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WHAT IS CONFLICT COACHING?

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 9, 2021 by adminAugust 9, 2021

Conflict Coaching is a process that helps individuals or groups manage or resolve ongoing conflict and enhance effective communication. Through the use of powerful questions and training in conflict management training, this form of coaching provides participants with powerful insights … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ConflictCoaching

6 Quotes that Capture the Essence of Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on December 1, 2020 by adminDecember 14, 2020

(You’ll especially love the last one 😊) I’m always looking for sublime ways to explain the mediation process to prospective clients. Although strict definitions are important (link to FAQ”s), I find it necessary to speak more to the spirit of … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
2 dark and 1 white duck on water

“Hi, I’m George. I’m unemployed and I live with my parents.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 16, 2020 by adminApril 16, 2020

George Costanza, “Seinfeld” Some of you will immediately remember this line and the TV show it came from. For those of you who don’t, George Costanza was a character in the show “Seinfeld.”  He was  neurotic and serially challenged in … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged creative thinking, transformative
two individuals exchanging ideas

“How about I live on Mars, and you stay on Earth? Each week we’ll exchange the children on the moon.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 13, 2020 by adminApril 13, 2020

How brainstorming is an effective tool in problem solving. This was a real exchange between a husband and wife who were mediating their divorce.  They were struggling to figure out a parenting plan. Each had differing visions about how far … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged brainstorming, conflict resolution, problem solving

Don’t Get Hijacked by Your Automatic Behaviors

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 30, 2020 by adminMarch 30, 2020

(How to avoid conflict through self-awareness) We all have automatic behaviors…those tasks we perform unconsciously with very little thought.  This morning proves it.  I’m sure that most of you reading this article go through the exact same routine every morning … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation

A New Conflict Dance

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on February 14, 2020 by adminFebruary 14, 2020

We all have automatic behaviors, and they can be problematic, especially in conflict communications. Here’s how to change them.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged automatic behavior, conflict communication skills
exclamation mark and question mark

Faced with Anger, Get Curious!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2020 by adminJanuary 13, 2020

When we are faced with someone’s anger towards us, we can choose to be curious. This has many benefits, and here is how to do it.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict communication skills, conflict resolution
Jeff Doll asking "How would you be talking if I were here?"

Creepy, but Effective – The Jeff Doll!?!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on November 26, 2019 by adminNovember 26, 2019

Ritualizing Communication to Resolve Conflict An old mediation client called me the other day. He wanted to share a breakthrough in communication that he had with his ex-wife.  He said that although they had resolved their divorce in my process … Continue reading →

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Image of horse's mouth

We All Have Mouths…

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 2, 2018 by adminApril 2, 2018

… in conflict, we don’t always know how to use them For over 28 years, I’ve asked conflicted parents the following question: “On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best, what … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communication skills, conflict communication skills
dove

Mediation Can Preserve Relationships, Not Destroy Them

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 27, 2018 by adminNovember 20, 2018

One of the most valuable benefits to mediating a conflict is that the parties have the opportunity to not only resolve their dispute, but also to both preserve and enhance their relationship. Conflict, handled poorly, can destroy future collaboration.  Handled … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged benefits of mediation, mediation
The f-word in divorce

Divorcing? You know this F-Word!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 17, 2017 by adminAugust 17, 2017

And How Mediation Can Help For many years now, I have lectured at the David B. Faulk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University regarding the practice of mediation and mediation ethics. To get my students’ attention, I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
Try forest bathing to renew your spirit. Image of path in wooded area.

Divorcing?  Try Forest Bathing

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on May 9, 2017 by adminMarch 12, 2022

A few weeks ago, I was hiking on a very remote trail in the Adirondacks. Several miles from a trailhead, at the intersection of two trails, I stopped by a stream to admire the view and have a snack. I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce, forest-bathing, stress reduction
5 reasons you would want a complimentary consultation. Image of hand with the word Reasons on its palm.

Why you would want a complimentary consultation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 17, 2017 by adminJanuary 17, 2017

(…and why I don’t charge for them) Before deciding how to resolve a conflict, a decision must be made about what process should be used.  I offer a complimentary consultation to help folks determine whether mediation is the right option.  … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged complimentary consultation
When conflict is brewing, be proactive. Image of two people talking.

