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May 19, 2023

Role of a Divorce Mediator?

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Navigating the intricate waters of a divorce can be overwhelming, to say the least. However, you don’t have to travel this arduous journey alone. Unmani Saraswati is a divorce mediation attorney at Mediation Offices in Oakland, CA, and her goal is support clients in creating a structured environment for an amicable resolution.

A divorce mediator plays an integral part in facilitating a smoother, more manageable divorce process. The role of an Oakland divorce mediation attorney extends beyond mere negotiations, embodying a multi-dimensional approach to assist couples through this challenging transition.

1. Neutral Facilitator

The fundamental role of a mediator is to act as a neutral third party. This neutrality is crucial to ensure fair discussions where neither party feels overshadowed or ignored. The mediator ensures that both parties have an equal voice and opportunity to express their needs and concerns.

2. Communication Bridge

Effective communication is often hampered during a divorce due to high emotions and personal biases. A mediator serves as a communication bridge between the parties, enabling them to convey their thoughts and feelings more effectively. They help clarify misunderstandings, facilitate open dialogue, and translate negative communication into constructive conversation.

3. Conflict Resolver

Conflict is an inherent part of a divorce, but it doesn’t have to escalate into a full-blown battle. Mediators use conflict resolution skills to de-escalate tensions, guide the parties to focus on common grounds and foster a cooperative problem-solving approach. They can bring calm to emotionally charged situations and keep the discussion focused on the issues at hand.

4. Information Manager

The mediator oversees the exchange of necessary information between parties, ensuring that both have the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. This includes details about finances, assets, debts, and parenting issues. By managing this exchange, the mediator fosters transparency and trust, critical elements for a fair and equitable agreement.

5. Guide and Educator

Mediators, particularly those who are experienced attorneys, bring their legal knowledge to the table without advocating for either party. They inform the parties about relevant laws, guidelines, and potential outcomes if the case were to go to court. They can explain complex legal jargon, helping parties understand their rights and obligations under the law.

This multi-faceted approach is what makes Unmani Saraswati’s services as an Oakland divorce mediation attorney indispensable in paving the way for a more peaceful and mutually agreeable divorce resolution.

Choose Mediation Offices in Oakland, CA

Unmani Saraswati of Mediation Offices in Oakland, CA, offers an empathetic, patient, and unbiased approach, coupled with twenty years of expertise in family law mediation. She specializes in remote mediation services, ensuring that no matter where you are, you can access top-notch mediation services.

Choosing divorce mediation with Unmani Saraswati of Mediation Offices translates into a more peaceful process, with less hostility and emotional strain. Furthermore, mediated divorces typically take less time and are more cost-effective than traditional litigation. In mediation, you have a say in the final outcome, providing a level of control that’s not available in a court-imposed decision.

Contact Mediation Offices today and make the first step towards a more peaceful resolution to your divorce. Unmani is here to support you every step of the way.

Unmani is exceptionally gifted at mediating difficult situations.

Unmani is exceptionally gifted at mediating difficult situations.  At critical moments when the dialogues seemed about to derail, Unmani masterfully steered us back on course.  Her calming influence, insights on the legal requirements, and laser focus on the relevant issues very positively influenced the outcome of our divorce settlement and subsequent mediation qualitatively and quantitatively.  In fact, my ex-wife and I would not have the solid, congenial co-parenting relationship we have today without key conversations—including very difficult ones—we had only because it was safe to have them with Unmani present.

- Damian R.
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