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What if Mediation doesn’t work?

December 15, 2013

What if my case is not resolved through mediation? If you are not successful at mediation, you and the other party, and/or your attorneys can continue to negotiate. If negotiations…

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What if My Spouse Won’t Negotiate?

December 15, 2013

Can one spouse quit during the mediation? Mediation is a voluntary process. There is nothing about mediation that requires a definitive resolution. This can be beneficial in allowing parties to…

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Consulting Your Attorney During Mediation

December 15, 2013

Will I have an opportunity to speak privately with my attorney during mediation? Yes, if at any point during the process you wish to speak privately with your attorney, you…

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Is Mediation Binding?

December 15, 2013

If we reach a decision during mediation, is it binding? Yes. An agreement reached during a mediation can be made into a Court Order, enforceable like any other Court Order.…

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Is an Attorney Required for Mediation?

December 15, 2013

Do I need to have an attorney for mediation? You are by no means required to have an attorney present for a mediation, but some people find them to be…

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What Can Be Resolved Through Mediation?

December 15, 2013

What sort of issues can be resolved through mediation? There are many types of mediation that can be used to resolve almost any sort of civil issue. Family Financial Settlement…

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What is arbitration?

December 15, 2013

Arbitration is another way to resolve a dispute that does not involve a Judge. Both sides present their case to a neutral third-party, who makes a legally binding judgment in…

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What is mediation?

December 13, 2013

Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution that encourages parties to resolve issues in a non-adversarial way with the help of a trained, neutral mediator. Mediation may be with…

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Barri Payne is a Certified Family Law Mediator

December 15, 2011

In 2011, Barri completed her mediation certification with the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission and is available to mediate represented or unrepresented parties. Mediation is a great way to resolve…

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Barri Payne certified by the N.C. State Bar Board of Legal Specialization

November 30, 2011

On November 21, 2011, Barri Payne received her certification from the N.C. State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in family law. Barri was one of 12 lawyers…

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