Do you want a process that:
And can you work through your divorce with some spirit of cooperation?
If you answered "yes" to most of these questions,
then "WE NEED TO TALK!"
Divorce and family mediation is:
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Divorce and family mediation is:
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Unlike divorce litigation, where you and your spouse hire separate attorneys to represent your interests; our divorce mediators are focused on satisfying each party’s main goals to work out the terms of a separation or divorce agreement.
Our office is a "judgement-free zone." What this means is that we do not take sides. During each sess
Unlike divorce litigation, where you and your spouse hire separate attorneys to represent your interests; our divorce mediators are focused on satisfying each party’s main goals to work out the terms of a separation or divorce agreement.
Our office is a "judgement-free zone." What this means is that we do not take sides. During each session, we'll try to make progress on outstanding issues. We'll focus on your current situation, and the future. We won't discuss or dwell on the past.
You'll talk directly with each other during the mediation process, and work together to resolve outstanding issues. We'll guide you throughout the process, and ensure that each of you are heard and understood, and that the discussions proceed respectfully and productively. This makes it more likely that you will ultimately reach a resolution of your issues, reach a settlement agreement, and move forward with your lives.
Divorce and family mediation results in agreements that last.
When you litigate a divorce, court-dictated outcomes are imposed on you and your spouse, whereas mediated divorce settlements are created by both of you. And, when one or more spouses is unhappy with the outcome of litigation, it's more likely that you will return to court to e
Divorce and family mediation results in agreements that last.
When you litigate a divorce, court-dictated outcomes are imposed on you and your spouse, whereas mediated divorce settlements are created by both of you. And, when one or more spouses is unhappy with the outcome of litigation, it's more likely that you will return to court to enforce the agreement or seek to change it. And this can be disruptive, time-consuming, and expensive.
With mediation, the goal is to reach a mutually beneficial separation or divorce agreement. The entire process is collaborative, and nothing is decided without consensus from both of you. Mediation also provides a safe and confidential atmosphere, in which nothing discussed can be used in court.
In addition, your children benefit when they view their parents working cooperatively, setting the stage for communicating and co-parenting after the divorce. For co-parenting continues well after your divorce is final.