BC Negotiation Services
Going through family disputes can be emotionally challenging. Finding common ground may seem impossible at times. At Pier Family Law & Mediation, we specialize in family negotiation services, providing a supportive and neutral environment where families can resolve conflicts effectively.
Experienced Family Negotiators
Our experienced BC family negotiators are dedicated to helping you and your family come to mutually beneficial agreements on matters such as child custody, asset division, and spousal support, without the need for prolonged litigation.
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Commonly asked negotiation questions.
01. What is Negotiation?
Negotiation is a process by which two or more parties discuss an issue in dispute between them with the goal of reaching an agreement or settlement and is predominantly used as an out-of-court resolution process.
02. How is negotiation different from litigation, mediation or arbitration?
Litigation is the act of settling disputes in court. Mediation is facilitated by only one person (the mediator). Arbitration is similar to a trial in that one person (the Arbitrator) will hear evidence and make a binding decision (called an Award) on the legal issues of disputing parties. Finally, negotiation typically involves both parties reaching an agreement out of court with the assistance of their respective lawyers.
03. What is interest-based negotiation?
Interest-based negotiation is more concerned with preserving the relationship between the disputing parties. The focus is more on finding solutions to each party’s unique needs, and disputes are approached from a Win-Win perspective. While this strategy is more future-focused, it requires more training and expertise on the part of the negotiator.
04. What is positional negotiation?
Positional negotiation is often less concerned about preserving any kind of ongoing relationship with the other party, the focus is more on meeting one’s own interests. Disputes are approached from a Win-Lose perspective – for one party to win, the other has to lose.
05. How do I know which negotiation strategy is right for me?
The answer is: It depends. A good negotiator will work with you to create the best strategy based on your desired outcomes. For this reason, when choosing a family law lawyer, ensure your lawyer is well-versed and trained in both forms of negotiation so they’re able to best represent your interests.