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Resolving disputes, both Divorce and Civil, through mediation is rapidly becoming the first choice of parties facing a conflict they cannot settle themselves. Rather than going to court and going through Litigation, mediation provides a less stressful, less expensive, and less time-consuming alternative. It also gives clients more power over the outcome of their situation since the mediation process empowers parties to solve their disputes themselves, through the sharing of information, the respectful presentation of individual viewpoints and the discussion of potential, promising ways to settle disputes. Rather than having the circumstances of their case decided for them in a courtroom, parties through mediation take part in a process that allows them to speak their mind about their position and take the lead in structuring a settlement they feel is fair and best suits their needs.

A mediation, held in a private, comfortable setting, typically begins in a joint session with the mediator making an opening statement explaining the fundamentals of the mediation process and establishing communication guidelines. After the mediator’s opening statement, each party is typically invited to give their perspective on the issues at hand. Some joint discussion may follow at this point. The mediating parties may attend the mediation alone or with an attorney. During the process it is likely that the mediator will meet in private with each party to further explore the needs and interests of each party as well as the strengths and weaknesses of each side of the case.

Divorce or Civil issues does not need to cost you or your children financially and emotionally. Let mediation assist you through this very difficult process. As a counselor and mediator, I can help.

Contact me for a free consultation.

Chris Fedorka Tomalin- MS.
NJ Certified Counselor, NJ Prof. Mediator
 
Email us at: bridgingconflict@verizon.net