Planning for Mediation in Southern Indiana After mediating over a hundred cases, I’m still surprised by the number of cases where the attorneys have not really prepared for mediation. Some of that may be the fault of the mediators however,…

Maximizing Your Success in Mediation | Indiana Civil & Family Mediation Lawyer Mediation is all about preparation, yet I find many times where the parties and/or the mediator are not thinking about a lot of the underlying questions about mediation,…

Separation Anxiety and Parenting Time Most parenting time orders or guidelines state that the mere fact that a child doesn’t want to go visit with the other parent is not a basis to deny parenting time. At times there is…

Protecting Your Children Before, During, and After Your Divorce BY JOAN H. MCWILLIAMS When you are struggling with the financial, psychological, and legal issues associated with a divorce, it’s difficult to remember that your children need more attention than ever…

Truth or Consequences: Why Honesty Is the Best Policy When Dealing with Your Lawyer BY KATIE MCCLAFLIN You, like most people, are likely to want to finalize your divorce with your integrity intact, your finances in order, and a positive…