So for those of you who have no idea what Mediation is, you're in good company. I myself, a Mediator, was months from walking across the stage of law school when I learned about Mediation and all of it wonderful benefits. And honestly, I am so glad that I did.
As someone who has always seen themselves as a potential litigator simply because that is what the world saw for me, I was pleasantly surprised to be exposed to a more peaceful and diplomatic way of conflict resolution.
For example, a child support case goes straight to court. Parties more than likely must pay attorney and court fees and ultimately be told how much they will be giving/ receiving for their child based on a child support calculator and evidence presented to a judge. These very parties are looking at coming out of pocket at least $5,000 EACH for this process. Yes, you read that right. One must take attorney's fees, court fees, and parking into consideration to say the least.
Now let's look at the same situation, but as a Mediation process instead......
Same parties, same issue, however, instead of a courtroom let's use a conference room, throw in some free parking and change Your Honor to Your Favorite Mediator, and your $5,000 tab turns into about $1,500. And guess what else?! You were a major part of the decision making process, not bad huh?!
That is just one of many examples of the financial, time honoring and emotional benefits of choosing Mediation over Litigation, or even living in confusion and an unhealthy lifestyle because you can't bring yourself to even endure the potential drama.
Just because issues may not need to go all the way to court, does not mean that the issues do not need a 3rd party neutral to intervene and help the issue actually come to a resolution.
If you or someone you know needs some baby mama/ baby daddy drama handled, divorce from a situation that may have never been meant or has simply run its course, or even if you are getting married and need to negotiate the terms of your future union to prevent any misunderstandings, just give Mediation a chance!
*FUN FACT* 99% of cases are handled outside of court. So why put yourself through the struggle and financial strain of going back and forth to court to have your future decided for you when you can just come and see me or one of my colleagues and we can all work this out! Mediation is a collaborative process and should be taken seriously, yet handled with care.
No one enjoys conflict, so come to Mediation so we can handle this and you can move on with your life the best way possible!
Hugs and Kisses!
Nasha Brown, JD
Ivy League Mediation
901-502-3561
www.loveivyleaguemediation.com