Can I be forced to go to mediation?

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.

Why does mediation take so long?

In my practice, mediation can be as short or as long as it needs to be, and this will depend on several factors, including the unique needs of the parties, the number and complexity of the issues involved, and the speed with which we can generate new options.

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 …