Divorce is a major life transition. Mediation offers couples a structured, neutral setting to discuss important decisions, explore solutions, and work toward agreements that reflect their circumstances.
Schedule a ConsultationDivorce mediation is a voluntary process in which a neutral mediator helps spouses communicate, identify issues, evaluate options, and work toward mutually acceptable agreements.
Rather than relying entirely on an adversarial process, mediation gives couples an opportunity to participate directly in decisions affecting their finances, property, and family.
The mediator facilitates the process but does not act as either spouse's attorney or make decisions for the couple.
Discuss the division of marital assets, liabilities, bank accounts, investments, and other property.
Explore options for keeping, selling, refinancing, or buying out an interest in the family home.
Work through parenting schedules, communication expectations, and other child-related arrangements.
Discuss relevant financial information and potential support arrangements, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Mediation may offer greater scheduling flexibility, more direct participation in decision-making, and opportunities for constructive communication.
It can also help couples identify financial questions before finalizing an agreement. Outcomes, costs, and timelines depend on the complexity of the issues and the participants' willingness to engage.
No. Mediation is designed to help couples work through unresolved issues.
No. A neutral mediator does not represent either participant or provide individual legal advice. Each spouse may seek independent legal counsel.
Not necessarily. Safety concerns, coercion, significant power imbalances, or an inability to participate freely may make mediation inappropriate or require safeguards.
Mediation itself does not finalize a divorce. A court must enter the required orders to legally dissolve a marriage.
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