Connecting Nests

Glossary

Mediation

A neutral third party helps parents reach agreement without a judge deciding for them. Many states require it before a contested custody hearing, and most parenting plans name it as the first step in a dispute.

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Template for educational use — not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state. Definitions are general — your state may use a different word for the same idea, or the same word for a different one.

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