What To Ask A Divorce Mediator?

Knowing What To Ask A Mediator Is The First Step To Resolving Your Divorce & Family Matter.

Meeting with a divorce and family mediator about the process can be nerve wrecking! But, it doesn’t have to be! Prepare for your consultation with a list of questions. Here are just a few to get you started:

1.      What is your mediation process?

2.      Will I need an attorney?

3.      How are the sessions scheduled?

4.      How can I prepare for mediation?

5.      What are your billing rates?

6.      What information should I prepare for your review?

7.      Are you an attorney mediator or a non-attorney mediator?

8.      What is a Memorandum of Understanding?

If you are considering private mediation, then it is a good idea to schedule a meeting with the mediator before you agree to start the process. Not every mediator is the same. And, not every mediator is a good fit for you even if they are a good fit for someone else. It is important to recognize and understand that the mediation process is as much about the Mediator’s facilitation of the process as it is about how the participants work through the process.

An important part of the mediation process is the ability to work with the Mediator as she or he will work to help you reach a resolution. Therefore, taking the opportunity to interview the Mediator is the first step towards resolution.