Allows parties to control the decisions that affect their lives. Benefits children by reducing family conflicts. Promotes discussion of difficult topics. Preserves important relationships. Couples are encouraged to separate their spousal role which is ending from their parental role which is continuing.
Research shows compliance with a mediated agreement is higher than with imposed court judgments.
The mediator does not take the place of your lawyer and does not give any legal advice. Parties are encouraged to obtain independent legal advice and to have their final agreement reviewed by a lawyer.