In Mediation, the couple negotiate for themselves guided by a neutral, trained and certified Mediator with the goal of ensuring the future well-being of each other and their families. While the Mediator may give legal information to the participants, she may not give legal advice to either. When conflicts occur, the Mediator will help them to understand each other’s concerns, better enabling them to reach common ground.

Mediation is a conflict resolution process which does not rely on a court-imposed resolution. Rather it relies upon an agreement by the divorcing partners to commit to an atmosphere of honesty, cooperation, integrity and professionalism. This process assists partners in reaching agreement on all pertinent issues without opposing lawyers doing battle for them.

It is important that each party commit to eliminating the negative economic, social and emotional consequences of protracted litigation to themselves and their families.

This process allows divorcing partners to reach their goal with dignity, in a shared decision-making atmosphere that is healthier for everyone who is impacted by the complexities of a divorce.