How to choose a divorce mediator
How Do You Spell
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Seven Tips to Choosing a Good Mediator
Makes it affordable. Look for a mediator who offers a free consultation. Be aware of hidden costs. Will you be charged for travel time or phone calls in between sessions? Is there any flexibility in rates that you might qualify for?
Empowers You. You want a mediator who will validate your opinions regarding what you each believe is fair and empower you to envision for yourselves practical and creative solutions that feel comfortable to you both. Ideal situations are rare but what you create can be something each of you can live with.
Dedicated Neutral Partner. You want a mediator who is dedicated to keeping a level playing field. Someone who makes certain the rights of both you and your spouse are protected.
Informs You. You want a mediator who will educate you and your spouse on how the law applies to your particular facts and circumstances. The more knowledge you have the more you are empowered to make your own informed decisions.
Approach is Compassionate, Personalized and Practical. You want a mediator who understands how stressful and overwhelming legal matters can be to a family going through a divorce. A mediator who is able to develop rapport – a relationship of understanding, empathy, and trust – with each of you. Someone who can also practically assess your current situation and help you create a plan that’s personalized to meet your unique needs and goals.
Targeted trouble-shooter. You want a mediator who targets your focus on the present and future, so you’re not dwelling on who did what to whom. Someone who compassionately moves you from positions of combat to ones of cooperation where problems can be solved effectively and creatively.
Experienced. You want a mediator who has a proven track record in the field of mediation AND is experienced in all aspects of divorce related financial and parenting issues, if you have children. Someone who can help you through all the tough financial decisions and make certain you don’t overlook anything important to your family’s financial future or parenting plan.
Learn more about Tom Caprio’s experience and approach or call him at 561.310.2141 if you have other questions. He is ready and able to guide you confidently through this challenging time.
I can help you with:
Division of Property
Spousal Support/Alimony
Child Custody & Support
Child Timesharing Plans
Separation Agreements
Parenting Plans
