Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution which can prove to be a valuable tool in divorce proceedings, namely property division, support and custody. Not all cases are appropriate for mediation. If there is history of domestic violence or if the parties do not have the ability to discuss the divorce in a somewhat-amicable fashion, then mediation cannot be used. However, where parties can discuss some or all of the aspects of their divorce in a mature fashion, then mediation can prove an invaluable source. For one, it gives the parties, not the courts, the ability to have a say in how they ultimately live their lives post-divorce. Second, it often saves the parties a substantial sum of money that they would otherwise have to pay their attorneys for litigation the matter through the courts. In all, mediation, if appropriate, should be considered in divorce.
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Managing Partner and founder of Latoison Law, Enrique Latoison, Esq. represents a diverse portfolio of clientele, including individuals, families, businesses and working professionals, in all of their legal needs. You can find him on twitter and facebook or write to him at [email protected]. Mr. Latoison earned his Juris Doctorate degree from the James E. Beasley School of Law at Temple University, where he received awards in class excellence and accolades in distinguished class performance and outstanding trial advocacy.