Divorce Mediation Services
A Peaceful Path to Ending Your Marriage
Why Choose Mediation for Your Divorce?
Divorce mediation offers couples a collaborative alternative to contentious litigation. Instead of fighting in court, you and your spouse work with a neutral mediator to reach mutually acceptable agreements on all aspects of your divorce. This process is typically faster, less expensive, and less emotionally draining than traditional divorce proceedings.
Our experienced Florida family law mediators help couples navigate the divorce process with professionalism and compassion. We facilitate productive conversations about property division, alimony, child custody, and all other divorce-related matters, ensuring both parties have a voice in the outcome.
Benefits of Divorce Mediation
Cost-Effective Solution
Mediation typically costs a fraction of litigated divorce, with most cases resolved in a few sessions rather than months or years in court.
Faster Resolution
Complete your divorce in weeks or months instead of the year or more that court battles often require.
Maintain Control
You and your spouse make the decisions about your future, not a judge who doesn't know your family.
Preserve Relationships
The collaborative nature of mediation helps maintain civility, especially important when children are involved.
Confidential Process
Unlike public court proceedings, mediation is completely private and confidential.
Flexible Scheduling
Schedule sessions at your convenience, including evenings and weekends if needed.
The Divorce Mediation Process
Initial Consultation
Meet with your mediator to discuss your situation, goals, and how mediation works. This free consultation helps you understand if mediation is right for you.
Information Gathering
Both parties provide financial documents and information about assets, debts, income, and expenses. Full transparency is essential for fair agreements.
Mediation Sessions
Work through each issue with your mediator's guidance. Discuss property division, spousal support, and other matters until you reach agreement.
Agreement Drafting
Your mediator prepares a comprehensive marital settlement agreement documenting all decisions made during mediation.
Legal Review
Each party reviews the agreement with their attorney to ensure their rights are protected before signing.
Court Filing
File your agreement with the court along with divorce paperwork. The judge typically approves agreements reached through mediation.
Issues Addressed in Divorce Mediation
Property & Asset Division
Fairly divide marital property including homes, vehicles, bank accounts, retirement accounts, and personal property.
Debt Allocation
Determine how to divide marital debts including mortgages, credit cards, loans, and other financial obligations.
Spousal Support (Alimony)
Negotiate temporary or permanent spousal support arrangements based on income, needs, and Florida law.
Child Custody & Timesharing
Create a parenting plan that serves your children's best interests and works for both parents' schedules.
Child Support
Calculate fair child support based on Florida guidelines and both parents' financial circumstances.
Health Insurance & Medical Expenses
Decide on health insurance coverage for children and how to split unreimbursed medical expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does divorce mediation take?
Most divorce mediations are completed in 2-6 sessions, with each session lasting 2-3 hours. Simple cases with few assets and no children may be resolved in one or two sessions, while complex cases involving businesses or extensive assets may take longer. The entire process typically takes 1-3 months from start to finish.
How much does divorce mediation cost?
Mediation is significantly less expensive than litigated divorce. While a contested divorce can cost $15,000-$30,000 or more per person in attorney fees, mediation typically costs $3,000-$7,000 total for both parties. We offer transparent flat-fee pricing so you know exactly what to expect with no hidden costs.
Do we both need attorneys for mediation?
While attorneys are not required during mediation sessions, it's highly recommended that each party consult with their own attorney to review any agreement before signing. The mediator cannot provide legal advice to either party, so having independent legal counsel protects both parties' interests.
What if we can't agree on everything?
If you reach impasse on certain issues, you have options. You can take a break and return to mediation later, consult with attorneys for guidance, or resolve agreed-upon issues through mediation and litigate only the disputed matters. Partial agreements still save significant time and money compared to full litigation.
Is mediation legally binding?
Yes. Once both parties sign the marital settlement agreement and the court approves it, the agreement becomes a legally binding court order. Both parties must follow the terms just as they would with a judgment after a trial.
Can mediation work if my spouse is difficult?
Mediation works for many couples, even those with conflict. A skilled mediator can manage difficult dynamics and keep discussions productive. However, mediation may not be appropriate in cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, or severe power imbalances.
Do we meet together or separately?
This depends on your situation and preferences. Most mediation sessions involve both parties meeting together with the mediator, which facilitates direct communication. However, if there's significant conflict or other concerns, the mediator can use caucusing—meeting with each party separately and carrying proposals back and forth.
What happens after we reach an agreement?
The mediator drafts a comprehensive marital settlement agreement documenting all decisions. Each party should have their attorney review it. Once signed, the agreement is filed with your divorce petition or submitted to the court for approval. The judge reviews it and, if acceptable, enters a final judgment of dissolution.
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Schedule your free consultation today to learn how mediation can help you achieve a fair, peaceful divorce.
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