How Mediators Are Used in Family Law Cases
Family law cases tend to involve serious matters in your life, including your financial rights, parental rights, or both. While you want to stand up for your interests and what you deserve in a family law matter, you might also not want to risk the peace of your relationships with a dramatic court battle. Fortunately, mediation allows many couples to resolve these critical matters themselves rather than turn to the court for intervention, making it an excellent option.
An experienced family law attorney at Banks, Stubbs & McFarland can help protect your parental and financial rights as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Common Issues Addressed in Family Law Mediation
Every family law case has unique circumstances, but they all address family-related issues. Prime examples include each of the following terms of divorce:
- The division of marital property
- Child custody arrangements, which include both physical and legal custody
- Post-divorce term modifications
- Child support
- Alimony, which is also called spousal support
Each of these that applies to your case must be negotiated between you and your ex. And you will turn to your dedicated family law lawyer to skillfully guide you through the challenging legal process ahead.
If you and your ex are not able to reach a mutually acceptable agreement on each issue at hand, you can head to mediation before taking the matter to court. Ultimately, mediation is highly effective, and most family law cases are settled out of court.
The Role of a Mediator in Disputes
During mediation, you and your divorcing spouse will meet with a professional mediator who serves as a neutral third party. Your focused family law attorney will be at your side to help ensure that your rights are protected and that you come away with terms that work for you.
The mediator’s job is to facilitate negotiations, which includes building on any compromises that you and your divorcing spouse have hammered out so far. The mediator’s role does not include helping you make decisions, but they can provide a clearer perspective of your options based on the legal principles that guide your case.
Benefits of Mediation in Family Law Matters
The prime benefit of mediation is keeping your case out of court. Family law matters are very personal to those involved, and most divorcing couples prefer to keep decision-making between themselves. Mediation helps make this possible even in very challenging cases. Additional benefits include all the following:
- While court records are public information, mediation is a private matter.
- Mediation can save both time and money.
- Mediation can be less emotionally challenging for everyone involved, including your children.
Consult with an Experienced Attorney Today
The practiced family law attorneys at Banks, Stubbs & McFarland have a wealth of experience helping clients like you resolve their cases favorably through mediation, and we are here for you, too. Learn more about how we can help by completing our online form or calling our office at 770-887-1209 today.