There are numerous advantages that couples realize through using mediation to divorce. Not only is mediation less stressful and saves on costs, but mediation can also help couples quickly and easily agree on the terms of a divorce. Mediation, however, is not a suitable option for every divorcing couple. While a knowledgeable divorce attorney can […]
Eventually every divorce reaches a point at which one or both parties are tired of fighting and ready to move forward to a settlement. Unfortunately, even though the parties involved might be ready to end their legal battle, if they continue to disagree on major points, a settlement can not be reached. Some allow the […]
Mediation is a form of resolution that is often used by couples who are going through a contested divorce. During the mediation process, a couple negotiates the terms of their divorce with a neutral mediator who is able to steer the conversation towards an amicable resolution. Typically, attorneys do not attend the mediation session and […]
Dishonesty that is discovered during a marriage is one of the leading causes for divorce cited by those participating in post-divorce research studies. A spouse who has lied either verbally or through an action makes it difficult for some to continue with a relationship. Lack of trust makes it impossible for some to live with, […]
When a couple is able to agree on all major details related to the dissolution of their marriage, their divorce is uncontested and typically concludes in a few months. However, if a couple is not able to agree about the custody of minor children, division of property, or other major issues, the divorce becomes contested. […]
The decision to get a divorce is not one that couples make without a great deal of forethought. The average divorce is expensive, time consuming, and stressful. When a couple does initiate the divorce process, it is not unusual for them to reach a point at which they are unable to come to an agreement […]
A divorce need not end with a nasty court battle that results in both parties financially and emotionally overwhelmed. Mediation is a highly effective alternative to more traditional divorce litigation. Many individuals in the state of Georgia, however, are unaware of exactly how the mediation process unfolds.
What the Mediation Process Involves
Courts have placed an emphasis […]
In mediation, you and the other party, as well as your attorneys, hire a third party, the mediator, to meet with you in an effort to discuss and resolve your issues. The mediator does not make decisions for you. Instead, he or she serves as a facilitator to help you and the other party figure […]
