by Cristi McMurdie | Sep 13, 2024 | Co-Parenting, family law tempe az, Mediation
As the vibrant colors of fall emerge, bringing with them the festivities of Halloween and Día de los Muertos, conscious co-parents face the task of managing these holidays with intention and care. These celebrations, rich in tradition and meaning, hold a special place...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 14, 2024 | family law tempe az, Mediation, Scottsdale family law
Lawyers as mediators provide a personalized, compassionate, and effective approach to resolving family law disputes. Family law disputes can be emotionally and financially draining when pursued through traditional litigation. The adversarial nature of court...
by Cristi McMurdie | Apr 14, 2023 | AZ Grandparents' Rights, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Mediation
Mediation is a process in which a neutral third-party mediator facilitates communication and negotiation between the parties involved in a dispute to help them reach a mutually acceptable resolution. In family law mediation, the task of finding a solution lies with...
by Cristi McMurdie | Nov 21, 2022 | Divorce, Mediation, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer
The opening scene of the movie Wedding Crashers shows a couple in the middle of divorce negotiations, each represented by their attorney. Mediators Jeremy and John bring a neutral, albeit unorthodox, perspective to a contentious negotiation. Though there is so much...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 29, 2022 | Collaborative Practice, Divorce, Mediation, Scottsdale family law, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
If you are going through a divorce, trying to negotiate a new or different parenting time schedule, or seeking rights as a grandparent, hiring a lawyer is likely something you might have considered. It is important to know that there are different types of legal...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 11, 2022 | Mediation, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer, Scottsdale family law
Mediation offers benefits for all sorts of legal matters, and while many people consider it a method for business resolutions, mediation can be a very effective way to resolve family law matters, as well. Resolving marital or family disputes through mediation is...