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Tag Archive: Conflict Resolution

DIVORCE CAN BE A DRAWN-OUT BATTLE OR A PATHWAY TO A BRIGHTER TOMORROW: YOU CHOOSE

Marigona Binakaj | January 9, 2026

As someone who works closely with clients navigating the divorce process, I’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming this time can be. Emotions run high, uncertainty can feel endless, and it’s easy... 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...

WHEN DIVORCING SPOUSES ANCHOR

Marigona Binakaj | January 8, 2026

One common obstacle to a fair divorce settlement is a cognitive bias called The Anchoring Effect. This psychological phenomenon describes the tendency to get stuck on one conclusion – the anchor... Continue Reading...

IN DIVORCE, DOES EVERY ANSWER NEED TO BE “NO”?

Marigona Binakaj | January 8, 2026

In the challenging terrain of divorce, where emotions often run high and communication can be strained, finding a way to navigate the separation process peacefully and constructively is paramount. In “Getting... Continue Reading...

WHAT NOT TO SAY DURING MEDIATION

Marigona Binakaj | January 8, 2026

Divorce mediation is one of many legal processes for separated couples. While emotions may run high when a couple separate, how a spouse conducts themselves during mediation – from remaining... 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...

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...

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...

WHAT IS “DISTRIBUTIVE MEDIATION”?

Marigona Binakaj | September 15, 2025

Settling a divorce is challenging. It often is fraught with mental, emotional and financial turmoil. After many years together, the spouses need to unwind their interconnected lives and somehow divide... Continue Reading...