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Are mediators objective or slightly biased?

Mediators are human. The experienced family law and divorce mediators at Parker Mediation bring a wealth of expert knowledge to mediation. We use best practices and observe ethical boundaries. Our trained mediators provide a neutral role in the mediation process. To learn more about a mediator you may be able to schedule a free consultation to get to know the person before making a commitment. Mediation works; if you feel a mediator is biased don't be afraid to address your concerns. You...

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Can a mediation agreement be cancelled or changed once signed. Our session covered child support and time sharing.

Making life altering decisions during divorce can be very stressful. If you have remorse about your agreement reached during mediaiton, you may want to schedule a legal consultation to discuss it with an attorney. You may feel better about your decision after speaking with a lawyer. You could also let your mediator and your spouse know how you are feeling and request that you schedule a session to discuss the matter further.

Mediation Privilege

Hello and thank you for your question. Parker Mediation provides Divorce Mediation Services in Massachusetts. Confidential Communications during Mediation in Massachusetts is governed by M.G.L.A. 233 § 23C. § 23C. Work product of mediator confidential; confidential communications; exception; mediator defined All memoranda, and other work product prepared by a mediator and a mediator's case files shall be confidential and not subject to disclosure in any judicial or administrative...

My soon to be ex wife would not show up for mediation?

The mediation process is voluntary; parties attend and participate in the mediation sessions of their own volition. If your spouse is not ready to come to the table or to discuss the issues in good faith, you will want to explore your alternatives. Even if you begin using another system, such as traditional representation, you can always suspend an adversarial process and use mediation at any point.