The Vista Companies Address: 153 South Main St., Newton, CT 06470 Contact: William Donaldson, CFP®, CDFA Phone: (203) 426-6214 ext. 206 Fax: (203) 426-6614 E-mail: bill@vista-financial.com

Description of Services Mediation is a cooperative, problem-solving process that gives couples the opportunity to control the decisions that will affect their future. Mediation allows couples to deal with their separation or divorce outside of a courtroom setting, and usually is less costly -- both financially and emotionally -- than litigation. A mediator helps you identify the points on which you already agree, then works with you and your spouse to create practical, informed solutions to the others. Following are some of the key aspects: * It is Non-Adversarial. You have the opportunity to negotiate mutually beneficial terms directly and in total privacy. * It is Mutual. You both must agree on solutions, or there is no agreement. * It Clarifies Areas of Conflict. Most couples will have some conflict. A mediator will help limit the conflict and discuss issues productively. * It Gives You Power. You control your own decisions about your own lives. * It is a Win-Win Resolution. The process is a mutual search for a reasonable solution; neither party can win at the other’s expense. Often, one party may feel that they would be intimidated or disadvantaged in a mediation setting. Actually, mediation can be an empowering process. It can help the spouse who feels intimidated gain strength through education and knowledge. The process can also help the intimidated spouse begin to address issues and open up a line of communication which -- especially if there are children -- is very important and will always be necessary. ABOUT WILLIAM DONALDSON William Donaldson is a Certified Financial Planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and a formally trained Divorce Mediator. He has nearly 15 years of experience in conflict resolution and seven years experience as a financial advisor. He is also Director of Operations at The Vista Companies, a comprehensive financial services firm in Newton, CT. Through Mr. Donaldson's expertise, his clients receive realistic, long-term projections of potential financial agreements, taking into consideration the impact of taxes, cash flow, capital appreciation, net worth etc. This approach allows each party to see long-term effects of an agreement today, resulting in a more equitable agreement and less uncertainty about the future. For more information about Mr. Donaldson and all of the divorce services available through the Vista Companies, visit www.MyDivorceSupport.com (see link below) Kindly mention Divorce Source when contacting our office. Other Places to Visit: Complete Divorce Services at MyDivorceSupport.com The Vista Companies web site William Donaldson, CFP®, CDFA

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