NYSCDM hosted their annual fall mini-conference Saturday, December 3, 2011 at John Jay College. The conference focused on current issues facing divorce mediators, such as federal, state, and city tax traps in real estate transfers, which was presented by Steve Abel and Eli Uncyk. “Mediators must be educated about the rules regarding federal capital gains tax before discussing the sale of the marital home with their client,” states Public Awareness Committee co-chair, Helene Bernstein.
Teresa D. Calabrese and Katie Cole discussed issues involving same sex marriage. “NYS Equality Act does not fully protect LGBTQ clients and mediators can assist with agreements that further protect their marital and family relationships,” added Susan Ingram, who co-chairs the Public Awareness Committee of the NYSCDM.
Support Magistrate Carole Princer Levy spoke on magistrates deciding difficult child support issues. The Magistrate explained that losing one’s job is not a guarantee your child support payments will be reduced. The court will look at a party's ability to pay as opposed to their current income in considering a request to lower child support. "Mediators can help clients create agreements that anticipate how child support can be paid in these situations so you can avoid going to court,” says NYSCDM President, Bobbie Dillon.
There was an interactive audience workshop to discuss mediating with clients who present unusual challenges.
The conference was a sell-out with nearly 100 mediators in attendance.
Next conference is May 3-5 in Saratoga Springs, NY at Gideon Putnam. More information to come.
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