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  • Common Problems People Face When Getting A Divorce

    Author: Brian James | Aug 06, 2019 | Categories: child custody , co mediation , divorce attorney , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation , mediation training

    Common Problems People Face When Getting A Divorce - C.E.L. and Associates, Inc. - Divorce Mediator in Chicago

    Let’s face it, going through a divorce is one of the most trying times in a person’s life. Although a divorce may eventually lead to a better future for you and your spouse, the road leading to divorce is littered with devastation, stress, and emotional trauma. Moreover, the hassles of preparing for court and dealing with the emotions often result in sidelining of your children and their well-being.

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  • How To Get Divorced On A Budget

    Author: Brian James | Jul 10, 2019 | Categories: child custody , co mediation , divorce attorney , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation

    How To Get Divorced On A Budget - C.E.L. and Associates, Inc

    The traditional process of getting a divorce, where each party hires an attorney to negotiate the divorce settlement either privately or before a judge, can be extremely expensive not to mention time-consuming and emotionally exhausting. For this reason, the traditional method of divorce should be considered only as a last resort.

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  • Helping High Conflict Parents Stay Out Of Court

    Author: Brian James | Dec 26, 2018 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , divorce mediator , family mediation services

    Parenting Coordinators - Helping High Conflict Parents Stay Out Of Court

    Going through a divorce is a trying time for many, especially when both parties refuse to see eye to eye. However, when parents separate and are continuously in disagreement with each other, their children’s best interests are often neglected.

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  • Divorce Words and Phrases - What They Really Mean

    Author: Brian James | Sep 11, 2018 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation

    Divorce Words and Phrases - What They Really Mean

    Going through a divorce can be an emotional ordeal and a difficult time for the divorcing parties, surrounding family members, and children. Emotions may be running high as everyone adjusts to the “new normal”.

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  • A Resource Guide To Divorce Mediation

    Author: Brian James | Aug 29, 2018 | Categories: child custody , co mediation , divorce attorney , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation , mediation training

    A Resource Guide To Divorce Mediation - C.E.L. and Associates, Inc

    As divorce mediators, it is essential for us to keep updated on the latest mediation trends. We are continually honing our skills and looking for fresh ways to stay current and connected to other professionals.

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  • Five Tips To Making Your Divorce Mediation A Successful One

    Author: Brian James | Jul 30, 2018 | Categories: child custody , co mediation , divorce attorney , divorce mediator , marital mediation , mediation training

    Five Tips To Making Your Divorce Mediation A Successful One

    The road leading to divorce can be extended, arduous and littered with devastation, embarrassment, stress, and emotional trauma. It could also be an expensive affair as well as a long-drawn battle that you and your spouse cannot afford.

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  • A Beginner’s Guide To Divorce Mediation

    Author: Brian James | May 31, 2018 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , family mediation services , marital mediation , mediation training

    A Beginner’s Guide To Divorce Mediation

    Getting a divorce can be difficult, but not all divorces have to be fought in court and end bitterly. People are more interested in avoiding emotionally draining and financially stressful separations and want to move on with as little fuss as possible.

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  • Why You Should Choose C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.!

    Author: Jackie Pilossoph | May 03, 2018 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , family mediation services , marital mediation , mediation training

    Why You Should Choose C.E.L. & Associates, Inc. - Divorce Mediators in Chicago

    Anger and disappointment are common feelings that may arise during a divorce, feeling that can lead to communication difficulties while settling divorce issues such as division of property, decision making, visitation and spousal and child support issues.

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  • How Divorce Mediation Could Help You Avoid an Ugly Litigation Battle

    Author: Brian James | Apr 04, 2018 | Categories: divorce attorney , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , mediation training

    How Divorce Mediation Could Help You Avoid an Ugly Litigation Battle

    Going through a divorce is an emotionally draining experience that not just depletes your finances, but causes months of anxiety and stress, due to long-drawn out court battles and the nitty-gritty details that need to be ironed out.

