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Mediate your way to a better, more sustainable divorce settlement

On Behalf of | Aug 23, 2017 | mediation and collaborative divorce |

Divorce is never easy, but you may be able to find a way to make this process easier and smoother for your family. For Massachusetts couples looking for a better way to walk through the divorce process, mediation may be the right choice. In addition to allowing a couple to keep their divorce out of the courtroom, it offers several other benefits for people who don’t want litigation to be their only option.

It could be beneficial for you to explore the possibility of a mediated divorce. While not the optimal choice for every couple, it could be the right one for your unique family. When you know all of your options, you will make better decisions, in turn leading to a strong and more stable post-divorce future.

Mediate your way to a better divorce

Mediation is a non-adversarial process during which two opposing parties discuss disputes and negotiate potential solutions. In a divorce, it allows the two parties to resolve issues involving property division, custody and more. If you choose this option, you would meet with an individual serving as a neutral third party to help facilitate discussions and help pursue a final agreement. By choosing this option over litigation, you may find that mediation offers the following benefits:

  • It generally costs less than litigation.
  • It can be significantly less stressful for every member of the family.
  • It takes less time to complete the mediation process.
  • It is less formal than litigation, which can make it less intimidating.
  • It allows a couple more control over the details of any final agreement.

With a mediated agreement, it is less likely that you will run into disputes and issues in the future. By having more control over the final order, you can ensure that the final agreement accommodates the unique needs of your family.

Securing your post-divorce future

The agreements made during a divorce will have a significant impact on your family for years to come. You do not have to get along to make mediation work, but both parties must commit to the process and agree to avoid litigation. Before you move forward with any divorce-related decisions, it could be wise to learn more about how mediation could be beneficial for you and your children.