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In order for the mediation process to function effectively, the parties must communicate openly and honestly. A case is usually appropriate for mediation when relationships are strained but must continue. Poor communication is often apparent and a skilled neutral third party is needed to facilitate communication.

Registered mediators are not required to be lawyers. However, because Ms. Miller is an experienced family law lawyer, she can help parties effectively identify all the issues that need to be discussed and can guide them in finding a resolution that meets their needs now and in the future.

Both mediation and arbitration involve a neutral third party who is not a judge. In mediation, the neutral party -- the mediator -- helps the spouses to negotiate an agreement and has no power to make decisions. In arbitration, the neutral third party -- the arbitrator -- listens to the facts and then decides the case.

MEDIATION FEES: Mediations are charged at $175.00 per hour, per separately represented party. In the event there is more than one separately represented plaintiff or separately represented defendant (multi-party cases), the hourly rate will be reduced to $150.00 per hour, per party.

Firstly, an individual must complete a 40-hour basic mediation training program that is approved by the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution. This training program covers the fundamentals of mediation, including communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and ethical considerations.

Individuals must complete approved forty-two-hour domestic relations mediation training prior to taking an approved domestic relations practicum or doing the observation and co-mediations of divorce or custody cases.