tag - Alexandria Skinner, J.D., Mediator and Attorney

Divorce Mediation: When Is It Appropriate?

By Skinner, on June 12th, 2011%

You don’t have to go to war. Mediation is an alternative for people who want to be kind and fair. . . . → Read More: Divorce Mediation: When Is It Appropriate?

This Is My Commandment

By Skinner, on January 27th, 2011%

How we respond to those we are in conflict with may be more important than any other aspect of our dispute. . . . → Read More: This Is My Commandment

Protected: What Are My Divorce Options in South Carolina?

By Skinner, on November 27th, 2010%

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Mediation for Church Congregations

By Skinner, on October 28th, 2010%

Every church has conflict. The key issue is, how do you respond to it? The mediators of Just Mediation, LLC, are available not only to intervene as professional mediators, but also to help your congregation develop healthy mechanisms for responding to the conflict that is a healthy sign of a growing organization. . . . → Read More: Mediation for Church Congregations

What is Elder Mediation, and How to Choose a Mediator?

By Skinner, on October 28th, 2010%

This article discusses when to use an elder mediator and how to choose one. . . . → Read More: What is Elder Mediation, and How to Choose a Mediator?

Compassion in Listening

By Skinner, on October 4th, 2010%

We all know listening is important if we want to resolve conflict, but sometimes we talk past each other. This article has specific suggestions for improving listening and conflict resolution skill. . . . → Read More: Compassion in Listening

Collaborative Divorce: Invest in Family Solutions Rather Than Conflict

By Skinner, on August 3rd, 2010%

I will not work on a divorce case unless both parties are committed to fairness and to staying out of court. This article explains why. . . . → Read More: Collaborative Divorce: Invest in Family Solutions Rather Than Conflict

Nine Reasons to Mediate Your Conflict

By Skinner, on July 25th, 2010%

Nine great reasons to use a mediator! . . . → Read More: Nine Reasons to Mediate Your Conflict

Faith Based, Christian Mediation

By Skinner, on February 8th, 2010%

Christians have special obligations to model principles of healthy reconciliation and to avoid secular courts. This can be a difficult challenge, but no one ever said the committed life was easy. The rewards are also great. . . . → Read More: Faith Based, Christian Mediation

Keeping Communication Positive During Conflict

By Skinner, on October 5th, 2009%

Nine tips that will help open doors to communication when you are trying to resolve a dispute . . . → Read More: Keeping Communication Positive During Conflict