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Parents Forever: Legal Issues and the Role of Mediation in Divorce Educator Guide

This is part of the Parents Forever curriculum developed for divorcing and never-been-married parents. It discusses how to teach parents about pertaining laws and the legal process of divorce. It is intended for educators using the Parents Forever curriculum.

Introduction
Components of the Curriculum
Using the Curriculum
To All PARENTS FOREVER Educators
Main Points of This Session
Purpose of This Session

Methods of Dispute Resolution

Methods of Dispute Resolution

The Legal Process

How to Select an Attorney
The Retainer: How Much Do I Pay My Attorney?
Custody, Visitation, Maintenance, and Child Support
What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
Legal Process and Procedure

Mediation

What Is Mediation?
What Mediation Does
How to Find a Mediator
The Ins and Outs of Mediation
In What Situations Might Mediation Not Work?

Conclusion

Appendix 1

Glossary of Legal Terms

Appendix 2

References

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