Free phone consultations explaining divorce mediation are available by calling our office.
If it appears that divorce by mediation can work for the couple, an appointment is set for the first mediation session with one of our highly skilled, trained mediators.
Pro Se Divorce Mediation
What is Mediation?
Mediation is a confidential, informal, out-of-court, problem-solving process that is inexpensive, respectful and fair. The mediator meets with both husband and wife and encourages them to fully express their needs and desires.
The mediator, from training and experience, is able to suggest creative, flexible and constructive options for resolving the dispute.
The husband and wife, not the mediator, make the final decisions on whether to settle the dispute and on what terms.
What is Pro Se Divorce Mediation?
- Couples can divorce without retaining lawyers.
- In mediation the divorcing couple works out the martial settlement agreement, including the parenting plan, child support worksheet, and equitable distribution issues.
- The mediator facilitates the process.
- The mediator assists the couple in filling out the martial settlement agreement and filling out court documents.
- The couple gets divorced without attorneys in court.
What are the Advantages?
- Less expensive – no attorney fees
- Confidential – the parties can keep the financial information private
- Potentially faster – the parties can control the speed
- Parties have control over the outcome and can negotiate what is important to them
Our office will handle scheduling, the sending of notices, preparation of marital settlement agreement and aid in the completion of necessary documents. Notary is available on site.