Taking Control of YourLife

Again, I met with a couple that have been litigating their divorce for over two years. They decided that they had enough and wanted control of their lives back. Those were their words. Somewhere throughout this process, they had lost control. Other people were deciding what was best for them and their family. Attorneys and the adversarial court system had taken control of the couple’s ability to determine their own destiny. After years of battles, court dates, paperwork, and affidavits, not to mention the thousands and thousands of dollars spent, they were done. They wanted another alternative.

We met for my customary no fee, no obligation consultation. I explained the goals of mediation and how I work as a neutral for the couple. The wonderful thing about a mediated divorce/separation agreement is that the couple decides what is best. I explained that as long as the agreement is legal, makes sense to the couple, and both parties are aware of their rights, we can put a settlement together. When both parties have full participation in the process and are not relying on what others tell them, the agreement has a greater chance of being adhered to. One of my goals is to help the couple reach an agreement that will stand the test of time and keep them from having to constantly battle back and forth in court. After all, why would they want another adult telling them what to do with their lives when the couple knows what is best for them and their children? This couple decided that they didn’t.

Mediation will help you save and protect your money, time, sanity, and most of all your family. Divorce/separation doesn’t have to destroy everything, it is a difficult and emotional time as it is. Why make things worse by litigating? Take control of your life. Learn why mediation is the healthy alternative to litigation. 

Chris Pulitano              

631-921-2454

New Beginnings Divorce Mediation              www.nbmediation.com