Time
Tue, July 15, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pmPricing
$5
Location
Gorton CenterAre you or someone you know thinking about divorce? Navigating this emotional and complex process can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to go through it uninformed. This workshop is designed to help you understand your options and explore the path that may be best for your unique family situation.
Divorce mediation is a collaborative, respectful process that empowers couples to make all of their own decisions—about parenting, finances, property division, child support, and alimony—without turning to the courts. If both partners can communicate and are willing to be fair and reasonable, mediation offers a way to move forward with dignity and mutual respect.
Mediation significantly reduces the emotional and financial costs often associated with traditional divorce litigation. It also minimizes the stress placed on children, helping families transition more smoothly into their next chapter.
In this informative session, you’ll learn:
What divorce mediation is and how it works
The key requirements for successful mediation
The benefits of choosing mediation over traditional litigation
How mediation can protect your emotional, financial, and family well-being
Mediation is the least expensive, least time-consuming, and least adversarial way to end a marriage. It puts decision-making power in your hands—not in a judge’s—and fosters a cooperative environment that prioritizes the best interests of everyone involved, especially children.
Join us to discover whether divorce mediation is the right choice for you or someone you care about.
If you cannot attend in-person, you can contact Michael Cohen through his website at michaelsmediation.com to meet 1:1 to review this same information confidentially.
Michael Cohen is a divorce mediator in Lake Forest who is dedicated to helping families get through the stressful process of a divorce in the healthiest way for the couple and for their children. During a successful career leading diverse teams for a large local company, Michael trained at Northwestern University to gain his divorce mediation certification and has built a practice whose purpose is to help others. Michael is a caring, empathetic leader who will take the time to understand your passions and priorities, and will guide you to help you create the best solutions for you and your families.
Gorton Center is a premier destination for outstanding cultural and performing arts experiences serving the residents of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding region. As a proud nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are dedicated to enriching our community through an array of exceptional events and programs.
At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our vibrant calendar is brimming with diverse offerings, ensuring there's always something to captivate and inspire you. From live music performances that resonate with your soul to comedy nights that leave you in stitches, we curate events to suit all tastes and interests. Our dedication to quality and community engagement means you can expect only the best in cultural entertainment.
Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you. Come be a part of our community, where every event is an opportunity to connect, enjoy, and be inspired.
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Laura Demmer, Director of Development
Ann Kiesling, Development Associate
847-234-6060
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