Mediating Cases Involving Domestic Violence: Solution or Setback?

Authors

Aimee Davis, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Abstract

This Note will first explore the psychological and social aspects of domestic violence. It will then examine the appropriateness of mediation for such cases, exploring viewpoints on the topic. Lastly, the Note will propose a standard to guide cases involving domestic violence. Although the victim should always have the final word on whether to mediate, a judge, psychologist, and mediator should collaborate and make a united recommendation as to how they suggest the victim should proceed. This will allow the victim to make a thoughtful and individualized assessment of her situation.

Disciplines

Courts | Criminal Law | Criminal Procedure | Dispute Resolution and Arbitration | Law

Recommended Citation

Aimee Davis, Mediating Cases Involving Domestic Violence: Solution or Setback?, 8 Cardozo J. Conflict Resol. 253 (2006).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjcr/vol8/iss1/9