The CFMG Blog Protecting Your Children During Divorce: Why Mediation Matters   Divorce is a difficult process for the entire family, but it can be particularly challenging for children. The emotional turmoil, uncertainty, and conflict can have a significant impact on their well-being. Choosing the right approach to navigate this difficult time is crucial for [...]

The CFMG Blog When to Start Mediation   When to Start Mediation Mediation is a valuable process designed to help people navigate difficult conversations constructively, often in the context of personal relationships or family matters. One of the most common questions people have is, "When is the right time to start mediation?" The short answer

The CFMG Blog Why Divorce Mediation Saves Serious Money Supporting Federal Employees Through Divorce Mediation At Colin Family Mediation, we understand the unique challenges our federal workforce faces, especially during uncertain times. Marital and family conflicts don’t simply disappear when external stressors—such as financial strain, job anxiety, or fear of losing employment—come into play. In

In Virginia there are two ways of deciding about spousal support, also known as alimony. The first is used prior to the divorce. The second is used for the period after the date of divorce. Temporary Spousal Support For the period when a husband and wife are separated but not yet divorced, sometimes called the “pendente lite”

Sometimes families have to make hard decisions about the care or guardianship of an elderly family member whose physical or mental health has declined. In the worst cases adult siblings end up battling each other in court and then a judge makes the decisions. A much more constructive approach is working with a mediator to

Mediation can help a couple or a larger set of members of a family develop a plan or agreement about resolving a variety of issues. Some examples: how to handle the family budget (save or spend? spend on what?), how teenagers and and their parents can co-exist in a way that makes the parents sure

by Virginia L. Colin, Ph.D.  and Rebecca A. Martin, CPA   Divorce can be tough, scary, and expensive. You have to deal with emotional issues, financial issues, and legal issues. If you have children, you also have to address their needs. The authors show you how to • set the stage for an inexpensive divorce,

  Colin Family Mediation Group (CFMG) has seven certified, professional family mediators ready to help families in Virginia resolve disagreements and stay out of court. Our primary mission is to help family members solve problems. We can help people with a wide variety of issues. These include custody and visitation plans for unwed parents, child