Skilled Lebanon, Ohio, High-Conflict Mediation Attorney
Finding common ground may be quite the challenge during a divorce, but even the most contentious relationships can end peacefully. As the founder of The Law Office of Juliette Gaffney Dame, I have represented divorcing spouses in Lebanon and Hamilton, including Butler and Warren counties, for over 15 years.
My experience and knowledge of high-conflict divorces allow me to find solutions that other advocates may overlook. Ohio couples can trust my firm to offer personalized guidance throughout the mediation process and an insatiable commitment to resolving matters peacefully.
What Safeguards Are In Place To Prevent Conflict During Mediation?
The goal of the divorce mediation process is to limit conflict and come to a mutually beneficial resolution without unnecessarily wasting resources such as time and money. To accomplish this objective, safeguards must be set to ensure both spouses are on the same page.
After finding an experienced mediator, the next step should be establishing ground rules. Setting some common guidelines to follow can help both spouses focus on resolving matters instead of arguing.
Facilitating communication is another objective for mediators during each session and an important safeguard to prevent disputes. Mediators will use active listening and reframing to ensure each spouse understands the other’s point of view. This also forces both parties to concentrate on finding solutions and not assigning blame.
Additionally, confidentiality is a vital security measure and a benefit of attending mediation. Everything that occurs during a mediation session is kept private and nothing can be used in court at a later date.
Can Spouses Attend Mediation Separately?
Yes, in some high-conflict situations, divorcing spouses can and should attend mediation separately. This method, often referred to as shuttle mediation, allows spouses to communicate back and forth with the help of an intermediary who physically walks from room to room to relay each party’s messages.
This method limits feuds and face-to-face confrontation and allows the mediator to inform each spouse about what the other spouse has to say. Without the challenges of direct communication and conflict, this method gives spouses the opportunity to find common ground and avoid emotionally-charged arguments.
Helping Divorcing Couples Find Common Ground
For many couples in the Warren County and Hamilton County area, mediation is needed to resolve matters without lasting disputes. To schedule a consultation and to obtain personalized support that makes a difference, contact my office by calling 513-599-8979 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or leave a message after hours. Clients can also complete an online contact form to obtain my support.