Divorce - mediation style: engaging in rational discussion is more civilized than courtroom sparring, but how lawyers fit in is an open question

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Mediation of divorces, both voluntary and court-ordered, has become increasingly popular as an alternative to adversarial proceedings, but the proper role of attorneys and judges in mediation is unresolved. Mediation is less expensive than litigation and offers the parties the opportunity to work together. In many states, including states that mandate some mediation, there are few professional standards to be met by mediators. There is some question whether mediators that are not attorneys have the capacity to resolve the complex legal questions that arise in family law.

Divorces, Laws, regulations and rules, Practice, Divorce, Divorce mediation, states

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Recycling the American dream: many people talk about simplifying their lives. These lawyers are not only doing it, but are making it part of their practices

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Some attorneys are forsaking the fast lane for the simple life. Stan Bradshaw still practices law 16 hours a week but spends the rest of the time guiding fly-fishing expeditions. Rebecca Earnest left law firm work for her own flexible schedule researching and drafting for other lawyers. Working for herself permitted her to spend 6 weeks of 1995 on a sailboat from Hawaii. Richard E. Roy founded the Northwest Earth Institute, which funnels information to environmentally minded study groups.

Psychological aspects, United States, Attorneys, Lawyers, Behavior, Quality of life

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