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Resolving Family Law Problems out of Court (view source)
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There is a whole spectrum of processes that can be used to resolve some or all aspects of a family law dispute. Litigation, arbitration, mediation, collaborative processes, and negotiation are all important means of resolving disputes, and more than one process can be best suited for any given problem at any point over the course of a dispute. However, being creative can suggest further options like agreeing to be bound by the opinion of a respected lawyer or taking just one issue to a settlement conference. Don't get locked into the idea that only litigation or only mediation <span class="noglossary">will</span> work. Be willing to think outside the box. | There is a whole spectrum of processes that can be used to resolve some or all aspects of a family law dispute. Litigation, arbitration, mediation, collaborative processes, and negotiation are all important means of resolving disputes, and more than one process can be best suited for any given problem at any point over the course of a dispute. However, being creative can suggest further options like agreeing to be bound by the opinion of a respected lawyer or taking just one issue to a settlement conference. Don't get locked into the idea that only litigation or only mediation <span class="noglossary">will</span> work. Be willing to think outside the box. | ||
If you do see a mediator, arbitrator, parenting coordinator, or a lawyer for basic advice, you should expect to be asked questions about whether [[Family Violence Overview|family violence]] may be an issue during your relationship or separation. This is because of a particular concern that, if out of court processes are going to be used to resolve issues, both parties are participating freely and are able to make good decisions without fear for themselves or the children. If there has been family violence, it doesn't mean you may not use out of court dispute resolution but it is important that the mediator, arbitrator, | If you do see a mediator, arbitrator, parenting coordinator, or a lawyer for basic advice, you should expect to be asked questions about whether [[Family Violence Overview|family violence]] may be an issue during your relationship or separation. This is because of a particular concern that, if out of court processes are going to be used to resolve issues, both parties are participating freely and are able to make good decisions without fear for themselves or the children. If there has been family violence, it doesn't mean you may not use out of court dispute resolution but it is important that the mediator, arbitrator, parenting coordinator, and your lawyer are aware that it is a factor. | ||
==Formalizing the settlement== | ==Formalizing the settlement== | ||