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At Woodland Mediation we believe in empowering others with knowledge and skills needed to overcome conflict and progress forward in life.
What is Mediation?
Mediation is a collaborative process between participants and a neutral third party who acts as a guide and advocate for collaborative and effective communication ultimately resulting in resolution. Mediation is a great alternative to litigation for matters such as divorce, family and business matters, work place conflicts, and civil disputes.
The process of mediation aims to increase understanding, improve communication, and encourage collaboration between the parties in reaching an agreement they can move forward with.
Mediation versus Litigation
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Collaborative approach
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Self-directed and greater control over outcome
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Private and confidential
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Generally more cost effective and less time consuming
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Participate with or without attorneys
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Custody: parties decide, not the court
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Child Support: parties decide, not the court
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Typically less stressful
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Allows for flexible and creative solutions
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Can help in preserving the relationship
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Can be very time consuming - 12+ months on average
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Typically very financially consuming - $10,000+
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Can be very stressful
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Ridge orders given by court and not parties
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Attorneys usually involved
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Information can be made public
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Usually strains relationships
