Transform your divorce journey through expert mediation.
Why Choose Divorce Mediation?
Maintain control over your future.
Court-imposed decisions rarely satisfy either party and can have lasting negative impacts. Through mediation, you:
- Retain full decision-making power over your life and future.
- Create customized solutions that address your family’s unique needs.
- Design flexible arrangements that can evolve as circumstances change.
- Preserve the ability to modify agreements cooperatively.
- Avoid having personal decisions made by strangers in a courtroom.
Preserve your financial health.
Divorce litigation can drain your savings and create lasting financial strain. Our mediation process helps protect your financial future by:
- Reducing legal costs by up to 70% compared to traditional litigation.
- Providing transparency in financial discussions and asset division.
- Creating equitable solutions that protect both parties’ financial interests.
- Developing sustainable support arrangements that work long-term.
- Identifying creative solutions for complex asset division.
Protect your children’s well-being.
Traditional litigation often places children at the center of conflict, forcing them to deal with heightened tensions and sometimes even choose between parents. Our mediation process prioritizes your children’s emotional health by:
- Creating a cooperative parenting framework that puts kids first.
- Developing communication strategies that shield children from conflict.
- Establishing flexible custody arrangements that adapt to your family’s changing needs.
- Building a foundation for positive co-parenting relationships.
- Helping parents present a united front during the transition.
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Our Comprehensive Divorce Mediation Process
We offer a variety of solutions to help you build your new future.
Initial consultation and assessment.
The first step is about giving you clarity and confidence. During this phase, you’ll:
- Gain a clear understanding of what to expect from the mediation process.
- Feel heard and understood as you share your situation and concerns.
- Receive honest, professional guidance about whether mediation is right for you.
- Understand how mediation can help you achieve your goals for your future.
- Leave with a sense of hope and direction for moving forward.
Preparation and Information Gathering
This phase empowers you with knowledge and readiness. You’ll experience:
- Relief from anxiety as you gain clarity about what information you need.
- Confidence knowing you’re making informed decisions about your future.
- Understanding of your complete financial picture.
- Clarity about your priorities and what matters most to you.
- A sense of control over your divorce process.
Structured mediation sessions.
Our carefully designed sessions help you progress toward resolution. Benefits include:
- A safe, neutral environment where both voices are heard.
- Progressive movement toward solutions that work for everyone.
- Relief as difficult topics are addressed constructively.
- Satisfaction in creating your own solutions rather than having them imposed.
- Pride in handling conflict in a mature, responsible way.
Comprehensive agreement creation.
The final phase delivers the peace of mind you’ve been seeking, so you can move forward with:
- A clear path forward for your new life.
- Confidence that all important matters have been addressed.
- Security in knowing your agreement is thorough and workable.
- Relief in having a framework for handling future changes.
- Satisfaction in reaching resolution without court intervention.
Specialized Solutions We Help Develop for Your Family
We help you craft solutions that work best for your unique situation.
Parenting Plan Development
- Physical and legal custody arrangements
- Detailed visitation schedules
- Holiday and special occasion planning
- Education and medical decision-making
- Communication protocols
- Travel and relocation considerations
Financial Settlement Creation
- Fair division of assets and debts
- Retirement account allocation
- Business division
- Support calculation and scheduling
Future Planning
- Career development considerations
- Educational opportunities
- Retirement planning
- Insurance coverage transitions
Why Choose Out of Court?
Expert Mediators
Our mediators bring years of experience in conflict resolution and deep understanding of family and relationship dynamics.
Flexible Options
Choose from in-person or virtual mediation sessions to fit your schedule and comfort level.
Proven Track Record
We’ve helped people like you reach peaceful resolutions while saving time, money, and emotional strain.
Begin Your Journey to a Better Future
Contact us today to learn how our mediation services can help you create a positive new beginning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce Mediation
How does divorce mediation work if my spouse and I can barely talk to each other?
