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Parents Forever: Legal Issues and the Role of Mediation in Divorce Parent Handbook

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This is a part of the Parents Forever curriculum developed for divorcing and never-been-married parents. It provides an overview of the legal divorce process including how to select a lawyer, the cost of an attorney, custody and child and spousal support. This booklet is written specifically for parents.

Contents

Introduction

Purpose of this Session

Five Methods for Making Divorce Decisions

How to Select a Divorce Lawyer

The Retainer: How Much Do I Pay My Attorney?

Custody

Legal Process and Procedure

What is Divorce and Child-Custody Mediation?

What Mediation Does

How to Find a Mediator

The Ins and Outs of Mediation

When Might Mediation Not Work?

Conclusion

Appendix 1: Glossary of Legal Terms

Appendix 2: References

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