In Family Disputes, when:
> Parties want to settle their disputes on their own with the assistance of a mediator.

> Couples have made the decision to divorce and need to resolve differences.

> Couples are unsure about divorce, but have decided to live separate from each other.

In Civil Disputes, when:
> Parties want to avoid the expense,delays and uncertainties of litigation.

> Parties want the other to take some action in addition to, or instead of, the payment of money damages.

Remember, it is not necessary for parties to be in agreement, only that they agree to mediate their disagreements.