No-Fight Divorce: Spend Less Money, Save Time, and Avoid Conflict Using Mediation

by Brette McWhorter Sember

90 percent of mediated divorce cases settle successfully out of court Mediation is growing in popularity, and few books on the market reflect the important changes in divorce law and mediation... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0071456139
• ISBN13: 9780071456135
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
• Length: 205 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Excellent Resource for Those Who Want to Do Divorce Right

I am truly sorry this book wasn't available some 30 years ago when my parents went through an ugly divorce. Using the advice Ms. McWhorter Sember puts forth -- even if you end up not using mediation -- lays the foundation for about as friendly a divorce as one can have. This method works in every aspect of the divorce situation and brings up "what if" situations one might not think of during the process -- and provides solutions. Not only can this save a divorcing couple money, time and agony during the proceedings, it helps foster a healthy relationship after the divorce. That's a big plus, especially when children are involved. An excellent resource for anyone contemplating, or going through a divorce.

Less power struggle, more peace of mind.

I don't know how she did it! Author Brette McWhorter Sember, J.D. has given us the ultimate plan for surviving divorce with dignity -- in a book you won't want to hide from your spouse. While "No-Fight Divorce: Spend Less Money, Save Time, and Avoid Conflict Using Mediation" covers every last detail of this typically overwhelming life challenge, reading the book itself is not the least bit overwhelming. From the pros and cons of mediation, to finding out if you're a good candidate, to locating the right mediator, the author anticipates every question and provides clear and simple answers, without animosity toward either sex. It thoroughly explains how to negotiate property, parenting, and money issues and how to deal with sticking points. The book addresses fears you haven't even thought of yet and answers questions like, "What if you have no idea what's reasonable," and "What if your spouse makes last minute changes or demands?" Boy, do I wish this book had been around during my divorce. After our first mediation session my ex exploded and I gave up, out of fear and lack of knowledge. Sure, we read other books, but they either missed the point entirely or contained that conversation-busting chapter that should be titled, "How to rip off your soon-to-be ex." "No-Fight Divorce" is sure to bring much better short and long-term results for all. In fact, I plan to pass my copy along to friends who are considering mediation. I have no doubt it will be well-received on both fronts.