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Q: What Are The Requirements For Mediation?
A: You must be committed to finding a full and fair solution. You must be willing to do something differently than you gave before. You must be willing to provide … More
Q: Are There Any Risks To Mediation?
A: Most of the communication and work done in mediation is protected both by contract and by state statute. Parties usually learn things in mediation that they did not … More
Q: Can I Still Use My Attorney And Others To Advise Me?
A: Certainly. Agreements need thought and advice. Information is a key part of this thought process. The mediation system is not based solely on what the Court would do.
Q: What Happens To Our Agreement?
A: There are a variety of options. You can keep the agreement between yourselves. If you sign it, the Court may treat it like a contract. Some parties fulfill the … More
Q: What Happens If We Don't Reach Agreement?
A: You are likely to have some of the benefits of mediation described above even if you do not reach a complete agreement.