What is Mediation for Divorce or Child Custody in Oklahoma?
Mediation is a way to resolve your family law case that is an alternative to trial. The parties (and their attorneys) will meet with a trained mediator who is a neutral person both parties have agreed upon. The parties can meet in the same room, or in separate rooms depending upon your particular situation. Only the parties and their attorneys can attend, unless special permission is granted for a third party. The mediation is confidential, and cannot be used in any way at court.
The mediator's role is to facilitate an agreement on issues including custody, visitation and property division, for example. If mediation fails, then the case can be set for trial. Most mediators have special training, although some also have legal training. Some Judges will require a mediation before they allow you to set your case for trial. Also, some Decrees require that the parties attempt mediation before a new Motion to Modify is filed. If you have questions about whether mediation would work in your case or need additional information about the procedure, please contact my office.
The mediator's role is to facilitate an agreement on issues including custody, visitation and property division, for example. If mediation fails, then the case can be set for trial. Most mediators have special training, although some also have legal training. Some Judges will require a mediation before they allow you to set your case for trial. Also, some Decrees require that the parties attempt mediation before a new Motion to Modify is filed. If you have questions about whether mediation would work in your case or need additional information about the procedure, please contact my office.