On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Divorce on Friday, August 5, 2016.
In divorce, the lines of communication between soon-to-be ex-spouses in New York tend to break down. This often brings about the need to bring a mediator into the situation to settle things. At Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law, we hear from many people who have questions about the benefits of divorce mediation. There are many issues that can arise in your divorce, such as family issues, property division disputes and agreement modification concerns that can be resolved by a mediator, states The Huffington Post.
One of the biggest benefits of mediation is that it can help you enhance the level of communication and understanding between you and your ex-partner so that you can avoid a lengthy litigation. For example, your ex is moving out of state and wants primary custody of the children. However, you feel that it is in the children’s best interest to remain with you because they already have a support system through school friends, teachers and other family members. Mediation gives you the opportunity to explain your reasoning for the custody arrangement and offer a compromise – such as two months with the other parent when the kids are out of school. Through the communication process that mediation fosters, you and the other parent can learn how to work together to find a solution.
Mediation can also provide more stability for your whole family after your divorce has been finalized because it takes place in a less hostile setting, is facilitated by a mediator and there are fewer negative feelings involved. This can keep disputes between you and your ex at a minimum, and make the situation easier for your children to adjust to. They will experience less stress and be protected from the often adversarial atmosphere created by divorce litigation.
When the courts are involved, you and your ex-spouse are not able to have your concerns heard and considered in a judgment-free zone. However, in mediation, this is actually encouraged, which can give you a feeling of being more in control of the divorce process. Many mediators are even willing to work with your schedule and use tools such as conference calling and Skype if you are not able to attend a meeting in person. If you are interested in more information about the benefits of divorce mediation, please visit our website.
