What takes place in Divorce Mediation?
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What takes place in Divorce Mediation?
In divorce mediation, you and your spouseor, in some cases, the two of you and your respective lawyershire a neutral third party, called a mediator, to meet with you in an effort to discuss and resolve the issues in your divorce. Mediation is confidential, with no public record of what goes on in your sessions.
What should I ask for in mediation?
The questions which you should be asking yourself are:Do I feel comfortable with this mediator?Do I feel like this mediator has integrity?Do I feel like this mediator will be fair and balanced and maintain integrity in the process?
What do you wear to mediation?
Mediation is less formal than a court trial, so wear clothes in which you feel comfortable. The mediation session may continue all day so consider what refreshments are available at or nearby the mediation venue. If necessary, bring your own food, drink, and snacks.
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 …
