Mediation is a voluntary process in which a neutral third-party facilitates discussion and negotiation between individuals involved in a dispute.
As a mediator, I do not represent either party and do not provide legal advice to participants during the mediation process.**
My role as a mediator is to:
- facilitate productive communication;
- help clarify issues and concerns;
- encourage exploration of settlement options; and
- assist the parties in working toward mutually acceptable agreements.
Mediation allows families to address issues such as:
- Parenting plans and time-sharing
- Property division
- Alimony, child support and financial matters
- Paternity and parental responsibility
- Post-judgment disputes
Many families choose mediation because it can provide a more efficient, private, and constructive path to resolution.
Mediation tends to be most effective when both parties are willing to engage in discussions, open communication, and problem-solving to explore potential compromises.
When that occurs, the process can lead to agreements that are sustainable and better suited to the needs of the family.
Mediation is most effective when participants are willing to engage in thoughtful discussion and explore
possible solutions.
The process focuses on identifying concerns, clarifying priorities, and working toward practical agreements that both
parties can accept.
When that happens, mediation often allows families to resolve disputes more efficiently and with
significantly less stress than traditional litigation.
Mediation tends to work best when both parties are willing to engage in discussions and open communication
and problem solving to explore possible compromises.
Many families find mediation allows them to resolve issues more efficiently and with significantly less stress than
traditional litigation.