Divorce Mediation: Why Mediation?
*This does not include consultation with your attorneys or preparation of your Property Settlement Agreement.
However, since your attorneys act as legal advisors during the mediation process and don’t have to spend numerous hours
preparing for trial as in a contested divorce, your legal fees will be dramatically less.
You will generally save at least the expense of one attorney.
Communication in Contested Divorce vs. Mediation
This graphic clearly depicts why mediation is faster, less stressful, and more affordable than contested divorce. In a typical divorce, spouses don’t talk directly with each other, leaving their lawyers to negotiate for them. Mediation breaks down this serious communication barrier and sets the tone for cooperation. With the guidance of a capable mediator, spouses actively work together to reach a fair agreement on the essential issues of support, assets, and parenting.
A skilled mediator will bring process and content expertise to your negotiations. He will move you swiftly and productively toward a mutually agreeable resolution by:
- Setting an agenda.
- Starting from areas of agreement to establish a foundation then addressing areas of controversy.
- Providing relevant information and examples from experience as needed.
- Averting misunderstandings and clarifying intentions.
- Helping you see your spouse’s perspective without losing sight of your own position.
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