Mediation and Divorce Blog - Equitable Mediation

Here are the 10 top benefits of mediating your divorce. Before you hire lawyers, learn why you owe it to yourself and your kids to use divorce mediation instead.

Learn about the 5 divorce options so you can choose the one right for you. Read our in-depth guide to the 5 options for how to get a divorce.

Want a successful divorce mediation? Learn what you can do to ensure your mediation goes smoothly and results in the best possible outcome.

Wondering how to tell your spouse you want a divorce without starting a war? Here are some tips to help you prepare for that difficult conversation.

Amicable divorce is possible and all about choices. Learn how to divorce amicably and the 5 things you must do to have a civil and peaceful divorce.

Facing a later in life divorce? Learn the most common gray divorce reasons, 7 critical problems to watch out for, and the best way to resolve them.

Learn how divorce mediation compares to divorce with lawyers. This way, you can choose the professional right for you.

Here's some expert advice on how to tell kids about divorce and help them cope, what children understand by age and tips for successful co-parenting.

Want to ensure you get a fair divorce settlement? Here are some steps to take and things you must do to ensure your divorce agreement is fair.

Here's how to determine if the mediator you're considering has the skills and experience to successfully guide you through your divorce.

If you want your divorce after a short marriage to be fair, but don't want it to be full of drama, cost a fortune or take forever to complete, here's what to do.

Facing divorce as a Stay-at-Home Mom? Learn the biggest mistake to avoid and what you can do to get the best outcome for you and your children.

Facing divorce with a business involved? Learn mistakes to avoid when dividing a business in a divorce so you don't lose everything you worked so hard to build.

This mom protected her kids from the negative effects of divorce and paved the way to her own future happiness. You can, too! Learn how to have a good divorce.

Divorcing after 20 years of marriage (or more)? Here's what you can do to understand the issues you'll face and plan a smart course of action to preserve wealth and minimize legal bills.

Agreeing on spousal support in Washington State is not easy to do! Learn what you need to know about this complex topic and why mediation is the best way to fairly resolve it.

Determining spousal support in NJ is very challenging. Learn what you need to know about this complex topic and how to get a fair alimony agreement.

Find out how alimony in California works and what you can do to prevent your spousal support negotiation (and divorce) from turning into a disaster!

Agreeing on alimony in PA is no easy task! Learn what you need to know about this complex topic and why mediation is your best bet to resolve it.

The topic of alimony (spousal maintenance) in NY is a complicated one. Find out what you need to know and how to best resolve this complex issue.

Agreeing on alimony in Michigan is not easy! Learn what you need to know about this complex subject and how to fairly resolve it.

The topic of alimony in Illinois (maintenance) is complicated. Learn more about this difficult issue and the best way to resolve it.

We asked a panel of experts to reveal their best tips on how to prepare for divorce so it's peaceful from start to finish. Learn what they had to say.

Collaborative law vs mediation: The choice is easy when you know the differences. Learn how divorce mediation compares to collaborative divorce.

A mediator's hourly rate is only 1 of 4 factors that contribute to divorce mediation costs. Learn what the others are and how to ensure your divorce mediation is as cost-effective as possible.

There's a lot at stake if you are divorcing after 10 years of marriage. Learn the best way to divide, decide and resolve the critical issues.