Mediation:
Is about resolving issues to help bring respectful closure to the marriage or other legal family disputes in an amicable and cost effective manner.
Is confidential and offers many benefits including a more private and comfortable office setting, separate rooms when necessary, and typically less formal evidence requirements.
In general, will save time, money and help reduce the emotional cost to each party compared to traditional litigation.
Is beneficial to help create co-parenting relationships.
May be scheduled with or without attorneys present.
Timing could be one or more sessions depending on how many issues need to be resolved.
Sessions may be scheduled before the case is filed with the court or after it has been filed.
Mediators may assist with a variety of issues including child custody, parenting time, spousal support, child support, retirement plans, and property distribution. By working with a neutral mediator, ground rules are established to help remain focused on resolution.
Mediation
$200.00 to $400.00 hourly rate for Mediator (typically expense shared by parties)
Business-like but informal
Allows for healthy discussion of point-of-views and emotions
More comfortable and cooperative
Promotes improved communication
Helps set stage for joint decision making
Encourages personal responsibility
Clients make their own decisions
Discussions and financial information are confidential
Shared resources to reduce costs
Litigation
Average rate for attorneys is $250 - $500 per hour for each side
Formal and adversarial process
Increases anxiety and stress
Discourages communication because issues are resolved through attorneys or the Court
Sets stage for future disagreements and more court appearances
Third party decisions are made by the Court
Hearings are open to the public
Financial information is part of the public record
Several court appearances
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