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Definition of Family Law Mediation
A. Family law mediation is a common step within the divorce process. Family law mediation is an event where both parties (and their divorce attorneys if they have retained one) meet with a neutral 3rd party, the mediator, to try to come to agreements on common divorce issues.
Generally, most divorce cases will go through mediation prior to the judge issuing a final marital settlement agreement.
Types Of Mediation Topics
Mediation may include, but are not limited to, negotiations on the following topics:
alimony
division of assets and/or property
division of debts and/or liabilities
child support
time-sharing plans
Family law mediation is great tool to utilize during divorce proceedings, because it gives you a chance to have your wishes heard. Mediation allows both parties to resolve conflicts without having a judge decide the fate of your futures.
Your divorce attorney should be your advocate throughout the divorce process and this includes during family law mediation.
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