Divorce Mediation
Divorcing spouses use the mediation process to create an agreement which meets their unique needs and stay in control of the decisions that will affect them for years to come.
Why choose divorce mediation?
• Mediation is empowering. There is a greater sense of satisfaction and control because you, not lawyers or judges, make all of the decisions that affect the future of your family, finances and lives. You get control, and keep control, over your life.
• Mediation is more humane. It promotes communication, respect, trust, and cooperation, which often extend into your future relationships. Focus is on problem-solving, not on casting blame.
• Mediation is faster, so you can all move on with your lives. Every couple is different, and while some can take as little as two hours, the average mediation takes 6-12 hours. Sessions are usually scheduled a week or two apart.
• Mediation protects children. Shield your children from the emotional trauma which often accompanies contested divorces. Studies show that children feel secure and adapt better to their new family structure when their parents get along.
• Mediation is less stressful. It is less emotionally draining on you, your spouse, and your children.
• Mediation is fair and just Our mediators will work with you and your spouse to achieve an equitable division of your assets and liabilities. The mediation is not over until both of you are satisfied with the terms of your agreement.
• Mediation results in less post-divorce litigation. Research shows greater satisfaction and higher compliance rates than in adversarial cases.
Issues that can be mediated:
Any issue that a divorcing couple must resolve can be mediated. Among them are:
- Child custody and parenting arrangements;
- Division of assets and liabilities;
- Child Support;
- Alimony.