Gwinnett County Mediation Lawyer
Mediation can be a valuable way to resolve disputes outside of the often contentious environment of a courtroom. The process of mediation can help both parties work together in a more collaborative setting to resolve a wide range of family law matters while knowing that each side will have their voice heard and concerns laid out in full.
When you are considering mediation for a family law dispute, consult a Gwinnett County mediation lawyer to learn more about this process. Our team has far-reaching experience in these procedures and can assess whether mediation is the right approach for your specific set of circumstances.
Using Mediation in Family Law Cases
Mediation can settle many core issues arising in divorce or another family law matter. For example, mediation can be effective in resolving the division of marital assets, child custody and visitation rights, child support, and alimony. Compared to the courtroom process, mediation can not only prove to be a less heated or high-pressure environment but also tends to take considerably less time.
Mediation can occur in multiple sessions in a single day, a series of days, or over weeks, depending on the level of collaboration between both parties and the nature of the concerns. Some parties choose mediation of their own volition. In other cases, Georgia courts may order the parties to use mediation for dispute resolution.
The Process
Depending on the situation and the preferences of the mediator and both parties, the mediator may have individual sessions with each side and sessions with both in the same room. The mediator is designed to serve as a neutral entity and may or may not be a licensed attorney.
Mediation may conclude with some points of issue resolved in an agreement between both parties, and others still to be dealt with in a courtroom. In all stages, it is invaluable to have representation from a Gwinnett County attorney who has significant experience with the mediation process and can answer questions, offer guidance, and review any proposed settlement agreement.
Key Benefits of Mediation
There are numerous benefits that mediation can provide in family law cases. Importantly, mediation is confidential. Moreover, it is not binding, so if you cannot agree on the matter or matters involved, you will not be compelled by the mediator’s determination. Beyond the time efficiency of mediation compared to the traditional court process, this dispute resolution method can be far less financially costly.
A Gwinnett County attorney can assess your situation and determine whether mediation is right for you. We can also offer guidance if you are facing a court-ordered mediation. Because mediation does not impose an obligation to walk away with all areas of dispute finalized, even the ability to resolve some through mediation can save time as well as money in the long run while helping ensure that your voice is heard and each concern is appropriately addressed.
Reach Out to a Gwinnett County Mediation Attorney
A Gwinnett County mediation lawyer can help you seek to resolve single or multiple issues through the mediation process and ensure you have the dispute resolution tools at your disposal that you need to work towards the best possible outcome for your case.
Even if mediation does not resolve all the matters in question, it can still be incredibly beneficial and may help you reach a more amicable conclusion for some of them. If you are facing a court-ordered mediation or want to learn more about mediation as a viable option, call now to schedule a one-on-one consultation with a valuable member of our firm.
