Question 1

What is mediation?

Accepted Answer

Mediation is a neutral, voluntary and confidential process that supports people in conflict reach solutions that are right for them.

Question 2

Why choose mediation?

Accepted Answer

Mediation empowers you to work together to reach agreements that reflect your unique needs. It’s a faster, easier, more comfortable and cost effective way to settle disputes out of court.

Question 3

What is the process?

Accepted Answer

Part 1 - Free Consultations
Start by reaching out to us. We’ll chat with each of you for 15 minutes to learn about your situation, ensure mediation is right for you, and answer your questions.

Part 2 - Private Intake Meetings
If mediation is a good fit, we’ll schedule a 1 hour intake meeting. You’ll meet the mediator one-on-one to share your perspective, ask questions, and prepare for the joint sessions.

Part 3 - Joint Mediation Sessions
You’ll meet together in a neutral space (in person or on Zoom) with the mediator guiding the conversation to discuss the issues that matter most and work toward solutions that suit your family.

Part 4 - Reaching Agreements
As you make decisions and agreements, the mediator captures the details clearly.

Part 5 - Mediation Report
At the end of the process, any agreements reached in mediation will be summarized in a mediation report. A lawyer can use this to prepare a legally binding separation agreement or memorandum of understanding.

Part 6 - Optional Child-Inclusive Mediation
Child-inclusive mediation is available any time during the process. Your child(ren) meets the mediator one-on-one for individual, age-appropriate conversations to bring their voice forward.

Part 7 - Optional Coaching
Conflict coaching is a service that is available to you at any point during the mediation process. You’ll meet the mediator one-on-one to develop tools and strategies tailored to you and your situation.

Question 4

Do I need a lawyer?

Accepted Answer

We encourage all our clients to get independent legal advice to understand their rights during conflict, separation and divorce. You may consult a lawyer at any point in the mediation process.

Question 5

How many sessions will I need?

Accepted Answer

People in lower conflict or with fewer topics to discuss may only need 2 mediation or coaching sessions, while others might need more. You fly at your own speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is mediation?

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