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While it's no secret that navigating the legal and emotional aspects of divorce can be tricky, mediation provides an effective way to peaceably dissolve a marriage without putting yourself through more stress and upheaval than necessary. However, mediation is still commonly misunderstood. How does it differ from more traditional divorce options, and what benefits does it provide? Below is a brief introduction to why you should consider mediation for your divorce.

The Benefits of Mediation in a Divorce

Minimize Stress

During mediation, you and your spouse will sit down with a third-party mediator who is often an experienced divorce lawyer. Together, the three of you will discuss the terms of the divorce, talking through issues to reach mutually agreeable solutions. One of the biggest advantages of this route is that such a civil approach to resolving issues means less overall stress. In other words, this isn't a case where you and your spouse are engaged in heated battle or verbal sparring. Instead, everything is conducted calmly, logically, and with a focus on finding answers that benefit the whole family.

Reclaim Power

mediationWhen you leave your divorce to family judges and courts, you must, by necessity, surrender some of your power. You no longer have a say in how your divorce is resolved; these matters are left up to courts and officials who know nothing about you or your situation. With mediation, you and your spouse retain some of that crucial power, determining your divorce settlement and charting a mutually agreed-upon course for your family's future.

Get Faster Results

Divorce cases can drag on for months when left to more traditional channels. This is especially true for complex or in-depth divorces that involve child custody and support and substantial asset/property division. But no matter how complicated your divorce may be, mediation is usually a much quicker process, as both parties agree to set aside their differences to come together in a neutral environment. By cutting through the pretenses and awkward emotions, meditation gets to the heart of tense matters to bring you and your spouse clarity and closure.

 

The divorce attorneys at the law firm of Williams, Hall & Latherow, LLP, have been providing mediation services to the Ashland, Kentucky, region since 2000. They look forward to helping you and your family find the solutions you need in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Call (606) 329-1919 or visit them online to schedule a free initial consultation.

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