When it comes to separation, it’s no secret that the traditional legal process can be long, complex, and costly. But for many people, this isn’t necessary—especially if they already agree on most aspects of their separation and just need help with a few final details. This is where Express Mediation, developed by Michelle Kinney, steps in.
Express Mediation is designed as a streamlined, efficient, and cost-effective process for couples who want to separate cooperatively. It’s a condensed version of the more intensive mediation services and legal processes available, allowing you to work together in a self-represented process to resolve your outstanding matters.
Michelle is both:
- a lawyer who can provide legal information and feedback on reasonable resolution, and
- a mediator who is focussed on helping you find creative solutions.
Michelle provides the guidance needed to reach your agreement and, as a lawyer, can draft a legally binding separation agreement.
Who Is Express Mediation For?
This innovative approach is best suited for couples who:
- Are mostly in agreement but need assistance sorting out final details.
- Want to avoid the expense and time of a drawn-out legal process.
- Are in a low-conflict situation where both parties are willing to cooperate.
Unlike more complex mediation or litigation, Express Mediation is focused on those who need a simpler, faster process and prefer not to involve legal counsel during the sessions, though Independent Legal Advice (ILA) is recommended to ensure both parties are fully informed before signing any agreements.
What to Expect in Express Mediation
Michelle helps parties work through their remaining issues quickly and efficiently. Once an agreement is reached, she drafts it into a legally enforceable separation agreement. Because Express Mediation is self-represented and streamlined, it saves time and money while still providing the necessary legal framework for a finalized agreement.
Why Mediation?
After years of experience as a family lawyer, Michelle Kinney believes that adversarial court processes should be the last resort for separating families—especially those who are trying to maintain positive relationships for the sake of their children. Mediation allows families to retain control over their future, craft workable solutions, and minimize the negativity that can arise from court battles.
Michelle’s background as both a family lawyer and a trained mediator makes her uniquely qualified to help guide families through mediation with a legal perspective that ensures any agreements are practical and enforceable. Should more complex issues arise, Michelle is also a qualified arbitrator who can provide a binding decision when necessary.
A Flexible and Affordable Approach to Family Law
By merging her skills as a lawyer, mediator, and arbitrator, Michelle offers a streamlined and flexible approach to family law disputes. Whether through Express Mediation or more traditional full-service mediation, she tailors her process to the unique needs of each family. Her goal is to provide a flat-rate, one-stop service that allows families to move forward with resolution faster and more affordably than court proceedings.
Other Mediation Services
In addition to Express Mediation, Michelle offers a range of family law services, including full mediation for families with more complex issues including with counsel, mediation for cohabitation agreements, and fertility law disputes.
If you’re facing separation and want to explore a faster, more affordable, and cooperative approach, Express Mediation may be the solution for you. Contact Michelle Kinney Law to learn more about how this process can help you and your family find resolution.
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If you are low income in BC, you might qualify for free mediation through the Family Justice Centres for parenting disputes. CLICK HERE for more information.
META:Express Mediation by Michelle Kinney offers a fast, affordable solution for low-conflict separations, helping couples resolve issues and create binding agreements without lengthy legal processes. Ideal for cooperative, amicable separations.
