FAQs
Q. Why choose mediation?
Litigation is based on the idea that someone can “win” a dispute. That a judge will decide in your favor, once they see your evidence and hear your story. It often doesn’t go that way. Court is unpredictable, time-consuming, expensive, and exhausting.
Mediation moves the opposite direction. No one wins in a process that could dominate the whole of a childhood.
Mediation reduces, rather than increases conflict.
Q. will i need an attorney?
Most often. I strongly encourage divorcing clients to retain individual consulting attorneys. Additionally, any process that requires agreements to be filed with the court will require a drafting attorney. I typically recommend parties share the cost of a neutral drafting attorney, and that the other party retain a personal consulting attorney for due diligence/peace of mind.
The mediation process empowers all parties with some factual legal information (like state child support guidelines), as well as a process to make sure we address the issues the court will look for when reviewing your divorce.
I’m not an attorney. I don’t give legal advice.
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Q. can you recommend an attorney?
Yes! I work with wonderful collaborative professionals across the continent. We have a rich network. I am happy to connect you with professionals that can support your goals.
Q. how long will it take?
I have a two-hour minimum for all mediations. From there, clients have great control over how long the process takes. I offer prep work that can help clients reflect and prepare - making our time together much more efficient.
Q. what do you charge?
Fees vary depending on the services provided and the mediators involved. We offer reduced rates to help make our services more accessible. We'll discuss fees with you before beginning our work together.
Q. what’s the end product?
Parenting and financial agreements described in a Memorandum of Understanding, which will cover all topics a drafting attorney needs to file divorce paperwork. The parties may or may not choose to file with the court system.
