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Mediation: A Better Way

I Won’t See You In Court!

Presented by Tim Mordaunt, 1-716-773-9433

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What It’s All About

Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser in fees, expenses and a waste of time. Abraham Lincoln, 1850

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Mediation Defined

• Voluntary, cooperative process
• Neutral professional assists parties to a dispute in making decisions that are:
  • Practical
  • Informed

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Mediation Basics

• Not just for divorces
• Cooperation vs. Confrontation
• Limits ofMediation
  • Doesn’t replace counseling
  • Litigation not always avoidable
• Role of Attorneys

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Why Waste Money?

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Why Waste Time?

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Avoid Emotional Distress

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Why Gamble With Litigation?

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Why Is Mediation Successful?

• You Maintain Control
• You Save Money
• You Save Time
• Your Agreement Lasts
• You Maintain Privacy
• You Improve Communication

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Mediation Statistics

Dallas, Texas Study (via Stephen Marsh, http://adr.com)

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How Can Mediation Help You?

• Some Mediation Situations:
  • Living arrangements
  • Parenting schedules
  • Child support
  • Spousal support
  • Division of property
  • Debt Allocation

Mediated Agreements Are Faster and at Less Cost …

Financially and Emotionally

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Summary:

Why Mediate?

• Save Money
• Save Time
• Save Emotionally
• Save Yourself

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Conclusion

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Timothy J. Mordaunt
Attorney and Mediator

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