The Divorce mediation handbook everything you need to know / Paula James.

Author/creator James, Paula, 1943-
Format Electronic
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoSan Francisco, Calif. : Jossey-Bass,
Descriptionxix, 215 p. ; 23 cm.
Supplemental ContentFull text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost
Subjects

Contents 1. How mediation differs from litigation -- 2. Is mediation the best choice for you? -- 3. Choosing a mediator -- 4. The role of the mediator -- 5. Conferring with a family law attorney -- 6. Before the first session : talking to your spouse about mediation, discussing possible agreements, making an appointment, what to take with you to mediation -- 7. The first session (and what happens next) : understanding the rules, explaining your goals, tackling the legal issues, initiating the legal paperwork, preparing the final orders, transferring property, finalizing your divorce -- 8. How agreements are reached -- 9. The emotional hurdles, what works -- 10. What doesn't work -- 11. Your children's needs -- 12. Planning your children's future care -- 13. Analyzing your assets and debts -- 14. Dividing it all up -- 15. What about alimony?
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 187-194) and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 97004607
ISBN078790872X (paperback)