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The Surprising Benefits of Virtual Mediation

"A funny thing happened on April 1, 2020. After over 30 years and 7,500 cases as an in person, high-touch mediator, I grudgingly became,...

What about domestic violence?

Mediation in Worcester, Gloucester and the surrounding areas is increasingly the default option when it comes to family dispute...

Is Mediation Appropriate for Couples Who Want to Reconcile?

One of the first questions I ask my clients is “Has there been a decision to divorce?” I ask because couples seek help at various stages...

Manage Conflict: The Six Skills

Many of us connect all too well with comedian Mitch Hedberg’s feelings when he quips, “I got in an argument with a girlfriend inside of a...

What Are the Advantages to Mediation?

You get to decide: The responsibility and authority for coming to an agreement remain with the people who have the conflict. The dispute...