Mediation is a process for the settlement of disputes outside of trial, the courtroom, and the judge that puts you in control of the outcome. Unlike typical litigation, mediation is aimed at creating a solution in the most efficient and cost-effective way with an outcome that is created by and satisfies everyone involved. You do
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Mediation – Tips for Having a Successful Mediation
So you’ve decided that mediation is the right option for you, and determined which type to proceed with. Now, you need to take the steps necessary to make the most out of your time in mediation. Depending on the type of mediation you are participating in, you may or may not get a say in
Mediation – Which Style is Right for You?
By: Christa Banfield, Esq. You’ve now been able to read up on the pros and cons of mediation. Assuming you’ve decided that the pros outweigh the cons – and I’d opine they usually do – your next step is to think about the different types of mediation and decide which would best fit your needs.
Mediation – The Down Side
By: Christa Banfield, Esq. Last week I wrote about the pros of mediation. While I do believe there are many more pros than cons to mediation, there are certain cases where the cons may outweigh, making mediation difficult, if not impossible. An extreme example is where the opposing party is unable or unwilling to participate
Mediation – The Up Side
By: Christa Banfield Esq. Without fail, every person I meet with regarding a divorce will ask me, “How much is this going to cost me from start to finish?” And for good reason. People already realize that they are going to have to split their assets upon divorce, they don’t want to think about losing
Probate Mediation
Recently, Michelle J. Perkins completed the Maricopa County Superior Court Probate Mediation Training Program. As a result of this training, Ms. Perkins will be placed on an exclusive list of individuals to handle private mediations for Probate, Guardianship and Conservatorship matters. Ms. Perkins’ prior mediation training combined with this recent training and her years of
Finding a Good Lawyer
People don’t always know where to go when looking for a good lawyer. The first place they often look is on the internet. They type in key words such as “Lawyers in Phoenix” and then just hope for the best. That’s not a bad option, but consumers can do a little more to make sure
