Common Divorce Mediation Myths Dispelled

Several myths revolve around the process of divorce mediation. One of the more prominent myths is that mediation allows one spouse to dominate the other. In fact, a good mediator makes careful note of the power balance in relationships and uses proper techniques to address imbalances. A mediator will often stop mediation if one partner persists in dominating behavior.

Another common myth is that women are at a disadvantage in mediation, but in truth, women are no more at disadvantage in mediation than they are in divorce court. Women actually often obtain a better result in mediation because the mediation process allows for the consideration of non-legal factors. And a woman is free to stop mediation or refuse to sign an agreement that seems unfair to her.

A third myth is that mediation is more of a hassle than hiring a lawyer to handle a divorce. This is untrue, because whether a couple turns to a mediator or a lawyer to handle their divorce, a certain amount of information gathering and decision making must occur. Mediation simply offers a streamlined approach.

If you would like to learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of using a lawyer or a mediator to handle your divorce, speak with a family law attorney who can walk you through the options today.