Does collaborative divorce work?

Does collaborative divorce work?

Collaborative divorce can save you time, money, and the stress of litigation. Most importantly, it can allow the parties to work together to reach a solution that is best for everyone involved.

What do I do if my partner refuses mediation?

What happens if one partner refuses to go to mediation, or if they attend but refuse to participate? The amendments to the Family Law Act make it compulsory to attend mediation before making an application in Court regarding parenting matters. The Court may also determine whether to award costs against a party.

Can I be forced to go to mediation?

A mediator is not a decision-maker like a judge or an arbitrator; rather, the mediator will assist parties to resolve the issue themselves. Mediation is a non-binding process; at any point, either party can withdraw. The non-binding nature also means that decisions cannot be forced on either party.

How much does mediation cost per hour?

Offsite mediation fees are government-subsidized and are based on each party’s income and number of dependants. The fee range is as low as $5 per hour for those with an annual income under $14,999, to $105 per hour for those with an annual income of between $59,000-$59,999 and no dependants.

What happens if one parent doesn’t show up to mediation?

If one or both parties fail to attend mediation, the Court will be notified. If this occurs, it is important that you still appear at the Court hearing on the date scheduled. However, both parties should be prepared to provide an explanation to the judge why they were unable to attend mediation.

Can you decline mediation?

People invited to participate in mediation may refuse to attend and cite various reasons for doing so.