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Family Law Mediation in Knoxville

What Is Family Law Mediation?

Mediation is an effective way to settle family law matters, including divorce, child custody, property division, and domestic support obligations. For mediation to work, the parties must be open to using and listening to a mediator. If the parties are willing to work toward an amicable settlement using mediation as the vehicle that takes them to the end result, the parties can avoid a long, costly litigation process. Furthermore, most parties find that the final settlement agreement achieved through family law mediation is much more acceptable and achievable compared to the terms a family court judge may impose on the parties through a final order.

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The Pros and Cons of Family Law Mediation

Family law mediation is not the perfect solution for every situation. Most courts now require parties to attend at least one mediation session to attempt to resolve their issues while other courts make it a voluntary choice. This alternative dispute resolution method can save time and money for many couples; however, it will not always work. Furthermore, there are definite pros and cons of using this method.

Benefits of Using Family Law Mediation

  • Mediation is typically less costly than litigating disputed issues.
  • Mediation allows the parties to “get matters off their chest” and “clear the air” while discussing disputed issues. This can decrease stressful conflict that is often associated with a trial where the parties are limited in what they can and cannot say in open court.
  • Mediation can help parties maintain a civil relationship, which greatly benefits any children of the parties, by encouraging each party to see the other person’s point of view as they discuss possible ways to settle their disputes outside of the courtroom.
  • Mediated agreements provide more satisfaction for the parties due to the collaborative nature of the mediation process. Parties usually report a higher level of satisfaction with the terms of settlement, and parties find that following the terms of settlement is much easier and less stressful since the terms fit their family and situation rather than a “generic” visitation order, for instance.
  • Scheduling the timing of mediation sessions is up to the parties rather than the court.
  • The mediation process is more relaxed, making it easier to focus on what is truly important—resolving family law issues in a manner that benefits both parties and their family.
  • Mediation allows for the use of creative and highly specified terms and solutions that address the unique issues and circumstances of the parties and their family.
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Some of the attorneys of Hodges, Doughty & Carson, PLLC are trained mediators, in addition to being experienced trial litigators. Therefore, our attorneys can protect your legal rights and your best interest during mediation sessions and in a courtroom. We have the ability to act as impartial mediators for parties who desire to try an alternative to litigation. We also represent parties during mediation to ensure they are being treated fairly and any settlement reached is legally binding, just, and in the client’s best interest.

If you have questions about family law mediation, contact our office by calling (865) 737-2784 or by filling out the form to the right. Our family law mediation attorneys are always available to answer your questions regarding the mediation process.

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