Who is a mediator?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nA mediator is a neutral person who conducts mediation. It includes any person designated by a mediator either to assist in the mediation or to communicate with the participants in preparation for a mediation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the roles of the mediator and the parties in mediation?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe primary role of the mediator is to assist the parties in coming to a settlement that they both agree on. The parties, meanwhile, are the ones who are primarily responsible for settling their disputes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What does mediation hope to achieve? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe\nfollowing are just some of the goals that mediation hopes to achieve: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Encourage communication and cooperation.<\/li>
- Prevent detrimental actions between parties, such as verbal attacks, blaming or punishing. <\/li>
- Layout all the possible options for resolving the dispute.<\/li>
- Design a plan that\u2019s a good fit for the children if custody is an issue.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How can I decide if I should go through mediation? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThere\nis no single test to determine if a party should go to mediation or not. At\nbest, a party should consider all aspects of the case, such as his or her\nmotivations and needs, before deciding to go to mediation (or not). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the advantages of mediation? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThere\nare several advantages if a party chooses to go through mediation, such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Parties get to decide for themselves, instead of submitting the decision to a third person. <\/li>
- Parties have the option of choosing flexible arrangements that will best serve their needs <\/li>
- Mediation is a more private forum to air out grievances and concerns, as it is protected by confidentiality. <\/li>
- Communication between parties is improved. <\/li>
- Less traumatic on the children involved. <\/li>
- Mediation may result in a faster resolution of the divorce. <\/li>
- Cost-saving compared to other options. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What are the disadvantages of mediation? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nMediation\nis not a perfect solution to all problems, and there are also disadvantages\nthat come with it. One of the biggest possible disadvantages is that a party\nmay receive an unfair settlement, especially since only the parties participate\nin it. If the settlement is challenged in court, the parties may end up\nspending more money than if the matter had gone to litigation at the outset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can I hire an attorney to help me through mediation? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYes.\nIn fact, both of the parties may each hire a separate consulting attorney, in\nwhich case the consulting attorneys will be referred to as \u2018independent legal\ncounsel(s)\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are the services that I can expect of my attorney during mediation? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe\nfollowing services may be provided by an attorney: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Reviewing the agreement to mediate<\/li>
- Give the client advise on the procedure to be followed<\/li>
- Assist the client in identifying the issue to be discussed<\/li>
- Guide the client with regard to necessary information and documentation. <\/li>
- Provide the client with a thorough understanding of the laws involved. <\/li>
- Suggest solutions and strategies. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can I withdraw from mediation if it\u2019s not working for me? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYes,\na party may withdraw from mediation at any time, for any reason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What\u2019s the difference between mediation and arbitration?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIn arbitration, the ultimate decision regarding the case lies with the arbitrator, who acts like a judge. In mediation, the parties work out the settlement between themselves. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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