Child Custody Mediation in a Pennsylvania Divorce
If you and your spouse are having trouble reaching an agreement, you should consider mediation. A mediator specializes in helping people reach an agreement that is fair and will last. The sessions are confidential. A mediator's role may be limited to custody. You may also ask to cover other issues such as marital property if you choose. Mediation is not appropriate in cases where there is a genuine issue of physical or sexual abuse of the child or one of the parties. It is also important to get a legal advisor for this process. The mediator's role is not to take sides, but to bring the two sides together. Additionally, if the mediator is not an attorney, he/she may be unaware of some specific legal issues.
Pennsylvania Child Custody Mediation Resources
Pennsylvania Code: Voluntary Mediation in Custody Actions
This resource outlines the procedures for referring custody cases to mediation, the qualifications required for mediators, and the duties of mediators in Pennsylvania. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the state's regulations governing voluntary mediation in custody disputes.
Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission: Mediation Services
The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission offers free and confidential mediation services. While not exclusively for custody issues, their mediation services aim to resolve disputes efficiently and amicably, which can be beneficial in custody-related matters.
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