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Mediation	Collaborative Process	Litigation
> Parties believe they can settle the matter with some support > Full disclosure is not required > Minimal legal support unless litigating attorneys involved, then matter usually does not get resolved until shortly before trial > Parties have joint control over the outcome > Least expensive process > Shortest route to resolution > One mediator is hired > Parties are respected and treated as adults in charge	>Parties want amicable resolution >Parties may or may not believe the matter can be resolved amicably >Relationships  heal and build during the process >Parties learn to communicate effectively and productively with each other >Cost -effective process >Team of Professionals include Collaborative Lawyers, one financial expert, and personal coaches. > Parties are respected and treated as adults in charge	> Last Resort > Is destructive to relationships, finances, health > Builds up resentment and regret > Longest and Most Expensive route; most stressful process > Most damaging to children, dealing with parent alienation > Usually leads to more issues, disputes, and complexities > Litigators, and sometimes forensic experts are hired > Parties are told what they will get and when