Divorce
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…
Read MoreA More Supportive Way to Resolve Family Conflict: Interdisciplinary Mediation
By: Shawn Weber When families face divorce or other major transitions, one of the first and most overwhelming questions is often: “What process is right for us?” You may have heard about mediation. You may also have heard about Collaborative Divorce. Sometimes these options are described as very different — or even in conflict with…
Read MoreSimplifying Divorce: Why Filing a California Joint Divorce Petition Is a Smart Move
Divorce does not always need to turn into a fight. Weber Dispute Resolution’s blog on the California joint divorce petition makes a strong point for working together instead. Couples who file jointly can save time, reduce legal fees, and simplify the process. It demonstrates that both parties are committed to resolving issues without immediately resorting to…
Read MoreLegal Myths About Divorce: What You Need to Know – Join Us for the Divorce Options(R) San Diego Workshop, October 4
Learn more about common misconceptions and gain clarity on divorce laws when you join us for the next Divorce Options Workshop on October 4. Learn more about our workshops and RSVP here.
Read MoreHow Divorce Affects Your Mental Health and How to Cope
Your mental health matters during your divorce. Simple self-care steps, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule, engaging in gentle exercise, and limiting well-meaning but unhelpful advice from friends, can make a huge difference in how you cope day-to-day. But here’s what many people don’t realize: how you choose to divorce makes all the difference…
Read MoreHealing After Divorce: Moving On and Finding Yourself Again
Divorce can feel like your world is crumbling, leaving you wondering how you’ll rebuild from the pieces. But here’s the truth – you have more strength inside you than you realize right now. Collaborative Divorce encourages respectful communication and mutual problem-solving rather than adversarial court battles. This approach reduces conflict, protects children from unnecessary drama,…
Read MoreFinancial Considerations in Divorce: Dividing Assets and Debts
When you’re facing divorce, one of your biggest concerns is likely how your financial assets and debts will be divided. You’ve worked hard to build your financial foundation together, and now you need to separate it in a way that’s fair to both of you. The traditional divorce approach sends you to court, where a…
Read MoreThe Divorce Process: What to Expect Step by Step
Facing divorce can feel overwhelming, but there’s a more peaceful path forward. Collaborative divorce allows your marriage to end with respect, understanding, amicable co-parenting and cooperation. Unlike court-litigated divorces, which often escalate conflict, collaborative divorces bring together a supportive team focused on finding solutions that work for everyone involved. Your collaborative divorce journey begins with…
Read More10 Things You Must Know to Make Your Divorce Less Expensive!
By Karen Kaseno, CPA / ABV The following 10 things can make your divorce less expensive! 1. Provide documents to your attorney or forensic accountant/valuator when asked in a complete and organized manner. Piecemeal productions will be more time-consuming and more expensive. Do your best to gather a complete set of documents in an organized…
Read MoreWhat If I Don’t Trust My Spouse to Be Transparent with Finances? Is Collaborative Practice a Good Option for Me? Part 3
By Shawn Weber, CLS-F Read Part 1 and Part 2 Real-Life Scenario: How Collaborative Financial Disclosure Works Consider a hypothetical couple: John and Jane. John manages most of the family’s finances. Jane has a rough idea of their budget but isn’t fully aware of all investments and accounts. As they head toward divorce, Jane worries…
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