When divorce and custody issues arise, people often assume a contentious court battle between the two spouses is inevitable. That doesn’t have to be the case, though. There is more than one way to resolve legal disagreements in family law cases. Instead of battling for custody and parenting time in Court, divorcing parents can opt for mediation in order to reach a resolution in the case.
Mediation involves consulting with a neutral third party, a mediator, to help parties resolve their differences in a structured and more peaceful manner than litigation. The process of mediation can have significant benefits over drawn-out Court battles.
Some of the reasons people choose to go through mediation are:
When it comes to custody decisions, parents have a hard time differentiating between their needs and the needs of their child. No parent wants to give up time with their child, but they need to think about what is going to be best for their child post-divorce, not what is better for them.
To make mediation more successful, keep these tips in mind:
In mediation, you can express your wishes and desires for custody in an environment that is geared towards reaching a resolution everyone can live with, and one that is crafted specifically for your family. The mediator will be able to help you work toward an agreement that will benefit you and your spouse’s different needs while keeping a balance with what is in your child’s best interests.
At Rozin | Golinder Law, we offer creative solutions to complex legal disputes, which is why we have dedicated part of our practice to mediation. A successful custody and parenting time plan requires an on-going relationship between parents, which is why it is in everyone’s best interest to resolve issues as peacefully as possible. We understand the need for a trustworthy and competent mediator to help you through your NJ child custody case and are ready to help you resolve your case.
To learn more about the mediation process, call Rozin | Golinder Law today at (732) 377-3367.
