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Mediation has its origins in ancient times. Mediation was utilized in Phoenicia and Babylon to resolve commerce issues. The ancient Greeks called mediators proxenetas. The origins of mediation can be traced to Roman Law as early as 530 A.D. Romans had other names for mediators, including intemuncius, medium, intercessor, philantropus, interpolator, conciliator, interlocutor, interpres, and eventually mediator. Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). See Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia, History of Dispute Mediation, http://en.wikipedia.org. The general definition of mediation is the process whereby a neutral person facilitates the resolution of a dispute between two parties. When the mediator has a specialized knowledge such as in the area of divorce, the process historically has been referred to as conciliation. Conciliators, utilizing their expertise of the matter in dispute, can make suggestions for settlement terms and give advice on the subject matter. In that sense, the conciliator acts as an advisor and mediator. For purposes of this chapter, the term mediator will apply to the neutral third person who acts in the mediation or conciliation process.
We are very grateful that Positively Hopatcong, a Facebook Group that highlights the positive news and information of the great community of Hopatcong, New Jersey where our primary office is located, featured us in a recent spotlight. They highlighted our strong connection to Hopatcong and our continued efforts to be a positive influence on the community! Read the great piece below!
Expanding your family is one of the greatest and most important steps of your life. Adoption is one such way to expand your family whether you are adopting an infant, older child, stepchild or even an adult. There are several different types of adoptions and requirements necessary for adopting a child in NJ. Having an attorney to guide you through this important time is necessary to ensure that the adoption process goes smoothly and all legal requirements are met.
Please click here to read the original article, published by the NJ Herald and written by Jennifer Jean Miller.
HOPATCONG – When 10 children in the area look under their Christmas trees this year, shiny, new bicycles and matching helmets will be waiting for them, thanks to the efforts of about 25 local elves.
The teams from the Law Firm of Gruber, Colabella, Thompson, Hiben & Montella and SMILE of Hopatcong – a 501(c)(3) non-profit group home for developmentally-disabled men – celebrated their joint holiday party on Wednesday differently than others typically do. Rather than gift exchanges, as Christmas music floated in the air of SMILE’s community room, the teams from each group rolled up their sleeves, opened their tool bags and assembled bicycles for six boys between the ages of 7 and 11 and four girls, between 4 and 9.
The Spring Break recess, much anticipated by students across the country, is upon us. Fun and relaxation await all those who have put in their half-semester’s worth of work. Unfortunately, for some, this short vacation can lead to very long-term consequences. Specifically, we all have to remember that the “break” is not about breaking the law. What follows are some tips for a safe Spring Break.
In this holiday season there are many opportunities to celebrate with friends and family. While this is a great time to gather at parties, it is important to do so responsibly. We at the law firm of Gruber, Colabella, Thompson, Hiben & Montella, we would like share two relevant laws for you to consider.
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