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Tag Archive: Mediation skills

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...

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...

THE ART OF DIVORCE MEDIATION: THE IMPORTANCE OF PERSPECTIVE-TAKING

Steve Benmor | July 31, 2025

Divorce mediation is a delicate process that demands effective communication and negotiation skills. Miscommunication during this emotionally charged phase can lead to impasses and premature breakdowns in negotiations. In particular,... Continue Reading...

Does your lawyer have the ‘soft skills’ you need to help you settle your case?

Steve Benmor | July 21, 2025

Most people believe that a good lawyer is someone who is smart, forceful and persuasive. For the most part, these qualities are in fact very important in a lawyer. However,... Continue Reading...