When Conflict is Brewing, Be Proactive

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminJune 26, 2018

Productivity can decrease significantly when key members of your business or organization have unresolved interpersonal or workplace-related issues.  These conflicts can be as a result of perceived or actual employment situations, race, age or sex discrimination, business practices and/or conflicts … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged productivity, resolving interpersonal conflict, workplace
What an orange has to do with conflict resolution. Image of child's hand with an orange.

What Does An Orange Have To Do With Conflict Resolution?*

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminMay 29, 2018

*A LOT! Several years ago, at an advanced Harvard Program on Negotiation training in conflict resolution, my professor shared a very simple story that I have found to be useful in explaining a methodology that I frequently use in my … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict resolution, interest-based bargaining, positional bargaining
family of geese on water

Divorce Well

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 20, 2019

Recently, in an initial consultation with a couple, the husband lamented that his divorce had happened to him. When I asked him what he meant by that statement, he said that he felt powerless … that his wife had made … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, divorce well
man at desk, seemingly burned out

Your Employee’s Divorce

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 5, 2019

If you have ever experienced a key employee go through a divorce, this article is for you. The trauma experienced by a divorce often results in debilitating anxiety, overwhelming vulnerability and an inability to cope. In the workplace, this translates … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged compromised performance, employee divorce
man and woman with cups of tea

10 Strategies to Get Your Spouse to the Mediation Table

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminNovember 5, 2020

UPDATE: Download a PDF of these Strategies A recurring theme in my practice is the question of how to convince a reluctant spouse to participate in mediation. Here’s the scenario: The person calling me is usually the spouse who is … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, strategies
Image of document with fountain pen.

Ethical Principles and Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

All professions are governed by an objective set of ethical standards and the mediation profession is no exception.  Ethics and practice standards provide integrity to the mediation process by informing consumers of what they can expect from their mediator and … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ethical principles, practice standards, process integrity
Mediation resources. Image of stack of books.

ABA Resource Section on Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

The American Bar Association also has a resource section that provides information about mediation:  what it is, how it relates to the Law, its advantages, details of the process, which matters can be resolved through mediation and how to choose … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged mediation resource
How you communicate matters. Image of driver at wheel while looking at mobile phone.

How you communicate matters

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

We’ve all experienced it on some level: When we are upset or engaged in conflict, we resort to emailing or texting rather than communicating in person. In today’s world, we have the ability to hide behind our technology and “communicate” … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communications, e-mail, texting
Premarital mediation. Image of man kissing woman's cheek.

Premarital Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

The other day, a client told me that if she and her husband engaged in mediation before they got married, they would never have come to me to help them divorce. Her soon-to-be ex-husband agreed. Many of the concerns that … Continue reading →

WHAT IS CONFLICT COACHING?

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 9, 2021 by adminAugust 9, 2021

Conflict Coaching is a process that helps individuals or groups manage or resolve ongoing conflict and enhance effective communication. Through the use of powerful questions and training in conflict management training, this form of coaching provides participants with powerful insights … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ConflictCoaching

6 Quotes that Capture the Essence of Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on December 1, 2020 by adminDecember 14, 2020

(You’ll especially love the last one 😊) I’m always looking for sublime ways to explain the mediation process to prospective clients. Although strict definitions are important (link to FAQ”s), I find it necessary to speak more to the spirit of … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
2 dark and 1 white duck on water

“Hi, I’m George. I’m unemployed and I live with my parents.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 16, 2020 by adminApril 16, 2020

George Costanza, “Seinfeld” Some of you will immediately remember this line and the TV show it came from. For those of you who don’t, George Costanza was a character in the show “Seinfeld.”  He was  neurotic and serially challenged in … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged creative thinking, transformative
two individuals exchanging ideas

“How about I live on Mars, and you stay on Earth? Each week we’ll exchange the children on the moon.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 13, 2020 by adminApril 13, 2020

How brainstorming is an effective tool in problem solving. This was a real exchange between a husband and wife who were mediating their divorce.  They were struggling to figure out a parenting plan. Each had differing visions about how far … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged brainstorming, conflict resolution, problem solving

Don’t Get Hijacked by Your Automatic Behaviors

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 30, 2020 by adminMarch 30, 2020

