Although divorce or separation is a traumatic event, it can be achieved with dignity and ultimately result in hopeful beginnings for all persons involved. An adversarial setting for divorce is very often not in the best interests of the couples involved or the children. Mediation can offer a fairer, more civilized, and more cost-effective alternative. In divorce, mediation is family oriented - When couples can agree, the children are winners. Children learn by example and when they see parents trying to work together, it lets them know that even in the midst of divorce, there is hope. By selecting mediation in domestic actions, individuals can end their marriage in a cooperative, forward-thinking way which minimizes the anger often associated with divorce, and reduces the strain on children. Because when the parties are seen to be comfortable with the Settlement Agreement, the children are better able to adjust to the divorce. Mediation is therapeutic, but not therapy. The topics of divorce mediation may include: Child custody and parenting plan Child and spousal support Decisions regarding the marital home Asset and liability division Insurance benefits and tax issues Systems for future negotiation Post divorce issues Parent/child conflicts
Arkansas Mediation Services, P.A.   Little Rock, Arkansas   Ph (501) 907-7412 Fx (501) 907-7413   Jack1bell@aol.com