If you are looking for a straightforward way to handle your divorce in the state of California, mediation is becoming an increasingly popular way to do so. More and more couples are choosing to go with mediation due to the fact that it promotes cooperation and good communication between all of the parties involved. It will also almost always cost you less and take less time. If you are faced with having to decide what the best option for your family is our divorce guide is a great resource for information on everything regarding your particular situation. Also, continue reading for a brief explanation of the basic guidelines for the mediation process.
Basic Mediation Guidelines in California
Mediation and Custody
- Mediators will do their best to ensure that both parents have a continuing and frequent relationship with the children.
- In custody situations, it is important to remember to be respectful of each other. Make sure that you refrain from making negative remarks about one another in order to attempt to create and maintain a positive relationship in regards to your children.
Mediation is Fair
- The mediator does not represent either party and will do his level best to make sure that neither you nor your spouse are being pushed, bullied, or threatened while the agreement is being reached.
- In the end both parties must be completely comfortable with the terms of the agreement.
Mediation is Confidential
- The mediator is not allowed to offer any information supplied by you in confidence to your spouse and vice versa. The only way that this will be possible is if written permission is given to do so.
- Because mediation is completely confidential, the mediator will not be allowed to be brought into the courtroom.
Communication and Commitment to Settling Your Case with Mediation
- You will reach optimum results with Mediation if and only if you and your spouse are open and honest about all the facts, records, and documents.
- You and your spouse must both be committed to working together to achieve an out of court resolution. This means focusing on the task at hand and NOT attacking one another. You must also be respectful and listen to each another.
Consult with an Attorney to Discuss Mediation and of your Other Options
Do you want to endure a long court battle that makes no attempt to repair any of the lingering damages created at the end of your marriage and may also end up costing you more money than you are willing to part with? If the answer is no, consider contacting Bohm Wildish at 1-877-615-6620 to discuss your options with one of their knowledgeable and compassionate attorneys. All of the attorneys in the office are capable of serving as mediators and all have actively mediated cases. Seriously take this into consideration as it will definitely be in your best interest to discuss your options with an experienced attorney before you make any decisions regarding something that will have such a great impact.
