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iona6656 · #21 11-12-2021, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by StillPaying

People with restraining/protective orders still do meditation, by using the shuttle service. Very common.

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Originally Posted by Tayken

Technically, you shouldn't be going to mediation if the bold above is true. But, you do raise a good point about "shuttle mediation". I find that methodology to be "ok" but, it is time consuming. Ultimately if parties are not close then no mediation will work.

they do it because they want to get it over with. that's what I tried, and one mediator sat me down, looked me in the eyes and told me not to do it. to get the OCL involved.

shuttle mediation is stupid if one person is afraid of the other and there's been a historical imbalance of power in the relationship.

in the OP's case- I think it would be a waste of time and money.

ifonlyihadknown · #22 11-12-2021, 10:14 AM

My understanding is that you should always make an offer to settle. Your STBX may accept 9 of 10 clauses and then any mediation only has to deal with the 1 clause.

I've heard others say that mediation only works if both sides want to reach an agreement. Otherwise you are only wasting time and money.

Either way, send the offer. If there is no offer on the table, you have nothing to discuss.

rockscan · #23 11-12-2021, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by iona6656

We don't know the details of your case, no...but having been involved in a DV case and seeing how the crown operates- the fact that they didn't plead you out with a conditional discharge or offer you a deal if you attended PARS or something- makes me think that you did do something.

So when you go on about the false allegations- don't be surprised if some people don't believe you. But again- we each have our own biases.

This.

Maybe I have biases or maybe it�s simply that I have been around here long enough and seen enough of the people hammering on about shit that I have a pretty good bs meter.

I am related to two detectives with two different police forces who have explained in great detail how they go about investigating and charging people. I also have a good friend in the Crown Lawyer office who prosecutes criminal code offenses. I have a bit more knowledge on the court process and how it works than an average joe. They don�t throw them all at the wall and see if they stick. They also don�t invest resources (especially limited ones during a pandemic) in taking things to trial unless they believe they have a good chance of conviction. You had a technicality and it wasn�t your ex�s credibility. She can still use that you were on trial in her documents.

Then there is your unbelievable ignorance and arrogance about it all that leads me to believe there�s more.

Not to mention I�m married to a man who was �falsely accused� of domestic violence. Not charged, accused. I�ve read his ex�s statements in affidavits and read the transcripts where the judge completely shut her down.

Even the most arrogant posters on here (Links comes to mind) had a level of humility and caution in their matters. YOU may not like what people here have to say but you also need to realize that a judge may not like what you have to say either and they are the ones you really should worry about.

And PinkHouses, you can save your rage. I already know you�re not a fan of me. No sense wasting time on a keyboard. You can simply click block and save your temper for someone else.

NewDay · #24 11-12-2021, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by rockscan

And PinkHouses, you can save your rage. I already know you�re not a fan of me. No sense wasting time on a keyboard. You can simply click block and save your temper for someone else.

How ironic that you are claiming ideas of someone else temper and rage.
I am simply vetting your posts and here you moved on to a better sense of the truth. Your were accusatory and that isn't helpful.

Telling people they are virtually guilty because they were charged and a technicality ended the case is not helpful.

Informing them how a judge likely sees it and to step cautiously is a better advice. Perhaps they could put more effort into it and word the denial better, lawyers are good at that.

rockscan · #25 11-12-2021, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by NewDay

Telling people they are virtually guilty because they were charged and a technicality ended the case is not helpful.

Informing them how a judge likely sees it and to step cautiously is a better advice. Perhaps they could put more effort into it and word the denial better, lawyers are good at that.

Ya I never said he was guilty. I said he needed to tread carefully and show some humility. It appears that he is approaching this with a more reasonable attitude. Judges don�t take too kindly to arrogance. Take a deep dive in canlii and you will see that.

helenj · #26 11-12-2021, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by rockscan

This.

Maybe I have biases or maybe it�s simply that I have been around here long enough and seen enough of the people hammering on about shit that I have a pretty good bs meter.

I am related to two detectives with two different police forces who have explained in great detail how they go about investigating and charging people. I also have a good friend in the Crown Lawyer office who prosecutes criminal code offenses. I have a bit more knowledge on the court process and how it works than an average joe. They don�t throw them all at the wall and see if they stick. They also don�t invest resources (especially limited ones during a pandemic) in taking things to trial unless they believe they have a good chance of conviction. You had a technicality and it wasn�t your ex�s credibility. She can still use that you were on trial in her documents.

