Consider These Benefits of Mediation

When determining what process to use for your family’s transition (creating a parenting plan for separate households, separation or divorce) consider the following benefits mediation can provide:

1. Save time and money: Mediation is often less expensive and time-consuming than going to court. It can also help to avoid the emotional and financial costs of a lengthy legal battle.

2. Control over the outcome: In mediation, you will both have more control over the outcome of your divorce or separation. You can work together to find more creative, mutually agreeable solutions, rather than having a judge make decisions for them.

3. Less adversarial: Mediation promotes a cooperative and collaborative approach to resolving conflicts. It can help reduce hostility and animosity between you and your spouse, making the process less stressful and emotionally draining. Mediation provides a more peaceful and respectful way to resolve disputes.

4. Confidentiality: Mediation is a private process, which means that discussions and negotiations are confidential. This can provide a safe space for open and honest communication, thereby helping you both understand each other's perspectives and needs. This can lead to a more empathetic and collaborative approach to resolving the conflict.

5. Preservation of relationships: Mediation focuses on finding common ground and maintaining positive relationships, especially when children are involved. It can help you, as parents, develop effective co-parenting strategies and minimize the negative impact of divorce or separation on your children.

6. Flexibility: Mediation allows for more flexibility in finding creative solutions that meet the unique needs and interests of both parties and the family as a whole. It is not bound by strict legal guidelines or precedents.

7. Better compliance: Since you will both actively participate in the decision-making process during mediation, you are more likely to comply with the agreed-upon terms and follow through with the settlement.

8. Reduced stress: Mediation can help reduce the stress and emotional toll associated with divorce or separation. It provides a supportive environment where you can express your concerns and work towards a resolution in a more amicable manner.

9. Post-divorce support: Mediation often includes provisions for ongoing support and communication between the parties after the divorce or separation is finalized. This can help address any future issues or conflicts that may arise.

Remember, just because your family is in transition, doesn't mean you will stop being a family, especially if you have children. Before starting a process, be sure to weigh all of the options and choose a process that will best serve your family.

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