Why Mediation?

Divorce is a painful, costly, and the adversarial process can be draining emotionally and financially.

When considering a divorce you are faced with many challenging questions.

What will happen to my children?
How will they adjust? Can I afford to be a single parent?
How will property and time with children be divided?
What obligations do I have?

The uncertainty can be overwhelming and mediation can help in answering these questions.

Divorce in a courtroom is not confidential and it does not give couples time to communicate to settle disputes.  Lawyers can often be the cause of lack of communication between parties due to their litigation predisposition and lead to many post-divorce unresolved problems. Lawyers find problems and can cost valuable time and money. Mediators find solutions that save time and money.

Mediation can be a wiser way in settling disputes and reaching a mutually acceptable resolution toward divorce . It provides the opportunity to resolve problems out of the court system where  any disputes submitted to the courts become part of the public record. This can create a toxic future relationship and damage reputations.  Litigating is ill-suited to disputes that create publicity and distraction.

The mediation process involves a three-way conversation for the intention to craft durable solutions. The mediator assists couples in discussing co-parenting, divide marital assets, and financial support if applicable. Furthermore, couples are provided with resources that are available post-divorce.

Learning about the process of divorce prior to filing is a smart way to divorce. Understanding the process prior to filing or seeking legal advice helps couples navigate the divorce process wisely and effectively.