Child Inclusive Mediation in Family Law Child Inclusive Mediation [CIM] is a specialized approach within family law that actively considers the child’s voice in the separation or divorce process. The goal is to ensure that parenting decisions are made with a deeper understanding of the...
This iceberg image and metaphor provided by Professor Jean Carlos Dal Bianco illustrates well the various vantage points of mediator and the parties. What do the parties see? What do mediators see? The parties' focus is on interests, needs and desires. Mediators are seeking: Untapped...
First Published in OFW September 22, 2021 Throughout the pandemic, co-parents have had to make several tough decisions that impact their children, such as whether or not to have them vaccinated or attend in-person classes at school. As family law professionals help parents make decisions...