Although mediation is handled by a mediator, both you and your spouse should have a divorce lawyer who can give you the legal advice you need to stay informed about your case.
Mediation Issues
“What training does someone need to become a divorce mediator?”
What training does someone need to become a divorce mediator? What should I know about a divorce mediator before choosing one?
“Will we meet weekly with the mediator? Who is present at the sessions?”
You, your spouse, and your mediator will all get together to discuss your divorce and arrive at a mutual resolution.
How long will divorce mediation take? How long are the sessions?
While it varies from case to case, the average full divorce can be handled in three to eight sessions.
What information must I disclose to my spouse and to the mediator? What is discussed during divorce mediation?
Mediation is a private process, but during that process you should know what information you need to be completely open about.
What is divorce mediation? Is a mediated agreement binding?
Mediation is used for more than just divorce, and this article shows that it is an effective legal method that resolves issues in family law.
What are the most important attributes of an effective divorce mediator?
An effective mediator wears many hats. One of the hats is that of an educator. If you have an attorney-mediator, they can educate you about divorce law. It’s very important that you understand family law so that you can make informed decisions in divorce mediation that are in line with the law, that you know you’re going to […]
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The real beauty of divorce mediation is confidentiality. And confidentiality leads to trust. If you’re in a trusting environment, you’re much more likely to be able to negotiate a fair solution to all the issues of your marriage. In family law litigation, there is no trust: you won’t be able to trust your ex-spouse, and […]
My friends have warned me that mediation doesn’t work well with men. Is this true?
That’s an interesting question that I’ve received from many people of both genders with the same concern. The reality is that I haven’t perceived any bias towards any gender in divorce mediation. The reality is that a divorce mediator worth his salt will ensure that both sides are protected and that the process is […]
How does collaborative law differ from mediation or litigation?
Collaborative divorce goes a step further than even mediation by putting so much emphasis on cooperation that the lawyers must resign if their clients choose litigation.
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