Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Mediation - Settlement Agreement

We have been to mediation and divided property. The Settlement Agreement has been drawn up but he now has decided to refuse to sign it and go to court. Can he legally do that?


Asked on 7/11/07, 8:34 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Mediation - Settlement Agreement

Unless the results of the mediation were put in writing and signed, he can refuse. I assume you had a lawyer at the mediation. Consult with him/her.

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Answered on 7/16/07, 5:54 pm
Stephen Worrall The Manely Firm, P.C.

Re: Mediation - Settlement Agreement

If the mediated agreement was written down in a memorandum which you and he signed, and if it was sufficently detailed as to the terms of the agreement, you can probably get the court to enforce the mediated agreement by filing a motion to enforce it. If you do not have one, you should see a family law attorney promptly to review the facts further.

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Answered on 7/11/07, 8:41 am
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Mediation - Settlement Agreement

Yes. However if there is a signed mediation form with the agreement, your lawyer may be able to compel compliance.

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Answered on 7/11/07, 12:23 pm


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