Today we’d like to introduce you to Mercedes Barker.
Hi Mercedes, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Your Divorce™ was founded on the premise that there’s a better way than the traditional approach to divorce. Most couples actually want a smoother transition. Despite the emotional turmoil, the anger, or resentments they may be carrying, they really do want what’s best for them and their family. And obviously, what’s best is less conflict, less cost, a family nucleus that remains intact, and a softer landing for all affected.
Sometimes, there are those cases that involve high-conflict personalities who make it nearly impossible to cooperate in the best interest of the family … and one spouse needs to do the bulk of the work on the untangling. I’m very passionate about helping spouses in this kind of marriage and firmly believe no one should endure that kind of abuse. You’ll understand why when you read my story.
My Own Divorce
During the last 7 years of our 20 years together, my ex-husband and I simply morphed into best friends and drifted away from each other as a couple. There wasn’t a single event that triggered it, we just grew apart as a couple while keeping the family intact. My divorce was as easy as a divorce could possibly be. We’re still family and best of friends.
My Life Partner
Tom and I met 14 years ago. Actually, we re-met. We’d been in elementary school together.
That was the last I saw or heard of him until 2012, when he found me on Facebook 42 years later. He had been divorced for a number of years already.
While Tom and I continue to have a wonderful and exciting life together, the past 14 years have included moments where unresolved dynamics from our previous family situations naturally spilled into our world.
It’s the stark contrast of what we experienced in our marriages and divorces that contributed to the inspiration that led to the creation of Your Divorce™.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Other than the personal experiences I endured in my story that got me to this point, I would say no. It’s been one of the most rewarding journeys.
We’ve been impressed with Your Divorce, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Your Divorce is designed to offer all divorces services in ONE place, under the same roof, for a seamless, less stressful process.
As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager, Civil and Family: Divorce, Child Custody Mediator, CDC Divorce Coach, Mortgage Broker and Certified Divorce Lending Professional, and licensed Realtor, I am able to help spouses piece together their settlement agreements and proposals to best suit their needs. I take pride in ensuring that my clients are fully informed before making decisions that will impact them for the rest of their lives and that of their families. Your Divorce has a unique, thoughtful and empowering approach to the whole process, while also being able to strongly advocate in some of the most contested divorces.
What matters most to you?
Helping others out of a bad situation and into the best possible position for post-divorce.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.your-divorce.com
