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New Mexico District Judge Ann Kass wrote: “Litigation seduces people into fantasizing that there are magic solutions to their problems.”
Too often, when speaking to couples going through a divorce, it is evident that one or both partners are seeking a magical solution to outstanding divorce issues.
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Mediation is the most efficient method of conflict resolution for most any conflict. As long as those in dispute, whether individuals or organizations, are willing to participate, a neutral mediator can assist the parties in conflict quickly reach a binding resolution that meets everybody’s needs and wants as much as possible – and one with which everyone is in agreement.
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Divorce mediation provides a means of resolving the terms of the divorce and applicable co-parenting/custody issues. It seems that since the decision to divorce is not an easy one, proceeding should not be additionally difficult. Divorce mediation allows the couple to create a solution that works for them – giving each individual a voice and an equal say in how the future unfolds.
Divorce mediation means a divorce resolved by the parties who are personally involved and affected by the outcome. Specifically divorce mediation is:
AFFORDABLE – Divorce mediation is a far more affordable form of dispute resolution than litigation. A litigated divorce – even where there are no children can easy cost over $50,000 – a mediated divorce (including full resolution of custody issues) is generally fully resolved for under $5,000.
CONFIDENTIAL – Unlike litigation, divorce mediation is a private means of resolution. Parties in mediation agree to keep the information disclosed and discussed in the mediation sessions private and confidential. Even in cases where resolution is not reached in mediation, nothing disclosed in mediation can be used in a future litigation.
EFFECTIVE – Mediated agreements have a high rate of long term compliance. Since both parties agree to all decisions contained in the mediated divorce settlement, there is a higher degree of ownership of the agreements.
EFFICIENT – Resolution starts at the first mediation session. Properly prepared disputants can actively engage in the divorce mediation process at the first mediation session, meaning that most conflicts, divorces and custody issues can be resolved in a number of hours.
BINDING – Agreements reached through mediation – including divorce mediation – are legally binding as any contract.
NEUTRAL – CFR Mediators are objective participants in the process who do not judge nor have any vested interest in the outcome. The sole purpose and goal of the mediator is to facilitate a resolution that the parties in the dispute feel is the best settlement for their unique situation.
Perhaps instead of “Why Mediate a Divorce?” the question should be “Why not Mediate a Divorce?” In most divorces there is nothing to lose by first attempting mediate a full divorce settlement and parenting/custody plan.
Mediation is a method of resolving disputes in which individuals or groups in conflict meet with a neutral person who assists them reach an agreement that resolves the dispute.
The mediator does not judge, determine merit, or favor one side over the other. Instead they participate as a neutral, (more…)
Mediation is a method of resolving disputes in which individuals or groups in conflict meet with a neutral person who assists them reach an agreement that resolves the dispute. The mediator does not judge, determine merit, or favor one side over the other.
Divorce Mediation
Mediation is an ideal means of resolution for most couples that are divorcing – even those couples that agree about very little. CFR Mediation builds on the tiniest of agreements, assisting the couple in creating a plan that works for their unique situation.
After the divorce or breakup, some couples are able to end their relationship completely. However, couples with children are going to have to maintain a somewhat close relationship for years. Mediation allows parents to create a plan for co-parenting that is uniquely tailored to their children and parenting relationship.
Some important aspects of CFR Mediation:
For many couples, the reason to choose mediation is cost savings.
A divorce settlement worked out through attorneys can easily cost couples $25,000 (2 attorneys x reviewing documents x client meetings x settlement conferences x settlement writing x hourly fee)
In addition to cost savings, couples who choose to mediate their divorce settlement and parenting plan, end up with decreased levels of stress and significantly higher levels of satisfaction – both in the process and result.
