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Another potential mistake is avoiding any type of negotiation or
mediation with the other party. Negotiation with or without a
mediator has the potential to improve the prospective divorce
settlement between the parties in question. For example,
divorcing parents may settle their disagreements and come to
an agreement over child custody if they discuss those terms
before heading to court. It is also recommended to keep a
record of these meetings, such as a recording or written
agreement, to have proof that the meetings occurred on both
sides. Both parties should also regard the advice of their
separate legal representatives when discussing the terms of a
prospective settlement between both parties.