The mediation process can be a great way to handle family legal issues without going to court, but what exactly is a mediation review? After you’ve gone through the mediation process, you might be confused about certain aspects of the final agreement, or you may be hesitant to believe that the agreement was completely fair and valid. In cases like these, a mediation review could be a great way to go over each aspect of your mediation case with a trained professional. Whether you simply want that extra reassurance, or you have a problem with how your mediation case was finalized, you could benefit from a mediation review.
About Mediation
Before you can truly understand the importance of a mediation review, you need to know how the mediation process works. Mediation is an alternative to the traditional litigation process, and it can be used for a variety of family law issues. Couples may choose to use the mediation process to get a divorce, or parents might use mediation to resolve child custody issues, to modify visitation, or to alter child support payments. During mediation, both parties negotiate in order to reach a legally binding agreement. The mediator acts as the unbiased third-party moderator throughout the process by helping to facilitate negotiations and settle minor disagreements.
At the end of the mediation process, the case will be finalized with a legal agreement, such as a divorce decree. If the mediation process was performed correctly, the final agreement will be as binding as any other court document.
How Does a Mediation Review Work?
During a mediation review, an experienced mediation lawyer will analyze the details of your case and go over the final results with you. If there are any errors or potential loose ends, your mediator can help you resolve the issue while protecting your interests. For example, the previous mediator might have made a key mistake while creating the divorce decree by leaving you without an asset that should rightfully be yours.
Having your mediation case reviewed can provide you with the peace of mind you need. A competent mediation lawyer will review the decisions made during your mediation case regarding child custody, child support, property division, alimony, and more.
Are you interested in a mediation review? Contact Alternative Divorce Solutionst o request a free consultation with our Orange County mediation attorneys.