Mediation
What is family mediation ?
Family mediation can help you negotiate an agreement on an amicable basis, in the interest of all family members, and can also help reduce legal costs. The agreement may cover child custody, child support, division of assets and any other disagreement in regards to the separation. It is important to understand that everything that is said or written during mediation remains confidential and cannot be repeated or filed in court if the negotiations fail.
What are the costs related to mediation ?
To promote family mediation, since 2012, the government pays the fees of certified family mediator. Therefore, you could be eligible for 5 hours of free professional services in the case of a separation process, or 2 hours 30 of free professional services in the case of an application for review of a judgment or agreement, or for parents who have already benefited from family mediation services, or for parents who have already obtained a judgment in legal separation.
What is the mediation process ?
Firstly, the mediator explains his/her role and the process, evaluates your situation, helps you to identify the topics and asks you to sign a mediation contract which outlines the rules. In subsequent sessions, the mediator will assist you in resolving the specific topics. Once the sessions are complete, the mediator writes a report on all the elements you will have agreed upon.
Here is a summary of some our fields of expertise
Information session
Real estate transactions
Drafting, review and probate of agreements
Modification of personal documents
Will, mandate of incapacity, power of attorney, etc.