhassen area, and if you are in need of the assistance of an experienced mediator with expertise in child custody issues, contact our team for a free one hour consultation.
Sep 1, 2025 | Mediation Questions, Online Mediation, Post Divorce Support
The pandemic changed so many aspects of our daily life. Even now that hospitalizations and deaths are down and we have moved forward, many things that were implemented during that time period have stayed with us. For example, many of us still work primarily from home and many of us still do curbside pickup for our groceries. During the pandemic, our mediation firm moved all of our cases online, rather than conducting in person sessions in order to minimize the spread of the virus. Now that we are (for the most part) on the other side, we are in a position to take any of the positive changes
Aug 24, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, Divorce Process in Minnesota
One of the most common questions we receive is about how long the divorce process takes. Once a couple makes the final decision to pursue divorce, the length of the divorce process can be a very frustrating aspect of the process. It is important to know that you have choices when it comes to how you settle the terms of your divorce that can reduce the time and money that you spend on the process. Divorce mediation takes far less time than traditional litigation and can be much less expensive as well. Divorce mediation also allows you to have more control over the outcome.
Aug 18, 2025 | Child Custody, Child Visitation Mediation MN, Co-Parenting, Divorce Coaching, Post Divorce Support, Un-Married Parents Seperating
Johnson Mediation, based in Chanhassen, MN, provides professional help and guidance for child family plan modifications. Families who have gone through divorce have a new insight into a difficult life experience. Divorce is a stressful experience, even when the divorcing parents have minimal conflict and work together to end their marriage. If you worked with Johnson Mediation to finalize your divorce, you know that we prioritize the well-being of children in the mediation process. And if the agreement that you and your former spouse reached through divorce mediation needs to be modified
Aug 11, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, Divorce Process in Minnesota, Mediation Questions
Divorce is known to be one of the most stressful of all life events. As a result, when you ask about people’s experience, you will very often hear horror stories from friends, neighbors and co-workers about the process, the conflict and potential unfair outcomes. If you are considering a divorce, it is important that you keep in mind that every divorce is different and as much as people want to help, you have a lot of control over how your divorce moves forward. Here are a few common myths about divorce that you can keep in mind as you weigh this possibility for your family:
Aug 4, 2025 | Divorce Mediation
The benefits of divorce mediation have been making it a more popular choice for people who have decided to pursue divorce for the last decade at least. Johnson Mediation is proud to be at the forefront of a movement that is designed to make the unfortunate reality of divorce easier and less stressful.
Clients who have worked with us will very likely tell you that their experience with divorce was much less stressful than they would have thought it would be. That is because we are committed to treating
Jul 28, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, Online Mediation
The widely held view of divorce in the United States is that it is contentious and adversarial. Our long held notions of divorce include lawyers, courtrooms and fights about everything from money to child custody. These impressions come from TV, from movies, and to an extent from personal experience or knowing friends, co-workers or loved ones that have been through the process. Divorce does not have to be this way. You can navigate the process in a more amicable and cooperative way, without the nasty court battle. Mediation has become a strongly preferred option for settling the terms of a divorce in Minnesota
Jul 21, 2025 | Comprehensive Mediation, Mediation Questions, Online Mediation, Post Divorce Support
When emotions run high and communication breaks down, divorce can quickly become a stressful and combative experience. For Minnesota couples facing a high-conflict separation, traditional litigation often adds fuel to the fire. Fortunately, there is a more...
Jul 14, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, Divorce Process in Minnesota, Mediator Near ME
When a marriage ends, creating a divorce agreement that’s fair and sustainable is critical—for you, your children, and your future. At Johnson Mediation, we help Minnesota residents navigate this emotionally charged process with compassion, clarity, and collaboration. Here’s how to build an agreement that works for everyone involved.
Minnesota courts encourage mediation because it helps couples maintain control, reduce stress, and save money—typically completing in 6–8 weeks compared to the 6–9 months (or more) that litigation can take.
Jul 7, 2025 | Divorce Mediation, Neutral Mediator, Online Mediation
A divorce is a big decision and very likely one, if not, the biggest decisions you will make in your entire lifetime. When you have made the tough decision to end your marriage, your focus will likely turn to what to do to initiate the process. Johnson Mediation can help you from the very beginning of the divorce process all the way to the final stages. Our team has the knowledge and experience to help you and your family navigate by providing resources, information and guidance. Below, is a list of some concrete things you can do now as you begin the divorce process. For additional advice, just give us a call today.