Then there is your unbelievable ignorance and arrogance about it all that leads me to believe there�s more.

Not to mention I�m married to a man who was �falsely accused� of domestic violence. Not charged, accused. I�ve read his ex�s statements in affidavits and read the transcripts where the judge completely shut her down.

Even the most arrogant posters on here (Links comes to mind) had a level of humility and caution in their matters. YOU may not like what people here have to say but you also need to realize that a judge may not like what you have to say either and they are the ones you really should worry about.

And PinkHouses, you can save your rage. I already know you�re not a fan of me. No sense wasting time on a keyboard. You can simply click block and save your temper for someone else.

While you may be very knowledgeable, there are a few knots and bolts you're not seeing as to how the criminal justice system works. I can tell you that because I've lived it for several years years.

Why am I arrogant? Because I read the transcripts and it was so lavish the claims she was making and I had evidence that directly contradicted her statements.

If I was guilty, I would probably not come across as arrogant.
Anyways, I see your point about perception that the Judges may have and I appreciate your feedback. I know this is a hot topic and we all are suffering or know someone who is suffering as a result of some allegation.
Thanks for your help.

StillPaying · #27 11-12-2021, 07:48 PM

100% agree with rockscan in this thread. pinkHouses, NewDay and helenj are naive in how they think family court will look at this. Accused vs charged is a world of difference on the balance of probability. Without the other side needing to say anything, the family court judge will remind you you were charged when you say nothing happened.

OP - your lawyer wanted to bring a motion before trial once the results were in. Now they're telling you to do mediation before offer, to not play your hand before the other side makes an offer which might be better for you. Are you really looking for resolution?

StillPaying · #28 11-12-2021, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by iona6656

they do it because they want to get it over with. that's what I tried, and one mediator sat me down, looked me in the eyes and told me not to do it. to get the OCL involved.

Mediation? They do it either because they have to, hope the mediator will convince other side to settle for what they want, or are actually looking to settle. OCL/CAS has nothing to do with settling.

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shuttle mediation is stupid if one person is afraid of the other and there's been a historical imbalance of power in the relationship.

That's the whole point of shuttle mediation. Helpful - not stupid. Would you prefer a parenting coordinator?

helenj · #29 11-13-2021, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by StillPaying

100% agree with rockscan in this thread. pinkHouses, NewDay and helenj are naive in how they think family court will look at this. Accused vs charged is a world of difference on the balance of probability. Without the other side needing to say anything, the family court judge will remind you you were charged when you say nothing happened.

OP - your lawyer wanted to bring a motion before trial once the results were in. Now they're telling you to do mediation before offer, to not play your hand before the other side makes an offer which might be better for you. Are you really looking for resolution?

Hi,

I told my family lawyer I do NOT want to do a motion as I don't have $10k lying around to pay for a motion. I am really looking for a resolution and I am saying just let's agree to every other weekend (instead of 50/50) which my understanding is that that's the normal parenting schedule for fathers.

Secondly, in regards to charges versus accused, it really depends on how devious/vengeful the complainant is. My ex had a family lawyer before she went to the police and I wasn't agreeing to 50/50. So She went there, no pictures or bruises or other witnesses, and brought up false historical allegations.
Like I said, this is a hot topic and I do not wish to continue this subject. I understand we all have unique experiences that makes us biased on our views.

StillPaying · #30 11-13-2021, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by helenj

I told my family lawyer I do NOT want to do a motion as I don't have $10k lying around to pay for a motion. I am really looking for a resolution and I am saying just let's agree to every other weekend (instead of 50/50) which my understanding is that that's the normal parenting schedule for fathers.

I would do the motion myself if I had to, according to what the judge said. Although they were more interested in shared parenting than you are apparently. Yes, it is extremely normal for fathers who give up to end with eow. Hopefully you'll have no problem getting that.

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Secondly, in regards to charges versus accused, it really depends on how devious/vengeful the complainant is. My ex had a family lawyer before she went to the police and I wasn't agreeing to 50/50. So She went there, no pictures or bruises or other witnesses, and brought up false historical allegations.
Like I said, this is a hot topic and I do not wish to continue this subject. I understand we all have unique experiences that makes us biased on our views.

Bias aside, some of us have gone through this in court and understand the process. It's an uphill battle for you on a balance of probability.

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