Mediating Divorce: A Step-by-Step Manual 1st Edition

I read this as part of a class on mediation and found it a great manual for both the concepts of family mediation (e.g., the emotional issues you deal with as a mediator) and the practical aspects (e.g., the mechanics of a Mediated Settlement Agreement). I highly recommend it.

Easy to read & use. Very functional. Purchased for a class on using mediation for family issues. Work book style.

McKnight and Erickson have presented one of the best generic guides for divorce mediators in existence. With the focus on client oriented services designed to fully involve the parties in all decision making, the book gives the mediator a step-by-step instruction manual to mediating divorce. In addition to the basics of Parenting Plans, Spousal Support (Alimony), Budgeting, Equitable Distribution and Tax Consequences, the authors include things of which the mediator should be conscious. The potential effects on the parties that could result in certain circumstances is described for the mediator. And assistance is given to help mediators explain to the client each part of the divorce process so clients can make informed decisions.While it is vital that any divorce mediator know the laws in any individual state he/she is operating in, the Manual allows one to easily set up a format that will work in any state. The mediator need only add those specifics that are essential for the particular state. For those starting out as divorce mediators and for those considering becoming divorce mediators, this book provides terrific guidance about the process and the profession. Complete with sample forms, McKnight and Erickson give a wonderful and complete manual for client oriented divorce mediation.