The Law Offices of Kathleen Duckett McCann, LLC

Participants do not give up their legal rights by going to mediation. In the event that they do not reach an agreement in mediation, they are free to pursue their respective cases in court as though no mediation had occurred. However, mediation offers a unique opportunity for people to sit down and discuss their issues and disagreements in a professional setting. If an agreement is reached in mediation, the mediator typically summarizes the points of agreement in a written outline called a “Memorandum of Understanding” or “MOU.” Each participant receives a copy of the MOU. Although not required, each participant is encouraged to have an attorney of his or her choice review the MOU prior to signing it or having its terms incorporated into a written signed Agreement. Ms. McCann recognizes the importance and benefits of mediation in resolving civil disputes whenever possible. She has special training and experience mediating family law matters such as divorce, custody, child support, alimony, property division, guardianship, estate matters, and many other issues specific to the individual and the family. She is frequently court-appointed to mediate family law cases that have been filed in court. She is a strong proponent of the mediation process and believes it is one of the best ways for people to come together in a mature way to resolve their own issues. She has been successful in assisting countless clients in resolving very difficult and emotionally charged disputes out of court.