Family Law Mediation

Family Law Mediation

Resolving Disputes through Mediation

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). It's considered an effective means of dispute resolution for any dispute not requiring a judicial or third party determination because the mediator acts an objective party who assists the other parties negotiate their own settlement. This is referred to as “facilitative mediation.” In some cases, mediators may express a view on a fair or reasonable settlement. This is known as “evaluative mediation.”

Mediation has a structure, timetable and participative element that traditional negotiation lacks. Mediators use various techniques to improve dialogue between disputants, aiming to help the parties reach an agreement that is satisfactory for all parties involved. Success greatly depends on the mediator's skill and training and the mediator must remain completely impartial.

National Conflict Resolution Center Education

You may have discovered the following during your search for a Family Lawyer -  San Diego has a lot of attorneys to choose from. Differentiating between attorneys requires an objective evaluation of their education, experience and credentials. A key quality that sets Renkin & Associates apart from other Family Law practices in San Diego County is Richard Renkin's Mediation Education with the National Conflict Resolution Center.

This mediation training educates participants in new techniques for dealing with impasse, ethical dilemmas, money issues, high conflict personalities, and adaptations of the facilitative model in business and legal settings.

Whether you're looking to litigate, negotiate or enter divorce mediation, SD-based Richard M. Renkin, Esq., CFLS has a unique skill set that will ultimately benefit you and your case. During the intensive 32-hour skill-building course, Mr. Renkin learned advanced theories and gained practical experience in the following areas:

  • Conflict theory
  • Stages of mediated problem solving
  • Balancing power
  • Managing the negotiation
  • Strategic communication skills
  • Handling emotions and impasse
  • Mediator ethics
  • Drafting agreements
  • The role of attorneys, advisors, and dispute resolution professionals

Since receiving training in Conflict Resolution, Mr. Renkin has mediated hundreds of cases for his clients. He's also served as a Pro Tem Settlement Judge, and he has a long history of acting as a settlement conference judge for the Superior Court.

When dealing with family law issues, sometimes you want an aggressive litigator. Other times your optimal solution is to enter the mediation process. It's important that your attorney is capable of helping you make that decision, and does so with your best interests in mind.

And, because family courts in California require child custody disputes to go through the mediation process before parents can proceed to court, it's extremely helpful to have a skilled mediator on your side. At Renkin & Associates, we're experts at determining a strategic course of action and planning each step of the process to achieve the most advantageous solution.

For further support or advice, call our office at (619) 299-7100 or email us to schedule a consultation.