A divorce can be a contentious and stressful time as separating couples work to set terms on how to handle belongings, finances, and support agreements after the divorce is complete. Divorce mediation is a process that helps separating spouses resolve disagreements before spending considerable time and energy in court.
If you are working through divorce mediation, it’s important that you have a skilled and experienced family law attorney by your side to help you navigate the negotiation process and serve as an unbiased mediator. At JacksonWhite Law, our family law divorce mediation attorneys have extensive experience in helping separating couples navigate divorce proceedings and come to an amicable resolution that allows both parties to move forward comfortably.
What is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce mediation offers separating spouses the option to reach divorce and parental agreements through informal negotiations, without going to court and having a judge decide the terms of the separation. Mediation allows spouses to come to agreements in the informal and more comfortable setting of two-sided negotiations, rather than in court during the process of litigation.
A divorce can either be contested or uncontested—a contested divorce is one where the two sides cannot agree on terms of the divorce, like property distribution, asset division, or child support, and must go to court to seek a resolution. Meanwhile, an uncontested divorce is one where both sides agree on the terms of the divorce without going to court. Mediation can help turn a contested divorce into an uncontested one before both sides commit to a lengthy and stressful court battle.
A divorce mediator acts as a neutral, objective third party that helps both spouses express their concerns and goals. The mediator helps both parties achieve their goals in a way that creates positive, beneficial agreements regarding marital property, spousal support and other areas.
Our family law attorneys at JacksonWhite are here to guide you along in the process and seek an amicable resolution with your ex-spouse.
Benefits of Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation offers many advantages compared to divorce litigation. If you are navigating the divorce process, mediation can provide an opportunity to seek a resolution that accommodates both sides without the time, effort, and emotional impact of courtroom litigation.
The benefits of divorce mediation are the following:
- The process can be much less stressful than divorce litigation, and depending on the specific situation, may be a more affordable option. A contested divorce may take much longer to reach marital agreements, which means extended legal fees and court documentation.
- Mediation is inherently a less adversarial process than litigation, so children, and the relationships between family members, are not put through as much stress as typical divorce proceedings.
- Mediation can foster a collaborative divorce, where both parties work in a partnership to seek the best possible outcome in a good faith environment with open communication.
Mediation isn’t always an option, however, and is only effective if both spouses are committed to a civil, respectful separation. If there are significant differences in how marital agreements should be decided upon, then divorce litigation may be the only viable option. To determine which is the best option for you and your relationship dynamics, you should discuss your case with a divorce mediation attorney.
Why Hire a Divorce Mediation Attorney
- Division of marital property
- Child support, if applicable
- Spousal support, if applicable
- Parental agreements and rights
- Any other marital issues
Our Approach To Divorce Mediation
- Beginning every case with a personalized consultation to understand the unique family dynamics and our clients’ goals
- Offering neutral facilitation to help both sides reach an amicable agreement
- Promoting open communication between parties to create a safe environment for constructive dialogue
- Working collaboratively with our clients to develop customized solutions that accommodate both sides
- Providing experienced legal guidance to support you in navigating challenging legal processes and making informed decisions
- Focusing on fostering an amicable resolution to avoid the stress and time involved with mediation
Potential Divorce Mediation Outcomes
- Mutual agreement – By fostering a space for negotiation, we offer both sides the opportunity to agree on terms around asset division, child custody, and child support.
- Tailored solutions – In facilitating the mediation process, we help both sides to work toward a compromise that accommodates each side and meets their unique needs.
- Preserved relationships – We provide an amicable mediation process that can put less emotional strain on relationships than litigation, allowing for easier co-parenting and future communications.
- Time and cost savings – We maximize the chances of seeking an agreement before committing to litigation, which can save considerable time and money over lengthy court battles and the associated fees.
- Reduced stress – We help reduce stress through mediation, compared to drawn-out court battles and unresolved disagreements.
- Empowerment – We guide both sides through a successful result in mediation, which can result in a feeling of empowerment, as both sides have their say in the decision-making process and a reasonable outcome.
Explore Amicable Resolution Through Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is a valuable process for bypassing the stress and financial difficulties of litigation and preserving a healthy dynamic between you and your separating spouse. Still, divorce mediation isn’t a guaranteed success, so it helps to have an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the process and maximize the chances of the best possible outcome.
Our Family Law attorneys at JacksonWhite Law have considerable experience in divorce mediation cases and are prepared to take a compassionate approach to helping you resolve. We will provide support in mediation and legal guidance to minimize the stress, court fees, and emotional strain you have to experience.
Through an initial consultation, we’ll take the time to understand your case and your goals for the mediation process so we can maximize your chances for the best possible result.
Call the Family Law Team at (480) 467-4348 to discuss your case today.
