The mediator does not assign blame, judge who is right or wrong, or take sides. Once everyone has a firm grasp of the issues involved, the mediation enters into the problem-solving stage. At this point, the spouses brainstorm possible solutions and eventually reach an agreement they can live with. As a final step, an agreement can be drawn formalizing the terms. If you or someone you know is struggling with the harsh emotions and consequences of divorce, mediation offers many benefits.
Mediation can save money .
By working on issues in mediation, couples reduce the billable time their lawyers need to spend on the case. However, mediation does not usurp the role of lawyers. Spouses in mediation are encouraged to consult lawyers to review the mediation agreement or if they have legal questions. Mediation can save time . Although mediations vary from couple to couple, an average couple can reasonably expect to resolve all major issues in five to eight sessions.