Cases are often settled on the day of the trial and in some cases even during the trial. So even though you failed to reach an agreement in mediation, there are other opportunities to settle your case. A settlement agreement has some big benefits. It allows you and your spouse or partner more control over your future living and financial arrangements, instead of relying on a judge in a public courtroom to decide your fate.
And then there’s the consideration of time and money. If you go to trial, you may have to wait months for your case to be heard by the judge. This long wait inevitably means that fees will climb, especially as the trial date approaches.
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