The Law Offices Of Patricia Lynne Nelson Sacramento firm focusing on family law. Discusses mediation as a method of reducing the emotional and financial costs associated with family law matters. http://www.sacramentoattorneys.net/
Extractions: Do-it-yourself 801 Alhambra Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95816 Tel: (916) 498-1240 Fax: (916) 498-0127 It only takes a few minutes searching for a Family Law attorney to realize one has countless choices and little help when deciding which attorney to hire. One way of choosing the right attorney is to select a firm that limits its practice to Family Law and nothing else, which is a good start but still the pool of possible attorneys will be large. We believe what one really needs and wants to know is whether or not the attorney is highly skilled in Family Law, aggressive when need be, trustworthy, hardworking and consistently provides excellent client service. The Law Offices of Patricia Lynne Nelson will fulfill these needs and wants. This website is not only a window into our office to help you decide if we're the firm for you, but, as you'll see, it is also a resource for clients, prospective clients and do-it-yourselfers. Helping Families Move Forward With Dignity You are visitor number var go_mem="lawofcpln";
UWLS Clinical Law Program Students complete mediation training through the law Schools Continuing LegalEducation Program and receive two quarters of intensive mediation instruction http://www.law.washington.edu/Clinics/Mediation.html
Extractions: "In a mediation, students shift from being an advocate or problem-solver for clients, to being problem-solvers with the parties. Through the Mediation Clinic, students learn to trust that individuals in conflict can often find the most satisfying and durable solutions themselves. I believe this translates to their work as lawyers by making them more empathetic listeners and creative problem-solvers. Julia Gold, Director The Mediation Clinic is unique among the clinics at the University of Washington School of Law in that students do not represent clients. They instead serve as neutral third parties to help individuals involved in a dispute negotiate a voluntary settlement of their case or conflict. Since 1991, the clinic has provided free and confidential mediation services to the general public as well as staff, students and faculty at the University of Washington. Students complete mediation training through the Law Schools Continuing Legal Education Program and receive two quarters of intensive mediation instruction and apprenticeship. They are supervised in their casework by a faculty member or professional mediator. Students hone their listening skills, negotiation skills, issue-spotting and creative problem-solving skills. Who is Eligible to Participate?
Extractions: Special education law is an exciting, rapidly developing area of law. The Beacon publishes articles and essays for attorneys and advocates who represent children with disabilities and others who are interested in special education legal topics. Each issue will focus on a theme and include practical and theoretical articles. Future issues of The Beacon will address various topics, including class action litigation, document and exhibit preparation, and damages. The Beacon seeks to ensure that all children with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997 and that children with disabilities are free from discrimination. We believe the dialogue in this journal will help to shape the future.
Extractions: E-Mail: jpm@8400law.com Welcome ... The law firm of personal injury law and trial law . The cases we have litigated involve: We practice in both the state and federal courts. Our firm also provides mediation and arbitration services. Our lawyers possess strong academic credentials and extensive legal experience. We pride ourselves in providing quality service to our clients at affordable and efficient cost. There is no charge for an initial consultation. We take cases on a contingency basis, meaning we do not get paid unless you get paid. We also handle cases on an hourly rate for clients who prefer that basis. We welcome you to browse our web site to learn more about us. If you have any questions, or are in need of legal services, please do not hesitate to contact us A description or indication of limitation of practice does not mean that any agency or board has certified such lawyer as a specialist or expert in an indicated field or law practice, nor does it mean that such lawyer is necessarily any more expert or competent than any other lawyer. All potential clients are urged to make their own independent investigation and evaluation of any lawyer being considered. This notice is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Iowa.
Family Law Advisor® - Family Mediation Services: How It Works Many attorneys and mental health professionals believe that the mandatory mediationlaw for custody and visitation disputes is the next most significant change http://www.divorcenet.com/ca/ca-art03.html
Extractions: Articles Family Mediation Services: How It Works No-fault divorce represents a major change in how family law processes divorce in America. More than twenty years ago, California led the way by becoming the first state to institute the no-fault divorce law. Many attorneys and mental health professionals believe that the mandatory mediation law for custody and visitation disputes is the next most significant change in family law in California. The reason for this is simple. It works. Mediation offers several advantages for families. None are more important than people usually being better off when they can determine for themselves what forms their lives will take. The era of someone else taking care of families is behind us. Also, people working out their own solutions helps taxpayers by not having to expend unnecessary resources to resolve family conflicts. Because of the large number of applicants wanting jobs as family mediators, hiring is selective. All of the mediators have advanced degrees in one of the mental health disciplines and most hold licenses in clinical social work or marriage, family and child counseling. In more than half of the cases, a written agreement results from mediation. There is usually considerable anger and conflict in the beginning of the mediation process, but the mediators work with the parties to focus on the children. With no-fault divorce, parties aren't able to tell their stories in the courtroom.People need the opportunity to express their feelings and usually they are expressed during mediation. By listening and reflecting the pain of the parties, mediators convey understanding and aid parents in working out agreements that are best for the children. Agreements are then placed in writing. After the agreements are signed by the judicial officer, they become court orders. Mediation, however, may be terminated in some cases such as those involving victims of domestic violence. If no agreement can be reached, no report is presented to the judicial officer.
