Coach, Cheerleader, Quarterback and the Mediator
The short answer, no. Many people get confused about this. An attorney gives you legal advice and helps you with recommendations based on their knowledge and experience. They also advocate and cheerlead for your positions. They help coach you. They quarterback all the plays and help with strategy. But they also try and get things…
An Attorney and Mediation: Salt and Pepper or Oil and Water?
Some people think that mediation is not for attorneys. Actually, we as family law attorneys highly recommend mediation as a way to resolve divorce and custody issues. It works one of two ways: 1. we as the attorney who gives you legal advice takes the case to a neutral third party/mediator who acts as a…
Are You Going to Be Just Another Number?
Have you ever been to the post office where you pick a number and wait your turn? Sure they’re busy, you understand. But really you just want some service. During the holidays, you might stand there for a really, really long time. And finally your number is called and it’s your turn! You are relieved…
Advantages of Mediation
Best Interests of the Children: Mediation is designed to help parents focus on the best interests of the children. The mediation process helps the parties remain aware that despite their differences that brought them to the mediation process, they must continue to communicate for the sake of their child. The mediation process will preserve…
Mediation: A step-by-step process
How Mediation Works First, the parties must decide that they are able to discuss and consider their issues with each other through mediation. The parties may decide to initiate a free telephone consultation with one of our attorneys. Then, the parties make an appointment and come to our office. Be aware that the proceedings…
Mediation Hypothetical: Post-Decree
Jackson and Jenna have three children, ages 8, 10, and 15. ?They have been divorced for four years and share joint legal custody, which allows both parents to be involved in major decisions of their children’s lives. ?Jack has a new job in Nebraska and is going to relocate. ?What happens to the parenting schedule…
Mediation Hypothetical Divorce or Dissolution
Hypothetically, let’s discuss the situation with David and Christina, who have been married for 12 years and have two children, DJ, age 10, and Eliza, age 6. ?David has been employed as a computer technician for most of the marriage and Christina is a teacher who has her summers off. ?They bought a house eight…
What are the obligations of the parties and the role of the mediator in mediation?
The Parties’ Obligations: Desire to compromise and find a resolution Act in good faith Listen calmly to the other party, even if you disagree with their statements Stay professional and considerate of the other parties’ statements Conduct good communication with the other party and the mediator Have an active role in the decision-making process Full…
Can the mediation reach a custom tailored agreement for me and my spouse?
The relaxed atmosphere of mediation allows for creative settlements that are tailored to the parties’ individualized circumstances. Mediation permits the parties, rather than the court, to control the outcome of their case. The tailored agreements typically result from both parties’ determination of how they will share their children, how they will make major decisions concerning…
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