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MEDIATION As an experienced mediator, Marilyn will meet with both parties to facilitate the discussion of their issues. A Mediator does not make decisions, rather she explains the law and assists the parties to reach a resolution. In the case of a divorcing couple, Marilyn will draft the legal Separation Agreement which will include the decisions reached by the parties regarding custody, support and property distribution. The separate attorneys who are advising each of the parties will review the document before it is signed. Some agreements reached through the mediation process are read into a court record and incorporated into an order signed by a judge. Hourly rates apply to the mediation sessions and there is an additional charge to draft the agreement. Mediation can be used at any stage of a divorce or Family Court proceeding, or in any other circumstance when parties desire to settle their dispute out of court. Mediation is especially useful in cases where you want to preserve a relationship with the other party. It is often the only avenue available to couples who do not have any standing to petition a court. It allows parents to separate while maintaining an amicable relationship for the sake of their children. Advantages of Mediation over Litigation: * Less expensive * Private * Convenient * Less stress * Faster * Confidential * Control remains with the disputants * Preserves relationship |
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