Benefits of Child Mediation Services:
There are numerous benefits to seeking child mediation services during a divorce or separation.
- Confidentiality – unlike litigation, mediation is typically more private and confidential
- Controlled outcome – unlike going to court, mediation allows the parties involved to have control over the outcome and facilitates open and honest communication
- Cost-effective – mediation can often be more cost-effective than going to court
- Speed – mediation can often be completed more quickly than a court process, which can drag out for months or years
- Decreased Conflict – mediation can help reduce conflict between parents, which can be particularly beneficial when co-parenting