Mediation

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Mediation

Mediation is a non adversarial method of resolving disputes. Parties are guided in reaching settlements that are agreeable to all. At ABC… our specialty is in the field of Marriage separation resolve. Within these parameters separating couples are provided with an opportunity to resolve the issues surrounding settlement with respect to :

· Parenting Plans for children

· Division of assets and liabilities

· Division of the Matrimonial Home

· Child Support

· Spousal Support

BENEFITS OF MEDIATION

Cost Saving – Financial benefits over court based adversarial legal settlements. It keeps the family resources in the hands of the individuals .

Time Saving – Most agreements can be settled within weeks, as opposed to court based settlements which can take months or even years.

Conflict Reduction – as couples work out their settlements together it reduces misunderstandings that arise from individual perceptions and the advise of others enables moving forward with their lives as it provides a forum for final determination of issues, and closure of the relationship.

Preserves Relationships – Agreements that are custom designed will have a higher rate of compliance. Because there is a controlled atmosphere during mediation there is less likely that hostility will occur.

Custom Design – Sparation agreements are focused on your specific circumstances. Court based decisions are often concrete and inflexible while mediation is creative and conciliatory in nature.

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