You know a couple who has decided to end their 12-year marriage. They wanted to avoid a long and stressful court fight, and after reading about mediation, they agreed to try it, hoping it would help them settle their disagreements amicably.
Unfortunately, the wife soon became frustrated because her husband wouldn’t budge on a few key issues. As she sat there wondering what might happen next, she couldn’t help but wish the mediator would step in and force a solution.
She was about to learn an important lesson about the mediation process.
Can Mediators Force an Outcome?
Mediation is a common way to settle disagreements in Texas divorce cases without going to court. But can a mediator force an outcome? The simple answer is no. In Texas, a mediator is a neutral third party who helps a divorcing couple discuss their issues and reach an agreement. While the mediator guides the conversation and encourages compromise, the couple makes the final decisions—the mediator cannot force either side to agree.
Mediation saves time and money and can reduce the stress of divorce, but it only works if both parties are willing to negotiate. If they can’t agree, the case goes to court, where a judge will decide on key issues like property division, child custody, and spousal support.
Trust Christman | Daniell for Mediation Services
At Christman | Daniell Attorneys, we understand the power mediation has to cut through the agony of litigation. We are trained mediators. Our team can often bring objectivity and perspective to a dispute, which helps both parties in the divorce negotiate and settle what’s important to them. Trust the mediators at Christman | Daniell Attorneys to help you find the middle ground and amicably resolve your dispute before spending thousands of dollars on litigation.
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