What Should Couples Expect from Divorce Mediation
When you have both reached the decision to part ways and get a divorce, it can be one of the most significant portions of a person’s entire life. So many factors to consider such as “property division”, “child custody”, and even “pet custody!” There are so many potentially complex issues it can get very overwhelming.
There are always terrible stories about divorce and we are aware they can get very contentious and room for conflict, but divorce mediation does a terrific job of creating a calm situation where communication can bring both parties together.
Throughout the stress, you must both realize that it is beneficial to both parties to communicate peacefully and divorce mediation will help you achieve this.
Here are a few of the key aspects of divorce mediation:
A Faster Divorce
One of the top reasons couples choose divorce mediation (besides costs), is that they are allowed the opportunity for a faster divorce. When each individual is ale to communicate and draw up an agreement, with the guidance of a mediator, the time to completion can be minimal compared to a traditional divorce lawyer which could take several months, and in many cases, longer.
More Control Over Proceedings – Avoid Court
When couples are involved in a court battle, there is very little to almost no say when hearings are scheduled. Not only outside of the stress of court, these proceedings can have a massive impact on each of your professional and personal lives.
With mediation, when you have more control, there is a much higher level of confidence for both parties to be heard. Cases can be settled outside of court, and the divorce mediator will help you finalize the MSA (marital settlement agreement) to submit to the courts.
Post-Divorce: A Better Relationship
If there are children involved, you both will need to remain active in their lives. It is almost certain that you will both need to tackle parental issues together and by successfully sorting out the problems in a mediation setting, everyone will be set up for better communication for the family entity well in to the future.
It is in everyone’s best interest to avoid any further conflict in a divorce. By working with an experience divorce mediator such as A Fair Way Mediation, it will allow you both to come to a common and mutual understanding on most issues.
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