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Will Divorce Mediation Work for You?

Even if you think that you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse could never agree on anything, when you consider the financial and emotional costs of a contested divorce, you might want to give divorce mediation a try. You are most likely to have a successful mediation experience if your decision to divorce was mutual, you and your spouse can control your tempers, you want to stay on good terms, and physical or drug abuse is not an issue in your relationship.

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divorce agreement

An agreement made by a divorcing couple regarding the division of property, custody and visitation of the children, alimony or child support. The agreement must be put in writing, signed by the parties and accepted by the court. It becomes part of the divorce decree and does away with the necessity of having a trial on the issues covered by the agreement. A divorce agreement may also be called a marital settlement agreement, marital termination agreement or settlement agreement.

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How do I find a good divorce attorney?

My wife just informed me that she's in love with someone else and wants a divorce. She already has a lawyer for herself. I've been getting names of possible attorneys from friends, but my friends often say things like, "This one will make sure your wife won't get a penny." Of course I'm angry, but I'm not sure I want this to turn into a major firefight. What qualities would you advise I look for in a divorce attorney?

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Divorce Without Court: A Guide to Mediation & Collaborative Divorce
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