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Kim Mediation and Law, APC Divorce mediation and Collaborative Divorce, solving legal issues without going to court

The “best interests of the child” standard means prioritizing your child’s needs over your own in custody and parenting ...
06/08/2026

The “best interests of the child” standard means prioritizing your child’s needs over your own in custody and parenting decisions. Courts and parents focus on maintaining stability, protecting health and safety, preserving relationships with both parents, and minimizing conflict. The goal is to reduce disruption and create a secure, supportive environment that promotes your child’s long-term well-being.

The “best interests of the child” standard means putting your child’s needs above your own during custody and parenting decisions. Courts and parents focus on

Divorce is more complex when there is a child with special needs. Issues that must be addressed include focusing on long...
06/01/2026

Divorce is more complex when there is a child with special needs. Issues that must be addressed include focusing on long-term care, education, medical decisions, and the importance of working together in the child’s best interest.

Divorce is more complex when there is a child with special needs. Issues that must be addressed include focusing on long-term care, education, medical

Divorce is inherently emotional. Feelings like grief, fear, anger, and uncertainty are not only common but also legitima...
05/26/2026

Divorce is inherently emotional. Feelings like grief, fear, anger, and uncertainty are not only common but also legitimate responses to a major life transition. At the same time, when those emotions begin to drive decisions, they can unintentionally increase conflict and, in turn, the cost of the process. Finding ways to acknowledge and manage those emotions can make a meaningful difference, both emotionally and financially.

Divorce is inherently emotional. Feelings like grief, fear, anger, and uncertainty are not only common, but they are also legitimate responses to a major life

Divorce does not have to harm your relationship with your children. The key is to avoid negative behaviors, such as spea...
05/18/2026

Divorce does not have to harm your relationship with your children. The key is to avoid negative behaviors, such as speaking poorly about the other parent or involving your child in conflict and instead focus on respectful co-parenting and open communication. While challenges like parental alienation can arise, remaining present, respectful, and consistent helps preserve trust and maintain a strong connection.

Divorce does not have to harm your relationship with your children. The key is to avoid negative behaviors, such as speaking poorly about the other parent or

Many couples believe they have fully worked out their divorce agreement, but often important details are overlooked. Iss...
05/11/2026

Many couples believe they have fully worked out their divorce agreement, but often important details are overlooked. Issues such as taxes, retirement accounts, and parenting provisions are often overlooked. Mediation can help you identify and resolve these gaps before finalizing the divorce.

Many couples believe they have fully worked out their divorce agreement, but often important details are overlooked. Issues like taxes, retirement accounts,

Your rights as a non-biological parent depend on whether you have legal recognition as a parent. This can come from marr...
05/04/2026

Your rights as a non-biological parent depend on whether you have legal recognition as a parent. This can come from marriage at the time of the child’s birth, legal adoption, or acting as the child’s parent. Without one of these, you may not have custody or parenting rights.

Your rights as a non-biological parent depend on whether you have legal recognition as a parent. This can come from marriage at the time of the child’s birth,

When choosing a Mediator for your divorce, you should ask them what type of Mediator they are, what their Mediation proc...
04/13/2026

When choosing a Mediator for your divorce, you should ask them what type of Mediator they are, what their Mediation process looks like, and how they handle neutrality and confidentiality. The right Mediator fit will depend on whether you want the Mediator to tell you what to do, or for the Mediator to help solve problems, or to provide space to work through emotions. All three styles will help you reach resolution if you and your spouse are committed to settling outside of court.

When choosing a Mediator for your divorce, you should ask them what type of Mediator they are, what their Mediation process looks like, and how they handle

It is possible to create a parenting plan during Mediation. In fact, the Mediation process allows parents to craft detai...
04/06/2026

It is possible to create a parenting plan during Mediation. In fact, the Mediation process allows parents to craft detailed, customized agreements covering parenting time, communication, medical decisions, childcare, romantic partners, and more. The biggest challenge can be getting both parties to the table. But once they are committed, a workable plan can usually be reached.

It is possible to create a parenting plan during Mediation. In fact, the Mediation process allows parents to craft detailed, customized agreements covering

values, business income, or parenting concerns. Neutral professionals, such as appraisers, financial experts, and child ...
03/30/2026

values, business income, or parenting concerns. Neutral professionals, such as appraisers, financial experts, and child specialists, provide reliable information that both the parties and the mediator can trust. Their involvement creates a solid foundation for resolution and makes the mediation process far more effective.

Experts can play a vital role in a Divorce Mediation when parties disagree on financial issues, property values, business income, or parenting concerns.

If Mediation does not fully resolve the issues in a divorce, you can choose to pause to gather missing information, cons...
03/23/2026

If Mediation does not fully resolve the issues in a divorce, you can choose to pause to gather missing information, consult with specialists, or explore options such as Collaborative Divorce. If those efforts fail, litigation should be the last resort. It is important to understand that what was discussed or offered in the Mediation process does not carry over to court.

If Mediation does not fully resolve the issues in a divorce, you can choose to pause to gather missing information, consult with specialists, or explore

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