by admin | Mar 21, 2025 | Divorce Mediator
Divorce is a major life transition, and how you handle it can shape your future. Choosing the right mediator is key to ensuring a fair, amicable resolution while avoiding the stress and expense of litigation. For those who require legal representation, working...
by admin | Aug 22, 2024 | Divorce Mediation
The trend toward 50/50 custody mediation arrangements in divorce mediation has become increasingly prevalent. This shift reflects significant changes in legal standards and societal expectations about parenting. At Mediation First, we recognize the complexities...
by admin | Aug 1, 2024 | family mediation
People often say that marriage is hard. But is it really marriage that is hard, or is it paying attention that is hard? The hard thing to do and the right thing to do are always the same. In any relationship, paying attention to your partner’s needs, feelings,...
by admin | Jul 19, 2024 | Divorce Mediation
The goal for marriage is a “long game.” Marriages end for one of only two reasons: death or divorce. So, ideally, you look at your spouse and say, “There are 8 billion people on this planet, and I chose YOU to go hand in hand through life with.” And, hopefully, you...
by admin | Jul 10, 2024 | Divorce Mediation
What does it mean when we say that love is not permanently gifted but rather loaned? This concept may sound unsettling, but it reflects the reality of many relationships. Love, in its truest form, requires continuous effort, nurturing, and commitment from both...