While it may be necessary to go to court to solve your problem, some issues may be worked out through the use of family mediation. In Colorado, attorney's are encouraged by the Rules of Professional Responsibility to advise their clients that there is mote than one way to solve a legal dispute. Mediation is one of these alternatives. Since you may not have an attorney, this brochure will assist you in learning more about mediation. Mediation is a forum for resolving disputes by using a neutral and impartial third party who assists people to identify and discuss issues and arrive at mutually agreeable solutions to their problem.
Mediated agreements are likely to be accepted and enforced by all courts in Colorado.
A Mediator Can Help You Assist you to make a plan to fit your family. This includes, but is not limited to, parental responsibility, parenting time, and financial issues. Avoid high costs. Minimize hostility of the other party. Open lines of communication.