Mediation

Each party to a divorce can have unrealistic expectations about what would happen if their case went to trial.  It is easy to say, “I’ll see you in court!!” It is much harder to actually get there. Trial is expensive, time-consuming, and exhausting – both emotionally and physically. Even if you obtain the outcome that you want, you have often spent more than you gained.

Mediation allows the parties to a divorce to present their case before a neutral mediator in the hopes of reaching an agreement without the need for litigation. Your case can be mediated whether or not you and your spouse are represented by a family law attorney. It is important to consider that the mediator cannot give either of you legal advise. Therefore, if you go to mediation without attorneys, you will need to make decisions about the division or your assets, custody and support of your children, and spousal support without the guidance of a family lawyer. When represented by attorneys, you and your spouse can present your case to the mediator while being advised about the offers you are both making and receiving.

If you have questions about the process of mediating your case, family law attorney Ms. Annette Hall Neville provides a free consultation.