The mediation process is confidential and cannot be used in court.  The mediator does not represent either party.  Mediation is performed in scheduled sessions to assist in a self-directive manner so as to enable the parties to obtain what they believe to be a “win-win” settlement for all.

 

The mediator will assist the parties in communicating with each other to achieve a mutual agreement.  By assisting the couple by breaking-down the family finances and discussing all options from "nesting" to "relocation" to "joint custody" the mediator helps to set a "road-map" for the future.  It is not the role of the Mediator to give legal advice.  However, the Mediator from time-to-time might explain the law as it pertains to your matter or bring in other professionals (i.e.: financial or psychological) to assist.  Agreements reached at mediation are usually subject to “attorney review and approval”.

 

A "review attorney" for mediations usually tries not to "rock the boat" and undo the hard work of the mediator and the involved parties.  However, as a "review attorney" it is the obligation of the “review attorney” to inform their individual client as to those areas that deviate from the norm and areas believed to be in the client's best interest and should be revisited prior to signing a "Marital Settlement Agreement" or other type of Agreement reached.

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Regrettably, a mediator cannot mediate and act as a review attorney on the same matter, so pick and choose which role you wish the selected professional act when you first inquire about our services.