RENO MEDIATION SERVICES
WHAT IS MEDIATION?
Mediation is a formal process that empowers and facilitates interested parties to resolve disputes out of the courtroom and into a private, calm and professional environment. Mediation has no public record, legal formalities, or adversarial pressures. The process is voluntary, confidential and can be terminated at any time.
Upon agreement, all records are destroyed and mediators cannot be called to testify. The Alternative Dispute Resolution process is an advanced communication format that allows you to freely express your point of view through a focused and formal discussion. Our mediators use expert listening to understand your point of view and to then facilitate greater understanding of our own and others’ perspectives. Our professional staff provide structure and expert guidance to assist you in your confidential and private matters.
RENO MEDIATION SERVICES
WHAT IS MEDIATION?
Mediation is a formal process that empowers and facilitates interested parties to resolve disputes out of the courtroom and into a private, calm and professional environment. Mediation has no public record, legal formalities, or adversarial pressures. The process is voluntary, confidential and can be terminated at any time.
Upon agreement, all records are destroyed and mediators cannot be called to testify. The Alternative Dispute Resolution process is an advanced communication format that allows you to freely express your point of view through a focused and formal discussion. Our mediators use expert listening to understand your point of view and to then facilitate greater understanding of our own and others’ perspectives. Our professional staff provide structure and expert guidance to assist you in your confidential and private matters. Mediation can be used to settle different types of issues such as divorce, family disputes, workplace disputes, and even contract disputes.
ABOUT MEDIATING MINDS
We understand that disputes stir up complex and intense emotions, which can be difficult to navigate alone. However, taking your circumstances to court can take the issue out of your hands, resulting in a lack of control and solutions you don’t like or agree with. Mediation is an innovative alternative that gives you full control of the outcome which results in better outcomes!
At Mediating Minds, we offer a safe and comfortable space with skilled professionals to help you to feel heard so you can come to an agreement that acknowledges the needs of all parties. Let’s craft a win/win solution today.
MEDIATION PROCESS
The mediation process informal and allows the flexibility to resolve disputes. Our staff mediator will be present, and our role is to guide both parties toward a resolution that both can agree on. Mediation happens in several stages designed to help gain a perspective of both sides, which include joint sessions and individual sessions.
Mediation starts with a session, including both parties, so that the agenda and ground rules can be set. The first joint session also defines the disputes or issues at hand and determines the position of each party. During the process, our trained staff carry messages between sides such as demands, proposals, offers, counteroffers, and questions. Once all information has been shared, both parties can choose to either settle or have an impasse where other means may be pursued.
DIVORCE MEDIATORS
Divorce mediation is the process between you and your soon to be ex-spouse and having a system where both spouses can decide the terms of the divorce. We explore what is going to be best for everyone and, most importantly, the children involved. With the help of our trained mediators, we help you work through the issues that need to be resolved so the marriage can come to an end in an amicable and cost-effective way as possible. Some of the topics covered include:
- Distribution Of Property (Assets/Liabilities)
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Retirement
- Taxes
Our mediator helps work out the agreements on the issues listed above. Sometimes these agreements are simple and easy, and sometimes they take time and work. When the agreements become complicated for both parties, the mediator can intervene to keep lines of communication open and ideas flowing. We keep the couple focused on the task at hand and assist in the decision making the process.
FAMILY AND CHILD CUSTODY MEDIATION
Finding an agreement for child custody during divorce mediation is essential. It should be prioritized based on the needs of the children. During child custody mediation, some essential steps to take to understand what is possible. Sometimes speaking to an attorney may help to be able to walk into the mediation with a clear idea of what your custody rights are. Have a detailed schedule ready for you and your children. Write up a custody and visitation schedule that you can propose during mediation while being mindful of any special events and circumstances such as birthdays, holidays.
Issues about custody fall into:
- Custody schedule and visitation schedule
- Setting up communication between about the children
- Prepare a list of exceptions that can shift the regular schedule (Example: vacations and holidays)
- Any exceptional circumstances that need to be discussed such as medical care, education, extracurricular activities, and religious upbringing
- A system to change the custody agreement for future discussions
The issues about custody can vary greatly depending on your family and your situation. For mediation to be effective, each person needs to enter the mediation process with an open mind to be able to discuss what will be a fair agreement. And always be guided through the process with the children’s best interest in mind.
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Alternative dispute resolution is a process where parties can settle disputes without going through litigation processes like negotiation and arbitration. These proceedings are typically less expensive and yield quicker results in the avoidance of litigation. Alternative dispute resolution is often a collaborative process. It gives each party and insight on the other’s position allowing for creative agreements.
