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What is mediation?

A mediator is a neutral party who will assist you and your spouse in negotiating a settlement of your marital issues. The mediator will not tell you what to do, but will guide you in reaching an agreement. During mediation, it is wise to have the advice of an attorney. After the mediation process is completed, the attorney will draft a settlement agreement.

In addition to being a matrimonial lawyer, I am a Court-approved mediator. By law, mediation and legal representation must be separate. So, if you hire me to mediate between you and your spouse, I cannot also be your attorney.


Karen Meislik, a Matrimonial Law attorney located
in Montclair, New Jersey, serves clients in Essex, Morris, Union,
and Bergen counties, and throughout the state.


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