Privacy in mediation is one of the main reasons why people choose to mediate, rather than litigate, their law cases. When people seek the court’s help to make decisions about their separation and divorce, business or estate dispute, everything is potentially out in the open. Most people prefer to keep their business private. They … Continued
When a couple separates, they have to decide how to divide their household property, furniture, and other household items. This applies to both married couples, and those that have lived together. You can use your mediator, or lawyers, to help you decide how to split family property. However, the cost for a professional’s time may … Continued
Is a Legal Coach Right For You? If you are intimidated by the idea of filing for divorce, or representing yourself in court, a legal coach might just fit the bill. Legal coaching is a cost effective way to help people who are representing themselves in a legal matter, but still need an expert opinion … Continued
Views of the Child Reports are important tools in family law proceedings. The law requires the court to consider, where appropriate, the views of the children. These reports are also very useful in helping parents make good decisions in mediation. At Victoria Mediation, we can prepare Views of the Child reports as part of the … Continued
BC Arbitration and Mediation Institute & Victoria Mediation Services present: ADR – Conflict Resolution Training Presenter: Christina Hantel-Fraser Ph.D. When: Tuesday, October 17, 2017 (8:30am-4:30pm) Where: Victoria Golf Club, 1110 Beach Drive, Victoria, BC V8S 2M9 Canada Why: To better understand the structure and dynamics of conflicts and to develop … Continued
Preparing clients for Settlement Workshop – The Role of Conflict Coaches in Resolution Presenter: ROBERT BLANK, Registered Psychologist CHARLOTTE SUTKER, Registered Psychologist When: June 1, 2017, from 12:30 pm until 1:30 pm Where: Barristers Lounge 850 Burdett Ave, Victoria BC This workshop is designed to discuss how conflict coaches can focus parties on resolution. … Continued
Bearded dragons, Nerf Guns and Snakes! Free Workshop for family lawyers, mediators and arbitrators. Presenter: Bobbi Poushinsky Bobbi Poushinsky Mediation Services Inc. and Hear the Child Society Board Member This workshop is designed to explore practical and ethical issues arising from Hear the Child reports through a series of Vignettes. Vignette 1 – we will … Continued
A Wills Mediation Clauses Could Help Prevent Future Conflict Two generations ago, there were very few Wills Variation actions. There were fewer divorces, second marriages, or common law relationships. As families have become wealthier, there is more to fight about. As families have become more complex, the relationships have become more convoluted. These factors all … Continued
Seniors facing separation have different needs than younger couples. Understanding these needs is often a challenge for professionals who normally deal with younger people. “Seniors often have sufficient resources to separate effectively” states elder lawyer and mediator Michael Butterfield. “The problems arise when seniors have used a large part of their retirement nest egg to fund … Continued
Lawyers are expensive. Clients usually pay an hourly rate, based upon the lawyer’s experience. Depending on the city and the firm, this can range from $200 per hour to almost $1000 per hour. Lawyers are Expensive: How can mediation help? The first thing to understand is that most civil cases settle without a trial. A … Continued