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Family Mediation
What is Mediation? Divorce mediation is a step-by-step process through which separating couples arrive at an equitable and suitable agreement about their differences. Mediation provides an alternative to the adversary system which casts divorcing spouses as opponents. In Mediation, the spouses are viewed as cooperative adults who are restructuring their lives, and the lives of their children. Mediation is conducted under the guidance of a trained professional who helps the couple make the necessary decisions about their changing future. While the primary goal of mediation is to resolve diferences, mediation also: promotes communication and cooperation, allows you to control decisions that affect your life, is typically less costly that litigation, benefits children and others by reducing conflict, is confidential, avoiding public disclosure of personal problems, and, can be completed in less time than litigation, so you can move ahead with your life. How Does Mediation Work? The mediator helps people examine their situation in terms of their needs and interests. Relevant information is gathered which may include budgets, business records, tax returns, and property valuations. Settlement options are developed and discussed to be sure they fairly meet everyone's goals. Decisions are made which allow each person to realize a positive result.
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