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Mediation is a way for people who are having a dispute to talk about their issues and concerns and to make decisions about the dispute with the help of another person (called a mediator). A mediator is not allowed to decide who is right or wrong or to tell you how to resolve your dispute. In mediation, you can try to find solutions that make sense to you and the other person in the dispute to resolve some or all of your concerns.
While the goal is to try to work something out, you may decide it would be better for you not to come to an agreement. Sometimes emotions may be driving the dispute which can make talking to the person or party with whom you are in a dispute difficult. A mediator can assist you in easing the way for communication. The mediator is there as a neutral person to help you focus on solving your dispute; however, the mediator is prohibited from providing therapy, counseling or legal advice.
Many kinds of people can be mediators: mental health or business professionals; attorneys; educators; and others. To become certified by the Florida Supreme Court, a mediator must meet many requirements. There are ethical standards for mediators adopted by the Florida Supreme Court. See the Standards of Professional Conduct in Part II of the Florida Rules for Certified & Court-Appointed Mediators.
A mediator is not there to provide therapy, counseling, business or legal advice. While mediation is a good place to recognize the emotions that may be driving the dispute, the mediator is there as a neutral to help you focus on resolving your dispute.
If you are represented by a lawyer, you and your lawyer will decide how the two of you will interact during the mediation. Some lawyers instruct their clients not to talk during mediation. If this is your decision with your lawyer it is fine; however, it is important for you to know that you are allowed to speak to the mediator at any time.
A final order entered by a judge at the end of a lawsuit. Frequently, a judgment will determine the amount of money owed by one person to another, but a judgment may also include other items. A judgment is usually not confidential and may be obtained from the court records. A judgment is enforceable by the court.
The Co-Parenting Mediation Program maintains a small closed roster ofexpert mediators in the field of divorce, child custody and parent-time. Participation is by invitation only. Mediators are only added to the roster when a vacancy occurs, and are chosen based upon experience.
Below is a complete listing of the mediators working with our program. If you are scheduled to participate in mediation through our program, we ask that you please not contact your mediator ahead of time. Please direct all calls to the Co-Parenting Mediation Program.
If you are not scheduled to mediate through our program but would like to mediate privately with one of our co-parenting roster mediators listed below, their contact information is listed alphabetically at www.utcourts.gov/mediation/roster
Laura Hansen completed her Speech Communication degree with an emphasis in interpersonal communications and conflict resolution from the University of Utah in 2016. During her time up at the University of Utah she completed a Conflict Resolution Graduate Certificate Program. Following her graduation she interned for eleven Small Claims Courts. She has successfully mediated business, landlord/tenant, contract, and property dispute cases. Laura received her Domestic Mentorship training through Utah Dispute Resolution (UDR) and continues to mediate as well as teach for them. Laura is also the Training Coordinator for UDR and on the roster of mediators for the Utah Courts Co-Parenting program and Domestic Mentors. Laura is motivated in helping others develop their own workable resolutions for all those involved.
Rob is a divorce and family mediator. His practice includes custody disputes, child support, alimony, and co-parenting issues. He is fluent in English and Spanish. His practice is dedicated to reducing conflict and helping parties work together to find practical, workable solutions. Rob graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law (UofU) in 2018 and lives in Provo with his family. .
Karrie has 9 years experience in the legal field as a paralegal in several areas of law including bankruptcy, real estate, estate planning and trusts. She has experience in many aspects of business as a commercial construction business owner. Karrie has been involved in the public and charter school districts as a volunteer for several years. With years of combined experience in all of the above, Karrie brings understanding and knowledge to the mediation process. With her ability to empathize and desire to help others, her ultimate goal is bringing peace to any type of conflict. Karrie received training through Utah Dispute Resolution and continues to volunteer for them.
Nancy has mediated a wide range of disputes since 1988. Over the past two decades, she has focused on domestic and workplace issues. Prior to private practice, she worked 15 years as the Executive Director for Utah Dispute Resolution, where she taught and mentored hundreds of mediators. Nancy also mediates through the Co-Parenting Mediation Program in Third District, having joined that panel in 2002. Professionally, she has experience in education, corporate training, and human services. Nancy holds two Master's degrees in Communication and Instructional Design from the University of New Mexico, and an ADR certificate from the University of Utah.
Jill Sheinberg is an attorney (admitted in New York) who specializes in mediation in Utah. She received her basic mediation training in New York City where she worked for five years as a community mediator to resolve disputes between family members, neighbors, employees, and landlord/tenants. She has completed the Utah Court-Annexed ADR Program and a Business Mediation course at the Cape Cod Institute. Ms. Sheinberg has trained teachers, law students, community-based organization staff and community residents in conflict resolution and communication skills. Ms. Sheinberg serves as a volunteer Mediator with the Utah Juvenile Court Mediation Program. She is a member of the Academy of Family Mediators, the Society for Professionals in Dispute Resolution and the National Association for Community Mediation.
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Some mediation cases start when a judge suggests that the parties meet with a mediator. Many judges order parties to meet with a mediator. Other cases start when a party or a lawyer asks the judge to send the case to mediation. And some cases start when someone contacts the mediator without first going to court.
The mediator talks with each party separately over the phone. The mediator will explain what will happen and answer your questions. The mediator will also ask you some questions to see if mediation is right for your case. The mediator will ask how much you earn to find out if the court can help pay for your mediation. If mediation is right for your case, the mediator will schedule the first session at a time that works for everyone.
People usually need more than one session to reach an agreement. The number of sessions usually depends on how quickly both parties can shift from talking about the past to talking about the future. It also depends on how many issues the parties want to discuss and how complicated those issues are.
Judges may order parties to meet with mediators. If you have a court order that requires mediation, a good-faith effort at mediation might be expected. A mediator can end a mediation session if the parties cannot agree how to move forward or if the mediator concludes that the mediator cannot facilitate the parties' discussion.
You may bring a lawyer, a relative, or a friend to advise and support you in mediation (find legal help here). If the other party has concerns about the role of the person you want to bring, the mediator will talk with both of you about those concerns.
You may bring any draft agreement to a lawyer to make sure you fully understand what it means before you sign it. You can also return to mediation to change the terms of a draft agreement if your lawyer advises you not to sign it. Your mediator can give you more information about reviewing an agreement with a lawyer.
If you agree on some but not all issues, the mediator can include the terms you agree on in a draft agreement. You may bring that draft to a lawyer before you sign it. After you and the other party sign the agreement, you can bring that document to the court for approval. The court can schedule a hearing to decide any remaining issues.
If you think that the mediator did something wrong, you can file a complaint. A court employee will review your complaint and talk with the mediator about your concerns. You will get a response to your complaint within 30 days. Please note: The court will investigate complaints only if the court helped pay for your mediation because these are the only cases that are part of the Vermont Superior Court Family Mediation Program.
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