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  • How C.E.L. & Associates, Inc. Mediated Between Two Warring Clients

    Author: Brian James | Jan 31, 2018 | Categories: divorce mediation , divorce mediator

    How C.E.L. & Associates, Inc. Mediated Between Two Warring Clients

    When it comes to being a divorce mediator, the job gets really tough when there are two warring factions. The animosity between the parties often leads to the discarding of logic and reasoning and this has a negative impact on the outcome which further fuels the feud.

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  • FAQs About a Divorce Mediator/Mediation

    Author: Brian James | Jan 16, 2018 | Categories: divorce mediation , divorce mediator

    FAQs About a Divorce Mediator, Mediation - C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.

    Getting a divorce can be quite draining emotionally, mentally and financially. Having the right information about who can help make things go more smoothly and who cannot, is crucial during these trying time. While getting professional divorce mediation will help to a large extent, clients are still unsure about a mediator’s role.

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  • Debunked! Don’t Believe These Divorce Mediation Myths!

    Author: Brian James | Oct 30, 2017 | Categories: child custody , divorce mediation , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation

    Debunked - Don’t Believe These Divorce Mediation Myths

    When it comes to divorce, couples end up as adversaries, hiring separate attorneys to wrangle over child parenting time and support, maintenance, assets and anything else they care about. This often leads to added costs and increasing stress levels. However, in an effort to reduce stress and expenses, couples are turning to divorce mediation as a realistic and healthier alternative.

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  • Common Mistakes People Make When Getting a Divorce

    Author: Brian James | Sep 20, 2017 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , family mediation services , marital mediation , mediation training

    Common Mistakes People Make When Getting a Divorce

    Sometimes divorce can be the best course of action for those who are facing difficult relationship circumstances. Even though it may be the right thing to do, a divorce can be intensely painful and emotionally devastating. 

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  • Top Five Things to Look for When Hiring a Divorce Mediator

    Author: Brian James | Aug 01, 2017 | Categories: child custody , divorce attorney , mediation training

    Top Five Things to Look for When Hiring a Divorce Mediator

    If you’re contemplating a divorce or separation, it can be devastating and stressful. You may be facing uncertainty in many areas of your life and hesitant about the next steps to take. It’s extremely beneficial to enlist professional help to protect yourself. A divorce mediator can assist in the break-up of a marriage and restructuring of the family unit. Mediators can guide you to a resolution or settlement that will be acceptable to all parties involved.

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  • Business Spotlight: C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.

    Author: Brian James | Jul 05, 2017 | Categories: child custody , divorce mediator , family mediation services , mediation training

    Business Spotlight - C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.

    Thanks for stopping by our blog. If you’re looking for more information about C.E.L. & Associates Inc., you’ve come to the right place.

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  • Owner Spotlight : Brian James

    Author: Brian James | Jun 05, 2017 | Categories: child custody , marital mediation

    Owner Spotlight - Brian James

    I’m Brian James, proud owner of C.E.L and Associates, Inc.

    I look forward to sharing my story. I hope that you will enjoy getting to know me better.

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  • Going Through A Divorce? One Word That Will Keep You Out of The Garbage Chute

    Author: Jackie Pilossoph | Jun 01, 2017 | Categories: child custody , divorce mediator , family mediation services , marital mediation

    Going Through A Divorce - One Word That Will Keep You Out of The Garbage Chute

    “Daddy, I want it now!” whined Veruca Salt throughout the 1971 classic film, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. I often wondered why Salt couldn’t wait a day and just ask her dad to give Mr. Wonka a call to talk about the golden egg.

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  • Announcing the new website

    Author: Brian James | May 07, 2017 | Categories: child custody , marital mediation

    Announcing the new website - C.E.L. & Associates, Inc.

    We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website!

    Our new website provides our existing and prospective clients with a simple yet interactive view of our work and the services that we offer. 

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  • New website under construction

    Author: Brian James | Apr 25, 2017

    New Website Coming Soon!

    We are currently revamping our website. Our new website will be interactive and mobile friendly!

    Watch this space for updates. Just few more weeks to go!  

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