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Perhaps you are wondering, ‘what’s mediation?’
It is a way of resolving disputes or conflicts between one or more individuals or parties with concrete effects. A third party, often known as the mediator, helps the individuals to negotiate and come to an agreement. Here are some of the reasons you want to consider mediation for your divorce.
The Mediation Process Puts Kids First
No one wants their kid taking the stand in a court or even being forced to respond to the question, ‘do you want to stay with your father or mother?’ This is exactly what can happen during litigation in the case you and your partner decide not to use the mediation process.
Generally, divorce is always challenging for kids. The amiability and privacy of mediation can always help protect your kids. The mediator’s job is to focus on you, your kids, and your spouse. He or she can help you and your partner to reach an unbiased resolution, and one that is in the best interest of everyone involved. You should always remember that though you and your partner will no longer be a husband and wife after divorce, you will always be father and mother to the kids.
Less Stress
The traditional divorce process is always associated with some level of stress. But a mediator can help reduce this stress by helping you and your spouse to successfully handle the details peacefully. Choosing mediation means letting a professional take over the process and he or she can cover all the aspects and details of your issues including some that you have never considered. In a mediation process, unlike litigation divorce, there are no taking sides. You will have to work together with your partner and the mediator to find a peaceful solution.
It is Cost-Effective
When you are going through a divorce, money is one of those things that you would like to preserve as much as possible. Your decision to use mediation will save you thousands of dollars, which means you won’t have to worry about spending tons of money on a divorce lawyer.
Your Privacy Will Always be Protected
In case you don’t know, court cases are always public. Anyone can walk into the courtroom and listen to all the details of your divorce case. Many people wouldn’t want this, as they may have great reputations to protect. Fortunately, a mediation divorce is private. All conversations involved in the process are kept confidential, and thus, you can always feel comfortable — something you need when undergoing separation with your partner.
Better Post-Divorce Stability
When you opt for mediation, you completely avoid the argument-based feel of court litigation. This is because the mediation focuses on enhancing each of the spouse’s understanding of both sides. Thus, both parties can communicate effectively, and this will benefit them even years to come.
The role of a mediator is to moderate and help settle disputes peacefully. Using such a process can help you, your partner, and the children to have a smooth transition.