In many situations where couples are divorcing, a circle of reinforcement forms. This means each spouse only talks to the people on his or her side who will reinforce his or her views. An effective way to break this cycle is to use the mediation process. A mediator can pierce this circle and help people see both sides of the many contested issues that often arise in a divorce matter.
At the Pecos Law Group, we are intimately familiar with using the mediation process to reach fair outcomes in all types of family law matters, especially in a divorce action. Not only do we help represent clients in mediation, but our own Las Vegas mediation attorneys are called upon by other lawyers and divorcing couples in Nevada to be independent mediators for family law disputes.
How Mediation Works
Mediation is the process of bringing a dispute to a neutral third party whose purpose is to listen to both sides and help them compromise in the hopes of reaching an amicable settlement. A mediator's job is to help facilitate productive conversation among the parties and help each side understand the reasoning for his or her position. A mediator can also help the parties find common ground so they can productively come to an agreement on contested issues.
The Benefits of Mediation
Unlike arbitration, where the third party renders a decision that the parties may have to accept or must appeal to the court and then litigate, a mediator is present to promote open dialogue, be a clear voice and present options based on what is presented and help both sides reach decisions with one another. In this type of productive mediation setting, settlement then becomes possible and the decisions rest in the parties' hands and not with a judge like in court.
Although mediation is rarely ordered by the courts in Nevada, in most situations, the court will require mediation to help try and resolve child custody issues. However, court-ordered mediators are not allowed to assist in any financial matters that are part of a divorce action, such as property division or support issues. We can represent you in any court-ordered or voluntary mediation and attempt to settle your divorce issues so you and your children can avoid the stress, time and expense of litigating the matter in court.
Clear and Convincing Henderson Alternative Dispute Resolution Lawyers
One key factor to a successful mediation is picking the right mediator. Our law firm can recommend experienced professionals and we can serve as a mediator for parties who are represented by other counsel. More importantly, having one of our lawyers represent you in a mediation or collaborative divorce session can be a pivotal factor in negotiating an outcome that meets your short- and long-term goals.
We know how to clearly present the facts and supporting documents of your case so the mediator can understand your position and communicate this to the other side. We are also ready to refute inaccurate information or respond on a factual or legal basis when the other side attempts to refute an issue. If mediation does not work, our lawyers are always prepared to represent your interests in court.
Find Out How We Can Achieve Your Goals
Call 888-368-2875 or send an e-mail to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced Las Vegas family law and mediation attorneys.
