Uncontested divorce involves matters where the primary terms of resolution are largely agreed, but still require clear documentation, coordination, and implementation. These matters often focus on confirming agreement terms, resolving any remaining issues, and structuring final documents so they are consistent and workable.
How Mediation Helps In This Context
Discussion typically focuses on confirming agreed terms, addressing any remaining issues, and evaluating whether existing drafts or proposals are consistent and complete. Participants can also use mediation to ensure that terms align across parenting, financial, and property provisions and to resolve details not fully addressed, while considering how agreements will be documented and implemented so that the final resolution can be completed efficiently and without the need for further revisions.
Common Issues
- Consistency across parenting, financial, and property terms
- Completion and alignment of draft agreements
- Identification of any remaining unresolved issues
- Documentation and implementation logistics
Some Considerations For Counsel Preparing For Mediation
- Identify the agreed terms and any remaining issues requiring resolution
- Consider whether draft agreements are complete and internally consistent
- Identify any missing information needed to finalize documentation
- Consider how final terms will be documented and implemented