ELLSWORTH MEDIATION
Mediation Services
Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution forum that allows divorce parties to avoid the nerves and unpredictability of going to court. During a mediation, both parties are present with a mediator, a neutral third party whose job it is to assist the parties in reaching a negotiated settlement.
How Do I Get Started?
Because every case is unique, you should contact our firm to schedule a consultation with someone who can help you decide if Mediation is the best option for you
Mediators Don't Decide Outcomes
Unlike a judge or an arbitrator, mediators do not decide the outcome of a divorce dispute, but they can help the parties find ways to reach a resolution without the need for litigation. It allows the parties to be full participants in the resolution process and have control over the terms of their settlement. On the other hand, if a case ends up going to court, the judge will decide for the parties, and the parties lose control over the outcome of their case. Therefore, mediation is one of the most preferred methods of dispute resolution available.
Case Resolution
In a family law setting, mediation is used to resolve any type of case: divorce, parenting time, property division, child support, spousal maintenance, or the modification of a prior order. If a party is represented by an attorney, that attorney can also be present during the mediation to provide advice. Usually, the mediator will place both parties in separate rooms and go between each room communicating and guiding the parties towards reaching a settlement.
Some mediations are simple and can be accomplished in just a half day. Others are more complicated issues such as deciding how to divide a business. Therefore, we categorize mediations as “Simple” or “Complex” depending on the anticipated issues involved.
