The Divorce mediation handbook : everything you need to know / Paula James.

1. How mediation differs from litigation
2. Is mediation the best choice for you?
3. Choosing a mediator
4. The role of the mediator
5. Conferring with a family law attorney
6. Before the first session : talking to your spouse about mediation, discussing possible agreements, making an appointment, what to take with you to mediation
7. The first session (and what happens next) : understanding the rules, explaining your goals, tackling the legal issues, initiating the legal paperwork, preparing the final orders, transferring property, finalizing your divorce
8. How agreements are reached
9. The emotional hurdles, what works
10. What doesn't work
11. Your children's needs
12. Planning your children's future care
13. Analyzing your assets and debts
14. Dividing it all up
15. What about alimony?