The Boy Scout’s motto - Be Prepared – applies to mediation in Phoenix AZ. Below are four ideas of how you can prepare yourself for a successful mediation. 1. Understand what is not worth fighting about. Before refusing to bend on an issue, ask yourself: Is this an issue really worth fighting about, or is it something I am willing to concede to get some other benefit? Some people spend thousands of dollars fighting over an issue worth fifty dollars. If the issue is not worth thousands … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for Mediation in Phoenix Arizona
December 14, 2010 By 1 Comment
In my last blog entry, I gave four ideas for preparing yourself for a successful mediation. Below are four other ideas: 1. Think creatively. Mediation allows you to consider options that the Court would never address. For example, you can contract for the payment of a common child’s college education in a mediated agreement. You cannot do that at trial. Thinking “outside of the box” may result in a much more satisfying resolution of your conflict. 2. Be ready to … [Read more...]
