FAMILY LAW PRACTICE AREAS / Child Custody
Mediation
END YOUR MARRIAGE AMICABLY WITH AN EXPERIENCED DIVORCE MEDIATOR.
Divorce can be a difficult process, made even more difficult by complicated court proceedings that last longer than necessary. Divorce mediation can allow for a timely and cost-effective end to your marriage.
What issues can be decided in mediation?
In order for you and your spouse to successfully negotiate the terms of your divorce (or other issue if you are not married) outside of court, a mediator will often be needed. Even an uncontested case almost always has issues that both parties don’t initially agree on.
Over the course of one or more mediation sessions, the following issues will be settled:
- How time with the children will be split up
- How the marital property will be divided
- How the couple’s debt will be divided
- How much child support will be paid (if any)
- How much alimony will be paid (if any)
If the parties are unable to agree on any of these factors or come to an amicable resolution, the case may become contested—meaning that these issues will need to be decided by a family law judge.
Role of the Mediator
The mediator’s role is to assist and guide each party towards a resolution to a family law or divorce matter. The mediator does not decide the outcome, nor do they take sides. They are neutral and unbiased, while creating an environment that is confidential and safe.
Some of the responsibilities of the mediator include:
- Avoiding conflict of interests and declining mediation services if he or she cannot remain impartial
- Making reasonable inquiries to determine potential conflicts
- Maintaining confidentiality at all times
- Asking additional questions that can help lead each party to amicable resolutions
As your mediator, Kimberly Kasin will offer creative solutions to your case, so that each side can feel comfortable reaching resolution.
How Long Does Divorce Mediation Usually Take?
It depends. Mediation usually takes a fraction of the time it would take to get through a contested case. In some cases, adversarial proceedings can take years. Conversely, when the parties are willing to work together during mediation, it may be possible to resolve the issue rather quickly.
How Attorney Kasin Law Can Help
Experienced family lawyer Kimberly Kasin provides family law mediation services for Washington state cases. Her mediation services can help turn what seems to be a long and emotionally distressing time into something that is handled smoothly and quickly.
As your mediator, Kimberly understands that both parties will not always agree, but this doesn’t mean that the divorce has to move to the courtroom. Kim is here for your family so that a reasonable agreement can be reached. If you think mediation is right for you, schedule a consultation with Attorney Kasin today.
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