Does divorce mediation always work?
No, not always, but in most cases it is very effective. The parties need to be able to cooperate with the mediator, be open to suggestions and resolutions and be committed to working together.
Mediation will not work if there is a history of domestic violence or the parties refuse to provide the information necessary for mediation.
In order for mediation to work the parties must leave fault and blame out of the mix. They must focus on the future and not the past.
If the parties do not wish to participate together, it is possible to mediate the issues with the parties separated. The parties can make separate appointments or can be in separate conference rooms during mediation. This is not as productive as co-joint mediation, but in some cases is very effective.