(How to avoid conflict through self-awareness) We all have automatic behaviors…those tasks we perform unconsciously with very little thought.  This morning proves it.  I’m sure that most of you reading this article go through the exact same routine every morning … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation

A New Conflict Dance

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on February 14, 2020 by adminFebruary 14, 2020

We all have automatic behaviors, and they can be problematic, especially in conflict communications. Here’s how to change them.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged automatic behavior, conflict communication skills
exclamation mark and question mark

Faced with Anger, Get Curious!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2020 by adminJanuary 13, 2020

When we are faced with someone’s anger towards us, we can choose to be curious. This has many benefits, and here is how to do it.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict communication skills, conflict resolution
Jeff Doll asking "How would you be talking if I were here?"

Creepy, but Effective – The Jeff Doll!?!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on November 26, 2019 by adminNovember 26, 2019

Ritualizing Communication to Resolve Conflict An old mediation client called me the other day. He wanted to share a breakthrough in communication that he had with his ex-wife.  He said that although they had resolved their divorce in my process … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
Image of horse's mouth

We All Have Mouths…

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 2, 2018 by adminApril 2, 2018

… in conflict, we don’t always know how to use them For over 28 years, I’ve asked conflicted parents the following question: “On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best, what … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communication skills, conflict communication skills
dove

Mediation Can Preserve Relationships, Not Destroy Them

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 27, 2018 by adminNovember 20, 2018

One of the most valuable benefits to mediating a conflict is that the parties have the opportunity to not only resolve their dispute, but also to both preserve and enhance their relationship. Conflict, handled poorly, can destroy future collaboration.  Handled … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged benefits of mediation, mediation
The f-word in divorce

Divorcing? You know this F-Word!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 17, 2017 by adminAugust 17, 2017

And How Mediation Can Help For many years now, I have lectured at the David B. Faulk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University regarding the practice of mediation and mediation ethics. To get my students’ attention, I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
Try forest bathing to renew your spirit. Image of path in wooded area.

Divorcing?  Try Forest Bathing

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on May 9, 2017 by adminMarch 12, 2022

A few weeks ago, I was hiking on a very remote trail in the Adirondacks. Several miles from a trailhead, at the intersection of two trails, I stopped by a stream to admire the view and have a snack. I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce, forest-bathing, stress reduction
5 reasons you would want a complimentary consultation. Image of hand with the word Reasons on its palm.

Why you would want a complimentary consultation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 17, 2017 by adminJanuary 17, 2017

(…and why I don’t charge for them) Before deciding how to resolve a conflict, a decision must be made about what process should be used.  I offer a complimentary consultation to help folks determine whether mediation is the right option.  … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged complimentary consultation
When conflict is brewing, be proactive. Image of two people talking.

When Conflict is Brewing, Be Proactive

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminJune 26, 2018

Productivity can decrease significantly when key members of your business or organization have unresolved interpersonal or workplace-related issues.  These conflicts can be as a result of perceived or actual employment situations, race, age or sex discrimination, business practices and/or conflicts … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged productivity, resolving interpersonal conflict, workplace
What an orange has to do with conflict resolution. Image of child's hand with an orange.

What Does An Orange Have To Do With Conflict Resolution?*

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminMay 29, 2018

*A LOT! Several years ago, at an advanced Harvard Program on Negotiation training in conflict resolution, my professor shared a very simple story that I have found to be useful in explaining a methodology that I frequently use in my … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict resolution, interest-based bargaining, positional bargaining
family of geese on water

Divorce Well

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 20, 2019

Recently, in an initial consultation with a couple, the husband lamented that his divorce had happened to him. When I asked him what he meant by that statement, he said that he felt powerless … that his wife had made … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, divorce well
man at desk, seemingly burned out

Your Employee’s Divorce

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 5, 2019

If you have ever experienced a key employee go through a divorce, this article is for you. The trauma experienced by a divorce often results in debilitating anxiety, overwhelming vulnerability and an inability to cope. In the workplace, this translates … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged compromised performance, employee divorce
man and woman with cups of tea

10 Strategies to Get Your Spouse to the Mediation Table

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminNovember 5, 2020

UPDATE: Download a PDF of these Strategies A recurring theme in my practice is the question of how to convince a reluctant spouse to participate in mediation. Here’s the scenario: The person calling me is usually the spouse who is … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, strategies
Image of document with fountain pen.

