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Our firm has qualified attorneys who are fully versed in family law matters, and who are qualified to serve as mediators in family law disputes. To do so, we listen to competing points of view and share our knowledge and insights about family law to help come to an agreement that will be in the best interest of everyone involved.
WHAT IS MEDIATION?
Mediation can be a great and cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. It is an Alternative Dispute Resolution method that is designed to be a cooperative negotiation between two parties with a neutral third party—a Mediator—who helps clearly define the issues at hand and assist in agreements that are beneficial to the whole family.
Typically, mediation results in an agreement that is uniquely tailored to your family’s needs, and that results in greater satisfaction for all involved. This is because at the end of a successful mediation, the two parties have reached an agreement that was truly crafted by themselves.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A MEDIATOR AND AN ATTORNEY
A mediator is an independent and neutral third party who can help negotiate agreements between two disputing parties. Mediators may actively help inform both parties in negotiations, but they may not give individual legal advice. Final decisions are crafted by the disputing parties.
A mediator acts differently than an attorney, who represents only one party in a dispute, with the primary goal of achieving the best possible outcome for only that individual. When assisting in divorce cases, attorneys negotiate and litigate on behalf of their clients and actively craft settlements on each client’s behalf.
CAN AN ATTORNEY BE A MEDIATOR?
While the roles of mediators and attorneys differ, a single individual can be skilled in both mediation and attorney roles. Most skilled family law mediators are practicing attorneys who are experienced in family law disputes.
Mediators familiar with the legal rights and options for both parties can be great assets, as they can more effectively guide discussions and can better refine any potential resolutions.
Reach out to our experienced attorneys to schedule your family law mediation. We offer half day, full day, and multi-day mediation, both in person and via Zoom.
If you are interested in our mediation services, contact us here.