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Joe Dillon, co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, shares how couples can navigate divorce with clarity, compassion, and collaboration rather than through costly, emotionally destructive litigation.
• Divorce doesn't have to be a disaster or train wreck if couples choose to move forward amicably
• Mediation promotes "win-win" scenarios instead of the "win-lose" or "lose-lose" outcomes common in litigation
• "Interest-based negotiation" focuses on finding alternatives that satisfy both parties' underlying needs rather than rigid positions
• The financial cost of attorney-driven divorces can reach $200,000 – equivalent to paying for a four-year college education
• Putting children first requires parents to see beyond their conflicts and consider how their behavior impacts their kids
• A skilled mediator creates a balanced environment where both parties feel heard and respected
• Personal experience as a child of divorce drives Joe's commitment to helping families avoid similar trauma
• Many couples now continue living together post-divorce due to economic pressures, requiring specialized "roommate agreements"
• The future of divorce includes more non-attorney options and alternatives to traditional litigation
• "Don't do the deciding before the discovery" – making decisions before understanding all financial aspects leads to unfair agreements
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