Divorce Mediation

The traditional process of obtaining a divorce in court can be emotionally and financially exhausting for all involved. The divorce procedures and court system are adversarial and, therefore, the costs are usually high and the results often unsatisfying.

Divorce mediation offers a practical alternative. In California, private divorce mediation is a voluntary and confidential process. You and your spouse try to negotiate the terms of your agreement with the help of a mediator. Only you make final decisions. During the mediation, the focus will be on your needs and interests and those of your family. The goal is to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

As your mediator, I provide the environment necessary for effective and satisfying negotiations. I will guide you through the mediation process and assist you with your negotiations. I am also prepared to provide relevant legal information in an objective and neutral way so that you can make informed decisions.

Divorce mediation can often save you money and time. You can share the costs of mediation, unless you agree on a different arrangement. In addition, you decide how much time you want to spend negotiating your agreement, thus controlling your efforts and costs.

Resulting agreements are often more satisfying to both participants and more likely to be honored in the future. If you are interested in an ongoing relationship after your divorce, especially if you have minor children and co-parenting is desired, divorce mediation could be the solution for you.

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