2025 Divorce Mediation Lessons: Reflections From a Year in the Room
Years of mediation practice tend to reinforce certain truths about conflict, people, and the limits of technique. Drawing on that experience, Shawn Weber, outgoing President of Collaborative Practice San Diego, reflects on lessons from a year in the mediation room that continue to shape how he approaches his work.
By Shawn Weber, Weber Dispute Resolution
“A year of divorce mediation always teaches me something, but the lessons rarely show up the way I expect. After so many years in the chair, I still find myself surprised by people. There is plenty of fear and frustration in the work, and I see my share of rough edges. Even so, this year brought moments that stopped me in my tracks in the best possible way. A few families showed a kind of steadiness and generosity that reminded me why this work matters.”
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