Category / Family Law Tips

5 Tips for Finding a Family Lawyer That’s the Right Fit for Your Unique Situation

With hundreds of lawyers serving the residents of Niagara, selecting someone to help you navigate your legal matters can feel like an overwhelming task. Fortunately, […]

Solid negotiation skills crucial for family lawyers

Sharon had the pleasure of speaking to the Advocate Daily about a recent study revealing that negotiation is the most common way that matters are resolved in […]

The Value of Pessimism in Family Law Negotiations

Breaking news: maintaining a bit of pessimism in family law negotiations just might serve you well. Does this sound counterintuitive? Shouldn’t we remain optimistic about […]

Split: A Film for Kids of Divorce (and their Parents)

“It’s not like what you think, really. We’re still a family, but we don’t live in the same house anymore. That’s all.” These are the […]

What is Your Conflict Intelligence?

Are you aware of how you usually act when you engage in conflict? Do you have “hot buttons” that are continually pressed by others, or […]

“Getting the Most out of Family Mediation”: A Free Family Mediation Guide for Clients!

Going through a separation can be confusing. Many couples assume that their case will ultimately be settled by lawyers or by going to court, but […]

Separated and Co-Parenting? There’s an App for That…

There are apps and websites available nowadays to help us streamline every aspect of our lives, and co-parenting might have just gotten a little bit […]

Six Things You Can Do to Manage Conflict Better

There’s no way around it – conflict is hard. Most of us try to avoid, postpone or passive-aggressively fend it off. But it’s usually inevitable, […]

What is a “Parenting Plan”?

Parents’ separation can be very difficult for children. One way that parents can help to make the transition as smooth as possible for their kids is to develop a […]

Family Mediation Basics

Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General has created a helpful list of questions and answers about family mediation for individuals looking to understand its basic […]