Ethical Principles and Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

All professions are governed by an objective set of ethical standards and the mediation profession is no exception.  Ethics and practice standards provide integrity to the mediation process by informing consumers of what they can expect from their mediator and … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ethical principles, practice standards, process integrity
Mediation resources. Image of stack of books.

ABA Resource Section on Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

The American Bar Association also has a resource section that provides information about mediation:  what it is, how it relates to the Law, its advantages, details of the process, which matters can be resolved through mediation and how to choose … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged mediation resource
How you communicate matters. Image of driver at wheel while looking at mobile phone.

How you communicate matters

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

We’ve all experienced it on some level: When we are upset or engaged in conflict, we resort to emailing or texting rather than communicating in person. In today’s world, we have the ability to hide behind our technology and “communicate” … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communications, e-mail, texting
Premarital mediation. Image of man kissing woman's cheek.

Premarital Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

The other day, a client told me that if she and her husband engaged in mediation before they got married, they would never have come to me to help them divorce. Her soon-to-be ex-husband agreed. Many of the concerns that … Continue reading →

WHAT IS CONFLICT COACHING?

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 9, 2021 by adminAugust 9, 2021

Conflict Coaching is a process that helps individuals or groups manage or resolve ongoing conflict and enhance effective communication. Through the use of powerful questions and training in conflict management training, this form of coaching provides participants with powerful insights … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ConflictCoaching

6 Quotes that Capture the Essence of Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on December 1, 2020 by adminDecember 14, 2020

(You’ll especially love the last one 😊) I’m always looking for sublime ways to explain the mediation process to prospective clients. Although strict definitions are important (link to FAQ”s), I find it necessary to speak more to the spirit of … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
2 dark and 1 white duck on water

“Hi, I’m George. I’m unemployed and I live with my parents.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 16, 2020 by adminApril 16, 2020

George Costanza, “Seinfeld” Some of you will immediately remember this line and the TV show it came from. For those of you who don’t, George Costanza was a character in the show “Seinfeld.”  He was  neurotic and serially challenged in … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged creative thinking, transformative
two individuals exchanging ideas

“How about I live on Mars, and you stay on Earth? Each week we’ll exchange the children on the moon.”

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 13, 2020 by adminApril 13, 2020

How brainstorming is an effective tool in problem solving. This was a real exchange between a husband and wife who were mediating their divorce.  They were struggling to figure out a parenting plan. Each had differing visions about how far … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged brainstorming, conflict resolution, problem solving

Don’t Get Hijacked by Your Automatic Behaviors

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 30, 2020 by adminMarch 30, 2020

(How to avoid conflict through self-awareness) We all have automatic behaviors…those tasks we perform unconsciously with very little thought.  This morning proves it.  I’m sure that most of you reading this article go through the exact same routine every morning … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation

A New Conflict Dance

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on February 14, 2020 by adminFebruary 14, 2020

We all have automatic behaviors, and they can be problematic, especially in conflict communications. Here’s how to change them.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged automatic behavior, conflict communication skills
exclamation mark and question mark

Faced with Anger, Get Curious!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2020 by adminJanuary 13, 2020

When we are faced with someone’s anger towards us, we can choose to be curious. This has many benefits, and here is how to do it.

Continue reading →
Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict communication skills, conflict resolution
Jeff Doll asking "How would you be talking if I were here?"

Creepy, but Effective – The Jeff Doll!?!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on November 26, 2019 by adminNovember 26, 2019

Ritualizing Communication to Resolve Conflict An old mediation client called me the other day. He wanted to share a breakthrough in communication that he had with his ex-wife.  He said that although they had resolved their divorce in my process … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
Image of horse's mouth

We All Have Mouths…

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on April 2, 2018 by adminApril 2, 2018

… in conflict, we don’t always know how to use them For over 28 years, I’ve asked conflicted parents the following question: “On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best, what … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communication skills, conflict communication skills
dove

Mediation Can Preserve Relationships, Not Destroy Them

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on March 27, 2018 by adminNovember 20, 2018

One of the most valuable benefits to mediating a conflict is that the parties have the opportunity to not only resolve their dispute, but also to both preserve and enhance their relationship. Conflict, handled poorly, can destroy future collaboration.  Handled … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged benefits of mediation, mediation
The f-word in divorce

Divorcing? You know this F-Word!

