Mediation helps people find fair and practical ways to resolve disputes. At The Law Offices of Alexandra R. Mcintosh, we have a structured process that has helped hundreds of people resolve their legal issues. Our clients save time, money, and maintain control over the outcome. We do this without the stress and conflict of going to court. We offer mediation online and in-person; the choice is yours.
Considering Mediation?
Here are some situations where it can be beneficial:
While mediation during divorce can likely be beneficial outside of these situations, it will save time, money, and effort in situations such as child custody, division of assets, or even determining spousal support. In all these scenarios, it is beneficial for both sides to feel as though it is fair to keep animosity from developing. Our team at The Law Offices of Alexandra R. Mcintosh will work tirelessly to ensure both parties involved are happy with the outcome.
Prioritizing Your Children’s Well-Being
Children of divorce face unique challenges and struggles that not all people are prepared to support. The well-being of children is one of the most important aspects during divorce. Children often struggle with divorce due to the situation they are already facing with their parents divorcing.
While most people focus on the role of parents in the lives of children of divorce, the truth is that many different adults can make a positive impact on these kids. The many caregivers, influences, friends, and relatives involved in each child’s life can help them process their emotions, adjust to their new situation, heal, and move past blame or shame. You can also talk to your children throughout the process, make sure your kids understand the divorce is not their fault and listen to their feelings.
Managing Emotions During a Difficult Time
When going through a divorce it may become an emotional roller-coaster. This can create a harder divorce process. When going through a divorce sharing your feelings with friends and family members can help you get through the process. There are also support groups you can associate with that can help you through this already difficult time. There are many other coping methods that you can utilize, but most importantly you need to ensure you take care of yourself mentally and physically. Avoiding isolation is an imperative process to help ensure you maintain strong mental health.
Reaching Fair Agreements
Keeping both members of the divorce happy is the best outcome. This typically means they are both happy with the outcome of all aspects of divorce. This is where a divorce mediator can be beneficial. This is a method that enables you to create an equitable divorce settlement that’s fair to both of you, because it’s a product of your own decisions and agreements.
Saving Time and Money
Utilizing a divorce mediator will help save time and money during the divorce due to it being an agreement reached between both parties. This includes any custody agreement, asset division, and spousal support.
The mediator will start by helping keep a respectful and level headed meeting. They will also help with finding the common ground on both sides of the divorce, effectively finding an achievable middle ground. This will help save money and assist with avoiding the court system as much as possible. It will save time by doing this as well and mitigating the amount of time between possible court dates.
Certain Situations May Not Be Suitable for Mediation
Not all divorces are suitable for mediation,for example, it may not be suitable if one or both of the parties have a history of abuse. Safety is always the number one priority when navigating through an already difficult scenario.
Another red flag is when one or both parties are unwilling or unable to compromise. Mediation relies on open communication and a willingness to negotiate. If one spouse refuses to participate or is unwilling to find common ground, the mediation process is likely to stall.
Instances of power imbalance between partners is another scenario where mediation may not be the best option. If one spouse has a history of controlling or manipulating the other, they may not be able to overcome this pattern in mediation. Worse, they may even perpetuate the power dynamics, leading to an unfair settlement in the divorce mediation.
Fighting for You and Your Family | McIntosh Law
Our team of attorneys at The Law Offices of Alexandra R. Mcintosh have you and your family’s best interest in mind. We want to ensure all parties involved come out of this difficult situation with a good mindset, while still helping maintain a safe and mutual divorce.
When deciding which family law attorney to hire, it’s important to ensure they are a skilled family law negotiator. Any competent lawyer can likely figure out how to file divorce papers; however our team at The Law Offices of Alexandra R. Mcintosh will ensure that you receive adequate support throughout the entirety of the divorce. Contact The Law Offices of Alexandra R. Mcintosh for your free consultation today.
