Family Law FAQ

Family Law

What is Divorce Mediation, And How is it Different From Arbitration?

Mediation is negotiations between disputing parties with the assistance of a trained third-party neutral. Each party (in the case of divorce, husband and wife) is able to voice his or her viewpoints, wishes, demands and options to the other without the aid of an attorney. Some of the issues that may be determined are asset ownership, spousal support, custody and visitation. The role of the mediator is to facilitate a neutral environment for each party to express themselves and help the parties reach a legally sound settlement that is acceptable to both husband and wife. Mediation may also be beneficial to the parties involved because it is more cost efficient and is (ideally) less hostile then litigation.

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