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on August 17, 2017 by adminAugust 17, 2017

And How Mediation Can Help For many years now, I have lectured at the David B. Faulk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University regarding the practice of mediation and mediation ethics. To get my students’ attention, I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation
Try forest bathing to renew your spirit. Image of path in wooded area.

Divorcing?  Try Forest Bathing

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on May 9, 2017 by adminMarch 12, 2022

A few weeks ago, I was hiking on a very remote trail in the Adirondacks. Several miles from a trailhead, at the intersection of two trails, I stopped by a stream to admire the view and have a snack. I … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce, forest-bathing, stress reduction
5 reasons you would want a complimentary consultation. Image of hand with the word Reasons on its palm.

Why you would want a complimentary consultation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 17, 2017 by adminJanuary 17, 2017

(…and why I don’t charge for them) Before deciding how to resolve a conflict, a decision must be made about what process should be used.  I offer a complimentary consultation to help folks determine whether mediation is the right option.  … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged complimentary consultation
When conflict is brewing, be proactive. Image of two people talking.

When Conflict is Brewing, Be Proactive

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminJune 26, 2018

Productivity can decrease significantly when key members of your business or organization have unresolved interpersonal or workplace-related issues.  These conflicts can be as a result of perceived or actual employment situations, race, age or sex discrimination, business practices and/or conflicts … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged productivity, resolving interpersonal conflict, workplace
What an orange has to do with conflict resolution. Image of child's hand with an orange.

What Does An Orange Have To Do With Conflict Resolution?*

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 13, 2017 by adminMay 29, 2018

*A LOT! Several years ago, at an advanced Harvard Program on Negotiation training in conflict resolution, my professor shared a very simple story that I have found to be useful in explaining a methodology that I frequently use in my … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged conflict resolution, interest-based bargaining, positional bargaining
family of geese on water

Divorce Well

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 20, 2019

Recently, in an initial consultation with a couple, the husband lamented that his divorce had happened to him. When I asked him what he meant by that statement, he said that he felt powerless … that his wife had made … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, divorce well
man at desk, seemingly burned out

Your Employee’s Divorce

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminMarch 5, 2019

If you have ever experienced a key employee go through a divorce, this article is for you. The trauma experienced by a divorce often results in debilitating anxiety, overwhelming vulnerability and an inability to cope. In the workplace, this translates … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged compromised performance, employee divorce
man and woman with cups of tea

10 Strategies to Get Your Spouse to the Mediation Table

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminNovember 5, 2020

UPDATE: Download a PDF of these Strategies A recurring theme in my practice is the question of how to convince a reluctant spouse to participate in mediation. Here’s the scenario: The person calling me is usually the spouse who is … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged divorce mediation, strategies
Image of document with fountain pen.

Ethical Principles and Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

All professions are governed by an objective set of ethical standards and the mediation profession is no exception.  Ethics and practice standards provide integrity to the mediation process by informing consumers of what they can expect from their mediator and … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged ethical principles, practice standards, process integrity
Mediation resources. Image of stack of books.

ABA Resource Section on Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator Posted on January 12, 2017 by adminJanuary 13, 2017

The American Bar Association also has a resource section that provides information about mediation:  what it is, how it relates to the Law, its advantages, details of the process, which matters can be resolved through mediation and how to choose … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged mediation resource
How you communicate matters. Image of driver at wheel while looking at mobile phone.

How you communicate matters

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

We’ve all experienced it on some level: When we are upset or engaged in conflict, we resort to emailing or texting rather than communicating in person. In today’s world, we have the ability to hide behind our technology and “communicate” … Continue reading →

Posted in mediation | Tagged communications, e-mail, texting
Premarital mediation. Image of man kissing woman's cheek.

Premarital Mediation

Jeffrey M. Cohen, Esq., Mediator

The other day, a client told me that if she and her husband engaged in mediation before they got married, they would never have come to me to help them divorce. Her soon-to-be ex-husband agreed. Many of the concerns that … Continue reading →

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