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Detangling Mediation Myths

For some reason, over the years with divorce rates rising, divorce mediation has been given a bad name. However, the more that people try divorce mediation the more good things they have to say about it. Mediation is a good way to split up a marriage in a much more civil and equitable way. If you take your case to court, the judge could heavy lean towards your spouse for some reason or another and there is nothing you can do about it.

Here are some common misconceptions about divorce mediation:

• Mediation only makes the divorce process take longer
• Men are more likely to get more property and money through mediation
• Mediation is for people who are afraid of going to court
• The mediator is the person who assigns property and child custody rights
• Mediation is the best conflict resolution choice for all couples

All of these statements are false. While the process of mediation might seem like it takes a long time, if you take into consideration how long couple go before going to mediation and then if it doesn’t work for them how long getting papers, lawyers, and court dates in order takes you will see if you give mediation your all how it can cut down on the time. Men and women are equal in the eyes of a mediator and it is for those people who are still willing to talk to each other.

Contact a Frisco Family Divorce Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been involved in a messy divorce case and needs legal representation or advice, please contact the Frisco family divorce lawyers of Alexander & Associates at 972-420-6570 to discuss your options.