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Law or Mediation

People typically think the first step in entering the formal divorce process should be to find a lawyer. But you might want to start with a mediator instead (and perhaps call a lawyer in later). Here's why:

• Approach: Adversarial or Cooperative.
• Goal: Winning or Resolving.
• Approach to Children: Chips or Children.
• Resolution Techniques: Courts or Discussions.
• Negotiating Techniques. Hardball or Engagement.
• Duration: Months or Years.
• Cost. Bucks or Megabucks.
• Post-Divorce Adjustments. Stuck or Flexible.

Although mediation is often a good approach, click here to see situations when you should get a lawyer right away.

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