St. Paul, MN family law attorney Dan O’Connell explains how mediation works in divorce cases. He explains that a mediator serves as a helper and facilitator, guiding the parties through discussions about the issues at hand with the goal of reaching a resolution. The process is confidential, meaning that anything said during mediation cannot be used as evidence in court. This confidentiality allows the parties to speak openly and honestly, to brainstorm solutions without fear that their words might later be used against them in litigation.