Extractions: My office provides a soothing atmosphere and a safe place for settlement where both parties are treated with civility, dignity and respect. Divorce is not easy...I understand. My practice is all about finding the right solutions that work well for both of you in a non-adversarial manner. I am devoted to keeping you and your spouse out of the court systems.
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Cartwright, Druken & Ryden Law Offices Marshalltown general practice firm offering services in trials, personal injury, workers compensation, employment, labor, family, malpractice, corporation, mediation, arbitration, real estate, probate, banking, and insurance law. http://www.cdrlaw.com
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Extractions: Mary Ellen has practiced law in Northern Virginia since 1980, limiting her practice to family law since 1989. She represents clients in all areas of family law, including complex interstate child custody disputes, prenuptial agreements, equitable distribution and support cases. She has also successfully practiced in the Virginia Court of Appeals. Also trained as a mediator, Mary Ellen practices divorce mediation with Divorce Mediation Services. She is a Commissioner in Chancery for Fairfax County, and has served as a Neutral Case Evaluator and a Motions Day Conciliator. She has also lectured at continuing legal education seminars. She received her law degree from The American University, Washington College of Law, a master's degree from Columbia University and a bachelor's degree from Purdue University. Early in her career, she clerked for the Honorable Judge Nebeker at the D.C. Court of Appeals. BRIAN M. HIRSCH, Esquire
Extractions: Welcome Our law firm practices exclusively in the areas of Mediation, Family Law, Equine Law, Estate Planning and Alternative Lifestyles. We follow an interdisciplinary, holistic approach based on a belief that the courtroom is no place for families or business partners. We view the issues inherent in interpersonal conflict as best approached from both a legal and therapeutic view. We use our professional guidance and representation to help you make long term choices that achieve your personal goals, and reflect your personal values, rather than simply address your short-term legal needs. Please feel free to contact us to schedule an in home or office appointment, inquire about our practice and philosophy, or to ask about the local seminars and workshops we offer. New Articles and Legal Tips Check out our latest Book Recommendations Legal Tips for Alternative Communities Spiritual Divorce
Capital University Law School Family, Divorce, and Custody mediation Training More . For more information,contact Floyd Weatherspoon, Professor of law and Director of Minority ADR http://www.law.capital.edu/adr/
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Orlando Family Lawyer: Divorce, Support, Custody Orlando lawyer, certified in family law mediation and arbitration, who concentrates his practice in areas including dissolution of marriage, postdissolution matters, support, custody, adoption, and related issues. http://www.weisslaw.com/
Extractions: SamLaw@iag.net For immediate consultation, click here This year marks 31 years that Samuel J. Weiss has been committed to the practice of law and the service of his clients. Mr. Weiss is a Certified Family Law Mediator and Arbitrator and concentrates his practice in family law, including dissolution of marriage, postdissolution matters, support, custody and related issues. His prior experience in the commercial banking and auditing fields provides him with a unique prospective when evaluating complex financial assets. Mr. Weiss has also been professionally trained as a family mediator and is dedicated to promoting dispute resolution as an alternative to cost-prohibitive clients, striving to minimize costs and maximize results. By concentrating in one area of law, Mr. Weiss focuses on service to his practitioner, he is available to provide immediate and personal attention to his clients. His personalized approach to each situation assures the client that a difficult and emotional time in their lives will be handled with sensitivity. Our practice includes: Divorce: alimony, division of property, child custody and visitation, child support, legal separations
Guidelines On Mediation And The Unauthorized Practice Of Law Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys (See Chapter I) prohibit mediatorsfrom giving legal advice or otherwise practicing law during mediation. http://www.courts.state.va.us/drs/upl/preface.html
Extractions: Table of Contents: It became apparent at the conclusion of the conference that a comprehensive set of guidelines that more clearly defined when mediation activities crossed the line and constituted the practice of law was needed. Thus, the purpose of the State Justice Institute project was to conduct a national research study on UPL as it relates to mediation and to develop instructive guidelines that would help mediators in Virginia understand the contours of legal practice and thus avoid practicing law when mediating disputes. The Guidelines on Mediation and UPL project officially got underway in August of 1998. Shortly thereafter a survey (Appendix A) was sent to approximately 180 bar associations and alternative dispute resolution offices in all 50 states. The purposes in conducting this survey were to explore how the various states have addressed the potential problems of UPL and mediation and to use the information generated by the survey in the creation of UPL Guidelines for Virginia mediators. The results of this survey are reported in Appendix B to this report. While the UPL/mediation survey was being formulated and mailed, an advisory committee was formed to provide direction to the Department of Dispute Resolution Services in the creation of the Guidelines. The committee was comprised of members of the Virginia State Bar, judges, lawyers, and mediators from throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. This committee met monthly throughout the Fall of 1998 and Spring of 1999. The members of the committee are listed below.