Divorce mediation is one of the most specific areas of conflict resolution, because it involves making serious permanent changes and adjustments in one of the principal elements of our life. It requires male and female mediation specialists. Our divorce mediators have been specifically educated in divorce procedures, difficult conflicts, divorce laws, and the multiple issues that affect people on a personal, professional, and emotional level. Lean how the divorce mediation process works.
What may be important in a divorce process?
In our divorce process, for all genders, spouses and partners, there are many components that are necessary to insure that a divorce will reduce expenses, be complete, and will hold up over time. In order to successfully accomplish these goals, we will help you outline your needs and define your priorities. Together, we devise a plan that is sensitive to your unique family circumstances and one that both of you find fair and acceptable. Your unique plan is confidential and specific, we will answer all of your questions to the best of our ability.
We have also included answers to some general questions about our services such as:
How much time does the divorce process take?
Each dispute and case is unique in its own ways and requires different needs and resources. As a result, no estimate of time can be precise. However, we have an initial range for divorce cases which average 7-10 sessions, with each session lasting 1-2 hours.
How quickly do you respond in divorce mediation?
Mediation is usually a very personal process. Although you are presently on the Internet, divorce mediation still also requires telephone conversations and face-to-face meetings. Unlike other services, we encourage you to call us first with no charge or obligation, so that we may answer any other questions that you might have or to provide you with any additional information. Our toll-free number is 1.800.529.1516.
What does divorce mediation cost?
While quality is the most critical ingredient in the mediation process, cost is also a very important component of any professional service. People often choose mediation because they receive excellent personalized service that reduces the acrimony, lessens the emotional toll on the parties, and cuts the time and the costs of adversarial litigation process. Our rates range from $50 per hour per party to $245 per hour per party depending upon the complexity of the dispute and the qualifications and experience of the mediator.
What location is the best for me?
Alternative Law’s mediation programs allow you to actively participate in all of these crucial decisions that impact the life of you and your family. You can call us for a free initial consolation at 1.800.529.1516 or email us at [email protected].
Divorce Mediation services that we provide:
- Divorce agreements
- Separation agreements
- Partner agreements
- Cohabitation agreements
- Post-divorce issues
- Pre-marital agreements
- Reconciliation issues
- Parenting plans
- Custody lans
- Visitation plans
- Alimony or child support
- Paternity actions
- Adoption agreements
- Parent-child disputes
- Restraining orders
- Education plans
- Housing disputes
- Relatives disputes
- Financial statements
- IRA’s and pensions
- Bank accounts
- Investment accounts
- State and federal taxes
- Social security
- Wills and trusts
- Probate and estates
We all recognize that all people can have different skills in this area. Proper information, disclosure, options and understanding by all parties are also key elements that are necessary in planning for a well considered separation or divorce that will be legitimate, legal, and stand up to the test of time.
Properly assess and understand the process.
While divorce can be accomplished in a systematic fashion, we also believe that both parties should have time to properly assess and understand the mediation process and carefully explain their individual situations.
Your first step in the mediation process is free.
Divorce is a difficult and stressful time for everyone. Please carefully go over your options with one of our mediators. While mediation works for the vast majority of families, we understand that there are always some exceptions. For this reason, for the first session, there will no charge and no further obligation.