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Question: Since my spouse and I have decided to end our marriage, but do not see eye-to-eye on anything, and seem to be at an impasse with respect to dividing assets, how does mediation help us work things out?
Answer: With respect to the division of assets, mediation provides a venue for you to obtain information in a non-adversarial way, to list the assets that are to be divided, to discuss the disputes that each party may have with the other, and hear each other’s reason for disagreement as to the division of an asset or assets. In the approach known as the “Green Divorce”, the emphasis is on assisting the parties in the mediation process to talk to each other, and come to an agreement once each is satisfied that full disclosure has been made, divide the assets in an amicable way, rather than by finger-pointing, arguing over who is right and who is wrong, and without expending substantial funds in proving a point. Besides saving money in unnecessary litigation, a Green Divorce also helps lessen the stress level which is felt when ending a relationship. In short, a Green Divorce helps parting couples move forward and allows them to get on with their lives.
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