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Jane F. Warren, Attorney At Law
261 Union Street, Suite 204
New Bedford,
Massachusetts
02740
Phone: 508-999-0016
Fax: 508-993-5908
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The Family Mediation Process
With the aid of professional help, mediation offers a fair process for divorcing or separating couples, where they can discuss and decide arrangements and support for their children, as well as division of property and other related issues. This is a joint effort by both husband and wife. A mediator will not act as an attorney for either or both, but mainly as an unbiased observer while striving to minimize adversarial elements and saving time and money. Through a series of meetings, all parties can discuss and decide various topics either independently or with the guidance of a lawyer or advisor.
Upon agreement by both parties, a mediator will compose a draft of the agreement for both parties to review with their attorneys. The completed and signed agreement is enforceable and, if part of a divorce, may be presented to the court for approval.
A vital key to the success of mediation is the willingness and effort by both parties to reach agreement. This effort from both parties is voluntary, as it is understood that there is no legal obligation to agree.
The Benefits of Mediation
Our experience has indicated that divorce settlements which are mutually agreed upon by both husband and wife are usually far more beneficial for the children than those imposed by court order. The mediation process opens the door to this alternative while also offering the potential for less pain and expense. In addition, this system allows both parties, with the assistance of a professional, to establish their own goals and determine the best use of their own resources.
Divorce Mediation Services
Avoid the time and stress of courtroom litigation, let the benefit of compromise guide your future. Alternative dispute resolution provides the benefits of being able to establish your own goals using your own resources in producing satisfying results for you.
Our comprehensive divorce agreements include mediation in all of the following areas:
- Child Custody
- Capital Gain Tax Consequences
- Child Support
- Tax Deductions
- Property & Liability Division
- Alimony
- College Expenses
- Life Insurance
- Medical & Dental Insurance & Costs
- Tax Filings
Jane F. Warren holds a Juris Doctor degree and is licensed to practice before Massachusetts Courts. She also received a Certificate for completion of the Program on Negotiation and Mediation at Harvard Law School. Ms. Warren is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, American Bar Association, New Bedford Bar Association, Bristol County Bar Association, Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation, Inc., Plymouth County Bar Association, Association for Conflict Resolution and the Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council, Inc.
“I encourage any couple who is entering mediation,
to experience the dignity, respect and integrity
we received, in a resolution that brings out fairness
for everyone.”
-- a client
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