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In North Carolina, the courts look favorably upon people trying to resolve disputes amongst themselves. They encourage settlement of all legal issues, where possible, and people are generally more satisfied with a negotiated resolution than one handed down by a judge.
One of the most effective ways to resolve your divorce-related issues is mediation. In mediation, a neutral third-party helps the divorcing spouses communicate effectively and develop their own resolution to the issues, which include:
In many cases, the courts actually require mediation. For example, most North Carolina child custody disputes are referred for mediation services.
It may seem like the courts are trying to compel you to try mediation, which can feel off-putting. Yet mediation isn’t just good for the courts’ financial ledgers. It has many benefits for divorcing couples, as well. Here are five big benefits of attempting mediation:
One final thing to understand about mediation is that you can always go to court if the mediation doesn’t work out. The confidentiality agreement you sign at the beginning of a mediation means that what you discuss during the mediation process can’t be used against you as evidence later. If mediation doesn’t work for you, you still have the right to head over to the courthouse for a trial.
If you have serious issues with your divorcing spouse that involve trust, you may not be able to negotiate effectively. You may not be able to trust that your ex will keep to the agreement you reach. Likewise, if your ex has abused you, emotionally or physically, it may be difficult or even impossible to negotiate effectively. If you have concerns like these, be sure to talk to your lawyer about them.
A mediated divorce may allow you to get on with your life in a simpler, less adversarial way. It can promote agreement and problem-solving. It might even be a useful tool for resolving future disputes.
If you’re considering divorce, be sure to work with a compassionate divorce lawyer who will go the extra mile for you.
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