Mediating and Negotiating Marital Conflicts

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The book explores the shift from traditional legal negotiations to marital-conflict mediation in the U.S. since 1980. It examines the criticisms of mediation, particularly regarding its effectiveness in protecting women from violent partners and addressing gender-based power imbalances. Additionally, it presents the perspective of mediators who argue that lawyers often exacerbate conflicts and that the legal system is costly and prolongs the separation process, highlighting the complexities and challenges of resolving marital disputes.