Is Mediation a good option to resolve the issues arising from my separation?

There are several reasons why mediation is usually a good option for a resolution of the issues arising from the parties separation, namely, as follows:

1. Cost – The parties will share the cost of the mediation.  It is cheaper than each party retaining his/her own lawyers.  The parties will not have the bear the cost of numerous letters between their respective lawyers, court appearances etc.

2. Speed – Mediation is much faster than litigation.  Court proceedings may last for years.  Mediation utilizes a series of meetings (with all parties or just the mediator separately with each party) in order to attempt to arrive at a solution to the parties issues;

3. Control – Unlike court proceedings, in mediation you are not asking a third party to impose a solution to your problems.   You are working with the opposing party to arrive at a solution that is mutually agreeable.   Since you are working with the other party, mediation is not a recommended dispute resolution system if there is a history of abuse or violence as between the parties.

Mediation is a voluntarily process.  A mediator cannot force a resolution to your issues.  However, it is usually cheaper and faster and less stressful than the headaches that are usually associated with court proceedings.

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