Align Divorce Mediation

What is Mediation?

Divorce mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party (the mediator) helps a divorcing couple reach agreements on key issues, such as property division, child custody, support, and parenting plans, without going to court.

Mediation is a voluntary process, wherein both spouses agree to participate.

 

The mediator doesn’t make decisions, rather facilitates communication and negotiation, ensuring both parties are heard.

Why Mediation?

• Mediation usually costs significantly less than hiring separate attorneys for a court battle.

• Mediation typically moves much faster than a court case, which can drag on for months or even years.

• You and your spouse make the decisions, not a judge. You can create custom solutions tailored to your family's needs.

• Mediation is often a less combative process helps reduce the emotional toll on children. Additionally, parents are more likely to maintain a cooperative co-parenting relationship post-divorce.

• People are more likely to follow through with terms they’ve helped create, versus those imposed by a judge.

Costs 

Hourly Rate: $300

A complimentary thirty minute consultation is available to all potentially interested couples. 

The number of hours a divorce mediation takes can vary widely, depending on the complexity of the case and the level of conflict between spouses. Factors that affect the time required include: the number of issues (custody, property division, alimony, etc.), communication (cooperative vs combative), preparation (having financial documents, parenting plans, etc., ready for sessions), complexity in distribution of assets.

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