Mediation

Mediation is a voluntary process that is less formal and usually less expensive than court. It involves a mediator who helps both parties reach an agreement.

It is important that both parties must agree to participate.

Statistics has shown that parents and children may benefit from mediations:

Children benefits from both parents working together.
Both parties are in control of the decision, and can reach an agreement that suite their circumstances.
Parties may learn techniques to resolve any future issues that may arise.

Is Mediation the correct method for me?

Here are some questions you should ask yourself before contemplating mediations:

Do I feel safe talking to the other person, either face to face or through a mediator?
Can I set aside my anger for the well being of our children?
Am I willing to listen to other side of the story?
Am I willing to negotiate for our children’s best interest?
Am I able to resist pressure to agree to something I don’t think it is fair?
Am I willing to uphold an agreement that is satisfactory to both of us?
Do I see this process in terms of compromise rather than winning or losing?