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 Mediation: A Faster, Better, Easier Alternative to Avoid Family Warfare
Do you want to work together with your partner to solve the issues involved in your separation or divorce?
"In these unsettled times, the benefit of resolving family conflicts through mediation is all the greater. The emotional and economic costs of protracting or litigating family disputes seem misplaced when these resources are already stretched thin from external events we can't control, and there is more than enough conflict in the world."
H. JAY FOLBERG, FORMER PRESIDENT, ACADEMY OF FAMILY MEDIATORS
The end of a marriage or relationship is one of the very hardest times in our lives. In the midst of such pain, many couples wrongly assume that they will never be able to settle their differences. If they are not careful, they may end up on the dangerous road to family warfare and litigation.
A mediator assists negotiation of a mutually fair settlement regarding your children, finances, and other matters that may be very hard to resolve one-on-one. Mediation offers the quickest and most cost-effective option for couples who are able to interact respectfully, with each person comfortable advocating for himself or herself.
Studies consistently show much higher rates of settlement and long-term satisfaction for divorcing couples who mediate. 80% of people who use mediation recommend it (including those who did not reach a full agreement).
Mediation sessions take place in my office, a neutral, safe location. I have extensive training in negotiation and conflict resolution techniques. My role is to ensures that the process remains respectful and works to develop win-win solutions that might not otherwise occur to the parties.
You maintain complete control. In a litigated case, a judge you don't know imposes a solution on your family. Mediation is a completely voluntary process where those with the best information -- the family members -- design agreements tailored to their particular needs. If at any point the process stops working for your family, you can simply withdraw.
After you reach a full agreement, Court is a formality. Once a couple reaches a mediated settlement, the court process simply rubber-stamps those agreements so they become legally enforceable.
To learn more about mediation, click the Frequently Asked Questions tab or contact me for a free consultation. | 