Things to Consider When Mediating Divorce in Pennsylvania

SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER DURING DIVORCE MEDIATION

1. Monetary payments for alimony support
   1. From whom to whom
   2. Amounts and how often
2. Health insurance
   1. Is one party entitled to health insurance for a period
   2. Who pays premium
3. Life insurance
   1. Who retains ownership
   2. Who is beneficiary
4. Retirement plans
   1. Is one party entitled to retirement plan
   2. Who is beneficiary
5. Income Tax Matters
   1. Joint or separate tax returns
   2. Who is entitled to deductions for real estate taxes
6. Housing expenses
   1. Who pays mortgage and other housing expenses
7. Legal expenses
   1. Split legal costs of mediation in future
   2. Does the party who wants change pay in full
   3. Does one party pay

1. Process for Conflict Resolution
   1. Mediation
   2. Arbitration
   3. Litigation