Many couples coming to mediation have difficulty communicating – this is completely normal. Our mediators are specially trained in managing high-conflict situations and helping couples move past emotional barriers to reach agreements. We use specific techniques like:
- Structured communication protocols
- Separate sessions when needed
- Written communication tools
- Emotion management strategies
- Focus on concrete issues rather than past conflicts
What happens if my spouse is hiding assets or not being truthful about finances?
While mediation relies on honest disclosure, we have several safeguards in place to ensure financial transparency:
- Required documentation of all assets and debts
- Option to involve forensic accountants
- Financial affidavit requirements
- Bank statement and tax return reviews
- Professional asset valuation when needed
- Clear consequences for dishonest disclosure
How long does divorce mediation typically take compared to going to court?
The timeline varies based on your situation, but couples can complete mediation as soon as the first session. This compares favorably to litigation, which often takes 12-18 months or longer. Factors affecting the timeline include:
- Complexity of assets to divide
- Parenting plan requirements
- Both parties’ scheduling availability
- Level of initial agreement
- Documentation gathering time
What if we start mediation but can't reach an agreement on everything?
Partial agreements are still valuable and can significantly reduce the scope of what needs to be litigated. If you reach an impasse on specific issues, you can:
- Take a break to gather more information
- Consult with outside experts
- Use evaluation sessions to break deadlock
- Mediate some issues while litigating others
- Return to mediation after cooling-off periods
How much does divorce mediation cost compared to traditional divorce?
While costs vary based on complexity and other factors (like whether or not you hire attorneys), mediation typically costs 60-70% less than litigation.
Our fee structure is typically in the range of $225-400 per hour. Compare this to traditional divorce litigation, which often costs $20,000-50,000 or more per person.
How much does divorce mediation cost compared to traditional divorce?
While costs vary based on complexity and other factors (like whether or not you hire attorneys), mediation typically costs 60-70% less than litigation.
Our fee structure is typically in the range of $225-400 per hour. Compare this to traditional divorce litigation, which often costs $20,000-50,000 or more per person.
Can I bring my lawyer to divorce mediation sessions?
Yes. While hiring attorneys is not required to mediate, you can certainly both hire attorneys and have your attorneys present or consult with them between sessions. We encourage:
- Review of agreements by independent counsel
- Attorney consultation on legal rights
- Lawyer participation if desired
- Draft review by legal counsel
- Final document attorney review
What topics are covered in divorce mediation sessions?
We address all aspects of your divorce systematically, including:
- Parenting time and decision-making
- Child support and expenses
- Spousal support/alimony
- Division of assets and debts
- Retirement accounts
- Real estate
- Business interests
- Insurance coverage
- Future modification procedures
How do we ensure our mediated divorce agreement is legally binding?
Our process includes several steps to ensure legal validity:
- Professional agreement drafting
- Court-required language inclusion
- Legal review options
- Proper filing procedures
- Notarization when required
What if my spouse becomes aggressive or bullying during mediation?
We have strict protocols for maintaining safety and balance:
- Immediate session suspension if needed
- Separate room options
- Virtual session alternatives
- Security measures when necessary
- Referrals to appropriate resources
- Clear behavioral guidelines
How do we handle complex assets like businesses or retirement accounts in mediation?
We can bring in specialized expertise as needed:
- Business valuators
- QDRO specialists
- Tax advisors
- Real estate appraisers
- Financial planners
- Pension experts
What if circumstances change after we finalize our mediated agreement?
Our agreements include modification procedures for:
- Income changes
- Relocation needs
- Children’s changing needs
- Career transitions
- Remarriage situations
- Health issues
How does virtual divorce mediation work compared to in-person sessions?
Virtual mediation offers several advantages while maintaining effectiveness:
- Secure video platform usage
- Document sharing capabilities
- Schedule flexibility
- Travel time elimination
- Reduced tension for high-conflict couples