Some who are faced with the prospect of divorce, are deterred by the sheer magnitude of change that will impact their family’s lives; they worry about the reactions of their children, their friends, their parents, and their siblings. In fact, they worry about everything– not least of which is the price tag associated with the the actual divorce process.

Global businesses operate in an interconnected marketplace because of the increase in supply chain and procurement infrastructures. Corporations and organizations have become extremely efficient through their use of just-in-time deliveries. However, when there is a disruption to any part of the supply chain, the impact is felt globally. We are seeing this now with the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Have you ever worked with someone who talked about experiences that seemed far-fetched, but you couldn't pin down what was off? Does that person seem to always have a story with them as the hero or victim? Do they tell different stories to different people, but never in a group? You may be dealing with a pathological liar.

In my role as mediator one of the questions I am asked most often by parents, community groups, and interested parties is if an agreement reached at Family Dispute Resolution is legally binding and enforceable through the family court. 

As a freshly minted lawyer, I came to a realization within a few months of joining the workforce- my very expensive university education prepared me for only half the battle. The part they don’t prepare you for at university is how sometimes the biggest obstacles...