The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution
Mediation Theory and Practice

1. Edition January 2010
496 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
No matter your profession (attorney, clinician, family therapist)
or skill level (seasoned professional or novice), The Handbook of
Family Dispute Resolution is an invaluable resource that outlines
the most effective mediation approaches, techniques, and skills.
The Handbook of Family Dispute Resolution is a practical and
comprehensive guide that includes
* A review of professional ethics and standards
* Help for attorneys who are not trained in the skills needed for
working with families
* Information about cultural issues that affect families during
mediation
* Highlights of key legal and negotiation skills
* Guidelines for understanding complex family dynamics and
conflicts
* A screening tool for evaluating domestic violence
* A matrix for starting discussions of parenting plans based on
children's needs
* An examination of specialized practices for family mediation
* Direction for assessing one's professional approach to family
mediation
Acknowledgments xvii
Part One: Practical Theory
Part Two: Family Mediation processes
Part Three: Specialized Practices in Family Mediation
References 449
The Author 461
Index 463