This is down to the mediator, so you should ask them how they prefer to conduct their mediation sessions, before deciding whether or not to hire them. Some will prefer the session to take place [...]
You can start by asking friends or family if they know a good divorce mediator they’ve used before. If you can’t get a personal referral, your local community mediation agency, court or bar association should [...]
The short answer is yes, in most divorce mediations, you pay for a session at a time. But there will be additional charges for preparing court papers which will be levied before each document is [...]
There’s no such thing as a case that’s too complicated to be resolved by mediation. You may need to consult with other experts during the mediation process – financial planners, accountants, family lawyers, but you [...]
You might not think you can possibly enter into negotiations with your partner if your separation has been particularly acrimonious. But mediators are trained to help you both work things out in a respectful, non-confrontational [...]
There are bound to be certain issues that mediation is unable to resolve, but this won’t stop mediation being effective, as you can prepare an agreement that focuses on the issues you have resolved, and [...]
The duration of divorce mediation in Ontario can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the issues, the level of conflict between the parties, and the ability to reach agreements. On average, divorce [...]
While arbitration is similar to mediation in that it’s a cost-effective, time-saving way to get a divorce, it doesn’t permit couples to come to an agreement on their own. Instead, couples present both evidence and [...]
One of the big advantages of mediation is that no court appearances are required by either party.
The primary purpose of mediation is to focus on the interests of each of the parties. The mediation process can be used to: Clearly define the nature of complaints, disputes and issues Uncover suitable options [...]
