Mediation is an informal, non-binding process in which an impartial third-party assists couples to resolve all or part of the lawsuit. Mediation has been used for decades as an effective and efficient way to resolve cases without the need for an expensive trial. The two sides select the mediator or in some cases, the court appoints a mediator. Attending divorce mediation does not mean you are forced to agree to anything—even when the court orders you to mediate. However, it may not be the best use of your time in mediation to go into it with an attitude that you will not