What happens during divorce mediation?
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What happens during divorce mediation?
The focus at this time is to work out what the main issues are and narrow them down into what both parties are in agreement about already and what issues there is disagreement about. The mediator will usually then ask each party to consider options for settlement.
Why would Mediation not be suitable?
Mediation will not be appropriate if there are issues of harm concerning your child, for example allegations of sexual or physical abuse, and/or you have experienced domestic violence, or if there is an imbalance of power within the relationship, for example, because you have a disability or because English is not your …
Can a mother refuse mediation?
They feel that a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) is just another thing preventing them from getting what they want. By trying mediation, a couple has nothing to lose and everything to gain, starting with their self-respect. The answer of course, is yes, you can refuse.