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Tag Archive: Alternative Dispute Resolution

A LAWYER’S MORAL DILEMMA

Steve Benmor | April 21, 2026

Like many honourable lawyers, I believe in honesty, ethics and the principles of civility. I believe lawyers exist to serve and protect families.  We are guardians of rights.  We ensure... Continue Reading...

PERIMENOPAUSE: THE HIDDEN DRIVER OF MID-LIFE DIVORCE

Steve Benmor | April 20, 2026

From the vantage point of a Family Mediator/Arbitrator, one of the most overlooked drivers of mid-life divorce is perimenopause. It is rarely identified, rarely discussed, and often misunderstood by men,... Continue Reading...

WHAT THE 2026 TLA AWARD CEREMONY TAUGHT ME

Steve Benmor | April 17, 2026

There are evenings in a professional life that you remember – not because of the food or the venue or the formality of the occasion – but because something was... Continue Reading...

THE RISKS OF A ONE-DAY RUSHED MEDIATION

Marigona Binakaj | February 26, 2026

Mediation, as an alternative to litigation, offers parties the opportunity to resolve disputes in a cooperative setting. However, when time constraints dictate the pace of mediation -especially in the form... Continue Reading...

I’M A FAMILY LAW LAWYER, NOT A PSYCHOLOGIST

Jessica Brant | January 9, 2026

In 2021, Canada’s Divorce Act and Ontario’s Children’s Law Reform Act (CLRA) were amended to prioritize family dispute resolution. Counsel must now inform clients about mediation and other ADR options... Continue Reading...

Divorcing Differently: The Growing Appeal of for Canadian Families

Jessica Brant | January 8, 2026

The proliferation of private dispute resolution in Canada is evolving at meteoric speed, extending beyond traditional commercial contexts to encompass personal matters too, particularly in case of divorce. The newly... Continue Reading...

Why Wealthier Clients Are Turning to ADR in Family Law

Leanne Townsend | January 8, 2026

When people think of high-net-worth divorce, they often imagine high-stakes court battles, aggressive lawyers, and long, expensive trials. But in reality, many wealthier clients are intentionally avoiding litigation altogether—and turning... Continue Reading...

“I JUST WANT IT OVER”

Jessica Brant | January 8, 2026

This is said by every spouse who is divorcing. As relationships dissolve, spouses face the daunting task of reaching a divorce settlement. Amidst the emotional turmoil, it’s essential to consider... Continue Reading...

PRESERVING CONFIDENTIALITY IN DIVORCE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION

Marigona Binakaj | January 8, 2026

In the realm of private Divorce Mediation/Arbitration, confidentiality is a critical cornerstone. It provides disputing spouses a discreet forum for dispute resolution. However, this confidentiality can be jeopardized when public... 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...