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Cheaper than litigation
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Quicker than going to court
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Private: no discussing private matters in open court
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Confidential: mediator cannot disclose what was said
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Allows for creative options court may not consider
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Parties structure their own agreements
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Better compliance than court resolution
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Parties express greater satisfaction than litigants
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Agreements are tailor made for the individuals involved
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Allows parties to "have their say" when court rules might not
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Promotes healing of old wounds
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Facilitates and eases future communication of divorcing parents
