Removing an Arbitrator During an Arbitration

I believe that I am not being treated fairly by an Arbitrator.  Can I get him/her removed? Relevant Statutes Under Arbitration Act, S.O. 1991 s.6  No court shall intervene in matters governed by this Act, except for the following purposes, in accordance with this Act: To assist the conducting of arbitrations. To ensure that arbitrations are conducted in accordance with arbitration...

How Long Does Divorce Mediation Take

The end of a marriage is a complicated matter that generates a myriad of thorny questions. Who takes custody of the children? How should they be raised? How much should be provided to support their well-being? What will be the role of both parents from now on? What happens to the shared properties? How will taxes and liabilities be paid? These and many other issues require serious discussions...

The Divorce Mediation Process

The divorce mediation process is becoming one that is quite common. Unlike the typical court battles of divorce, mediation is a cooperative process that is meant to help individuals find lasting solutions. If you are looking for a way to ease the pain of your divorce, you might want to consider meeting with a mediator. How Divorce Mediation Works A courtroom is, by its very nature, a place...

The Benefits of Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation is a process from which many can benefit, but of which few take advantage. Most think of divorce as a nasty, difficult process that leads to little more than hurt feelings and life-long grudges. Mediation, however, offers a path that can allow individuals the chance to make their own decisions and to reach a compromise that helps both parties to move on to a healthier future...

Children and Divorce: What Educators Should Know

Children and divorce are often a recipe for heartache. Early childhood educators may know this better than anyone, as they are usually on the front lines of dealing with their student’s confusion and emotions. Besides offering support, educators are often drawn up into the battle as one parent or both attempts to gain an ally by presenting their side of the story (often with...

Marriage Contract In Ontario

An experienced Family Law Lawyer can help you draft a Prenuptial Agreement that protects your legal rights and financial assets as well as help you and your spouse-to-be in order to avoid or resolve financial disputes before saying “I Do.” (more…)

Is Mediation a good option to resolve the issues arising from my separation?

There are several reasons why mediation is usually a good option for a resolution of the issues arising from the parties separation, namely, as follows: (more…)

How can I use mediation to resolve the issues arising from my separation?

There are several methods of resolving the issues arising from the separation from your partner through mediation.  Firstly, you and your partner can retain a mediator to facilitate a resolution of the issues.  It is important to note that the mediator will not act as the divorce lawyers for you or your partner. (more…)

What are the different mediation styles?

For any dispute brought to mediation, mediators can approach the mediation using one of the following mediation styles: (more…)