• Pro family – benefits the children and parties by reducing conflict
• Less expensive - than traditional divorce.
• Faster - takes less time than a litigated divorce.
• Empowering - You have control – allows you to control the decisions that affect your life, not an attorney or judge.
• Working together – parties problem solve together with the guidance of the mediator to meet the needs of your individual situation and come up with an agreement that is best for everyone involved.
• Facilitated by a mediator - who has specific training who will facilitate the process between the parties involved.
• Confidential – meetings and decisions are kept private. No public disclosure of financial or personal matters, unlike in court.
• Up to you – mediation is completely voluntary.
• One size does not fit all – every family and situation is different. Mediation allows you to customize the process and an agreement that works best for your specific situation.
• For anybody - who wants less conflict, better communication and cooperation