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Tag Archive: active listening

HOW TO EARN YOUR CLIENT’S TRUST

Marigona Binakaj | September 30, 2026

When you are trying to determine how best to gain the cooperation, confidence and trust of your client, put yourself in their shoes and examine the circumstances from their subjective... Continue Reading...

IN THE PAST, LAWYERS HAD an LLB, JD, QC or CS: BUT WHAT LAWYERS REALLY NEED IS “CR”

Jessica Brant | August 20, 2026

In the world of law, the art of listening is often undervalued or, worse, overlooked. Yet, for any lawyer to navigate a case, the ability to listen deliberately and empathetically... Continue Reading...

HOSTAGE NEGOTIATIONS…LESSONS FOR DIVORCE MEDIATORS

Marigona Binakaj | January 9, 2026

Few negotiators face more intense pressure than those involved in high-stakes crisis situations, like the New York City Police Department Hostage Negotiation Team. These professionals are tasked with defusing life-threatening scenarios,... Continue Reading...

COMMUNICATION & NEGOTIATION SKILLS CRITICAL IN MARRIAGE … & DIVORCE

Marigona Binakaj | January 9, 2026

Effective communication and negotiation are essential life skills—but they become especially important in personal relationships, particularly in marriage and, yes, even during divorce. Disagreements are inevitable. People date, live together,... Continue Reading...

A NEW ERA FOR COMMON-LAW COUPLES IN QUEBEC 

Leanne Townsend | September 25, 2025

On March 27, 2024, the Quebec National Assembly introduced Bill 56, signaling a pivotal shift in Quebec family law by creating a new legal framework for common-law couples with children.... Continue Reading...

YOU ARE THE MOST DIFFICULT PERSON I HAVE EVER MET

Jessica Brant | September 24, 2025

Have you ever met a difficult person? Has it frustrated you? Have to investigated why they are difficult or why you have labeled them difficult? When dealing with difficult spouses... Continue Reading...

How To Have Difficult Conversations

Marigona Binakaj | September 18, 2025

Avoiding difficult conversations often leads to more harm than good. Conflict aversion is part of the fabric of most people’s DNA. A substantial amount of literature exists providing tips on how... Continue Reading...