MEDIATION
PROS AND CONS
PROS
RELATIONSHIPS
Protects relationships between children and both parents.
CONTROL
More control over the process, timing, and the terms of your agreement
PRIVATE
Mediation is a private process and discussions during mediation are confidential
TAILORED AGREEMENTS
Opportunity to craft an agreement that is unique to your circumstances and needs
TIME
Significant time savings compared to litigation
COST
Significant cost savings compared to litigation
RESPECT
Avoid the "scorched earth" approach to your separation as you divorce with dignity and respect
CONS
IT'S WORK
To successfully mediate, you both have to be willing to put in the work to engage and explore solutions, and make decisions that are right for you both and your family
REQUIRES HONESTY
If one person refuses to disclose information or attempts to hide assets, the mediation process will be terminated
SOLUTION ORIENTED
One or both parties may be completely unwilling to cooperate or compromise
NO GETTING EVEN
If the goal is revenge and operating on spite, mediation is a waste of time and money
VOLUNTARY
Mediation is voluntary, so if one party chooses to leave mediation, the mediation process ends
