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Divorce Mediation
There are many benefits to choosing divorce mediation over litigation, including a likely reduction in cost, stress, and time. Mediation is far less emotionally and mentally taxing than a traditional court divorce. Yet, mediation may not be the best option in certain situations. Zonder Family Law explores four common issues that might impede successful mediation...
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What is It? Teamwork is not only important for the Winter Olympics but also in divorce. Consider how the popular sport of bobsledding represents a team effort. From a standing start, the crew pushes the sled, then boards while running. At first, the sled is steered by grooves in the ice. After passing through the...
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There are a number of mediation models available today.  Be sure to discuss your options with any potential mediator, and be aware of the style he or she will use in your particular case. 1. Facilitative Mediation A facilitative mediator helps the parties find a mutually agreeable solution.  The mediator hears both parties’ points of...
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Be One of The Estimated 85% of Successful Mediation Participants Family law litigants owe it to themselves to consider mediation as a process to resolve their disputes.  At one point in time, the American Arbitration Association reports that over 85% of all mediations result in settlement. Divorce Mediation Lawyers Consider the many benefits that a Ventura...
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Lisa R. Zonder, Ventura County divorce lawyer, explains the benefits of a mediated divorce As an experienced divorce lawyer, I know that divorce is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. I pride myself on being a good listener and offering my clients personalized options for working through the divorce process. One alternative to a traditional court divorce...
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Mediation, which is an alternate method of resolving disputes without a trial, can be quite beneficial during the divorce process, because parties who are actively involved in divorce settlements are more likely to positively advance through the “post-divorce world” and abide by the terms and provisions they have agreed upon. People who play an active...
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There are two types of divorce mediation that your divorce mediation attorney can assist you with: private mediation and court-connected mediation. Although one is not better than the other, your lawyer will determine which is the better option for you and your spouse. Private Mediation A private mediation does not involve the courts or a judge....
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Because children related issues are an important and emotionally driven part of any divorce proceeding, experienced divorce attorneys recommend that their client’s divorce mediation to be more focused on children. One divorce mediation technique that focuses on the children of a divorcing couple is “Child Informed Mediation.” This type of mediation offers a targeted approach to...
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role of mediator in divorce
Does at least one of the following scenarios apply to you?   Many of your issues are already resolved. Custody is worked out. You and your spouse are on speaking terms. You are not interested in outside financial or expert help. You only need a lawyer at the end to review the written agreement. If...
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