Helping Spouses Resolve Their Divorce-Related Disputes Without The Need For Trial

Mediation is becoming an increasingly popular method for divorcing couples who are able to work together to resolve their differences. Mediation is a forum that allows the spouses to talk through their differences with the help of a family law mediator who serves as a facilitator. Both spouses receive the opportunity to have their concerns heard and addressed in a mutually collaborative environment and have an equal say in the outcome.

Mediation can provide a much more cost-effective and expedient solution compared to a traditional divorce. In addition, the spouses maintain exclusive control of the outcome rather than leaving the final decision in the hands of the court. These legal matters are critical, and having an experienced family law attorney on your side makes a huge difference.

Divorce Mediation Costs Versus Traditional Divorce Litigation

Couples concerned about total divorce costs often worry about seeking out supplemental services and working with professionals beyond their own lawyers. Mediation does create new costs, as spouses must pay for a mediator’s time, as well as the billable hours invested by their individual lawyers.

However, family law mediation tends to significantly reduce the overall cost of a divorce, especially when compared with litigation. Time in court is the most costly element of any divorce, and the litigation process can generate tens of thousands of dollars in court-related costs.

Compared to that, the expenses of divorce mediation are much lower. Successful mediation leads to an uncontested divorce, which is often much less costly than a litigated divorce.

Choosing An Effective Arizona Divorce Mediator

Who you choose as your family law mediator can impact your chances of success. Ideally, you want to partner with an experienced professional who has a track record of success, even in contentious divorce scenarios.

The best divorce mediators are legal professionals, such as family law attorneys or even retired judges. They should be familiar with Arizona statutes to help provide insight into your disputes with your spouse. You may also want to inquire about whether they have undergone mediation training and if they have experience with other forms of alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration.

How Long Is The Divorce Mediation Process?

The timeline for divorce mediation is as unpredictable as the timeline for a Tucson divorce. The number of issues that the spouses must address and the overall degree of conflict can impact how long it takes to successfully mediate divorce issues.

For couples with only a few disagreements and lower overall conflict levels, a single mediation session could be enough to arrive at an agreement. For others, the process may require several sessions spread over multiple weeks or months. Mediation ends either when spouses determine they cannot compromise and cooperate or when they reach an agreement and sign a document outlining the terms they set.

Is Mediation Right for Your Situation?

Mediation isn’t ideal for every divorcing couple. In cases involving domestic violence, intentional misrepresentation about financial matters or extreme levels of conflict, it may be impossible for spouses to fairly address issues in mediation.

Even those who struggle to work together can often make mediation work, possibly by staying in separate spaces and communicating through the mediator. If both spouses are honest and approach the process in good faith, mediation can work even when emotional intensity is high.

Strong Representation In Divorce Mediation Matters

At the offices of Benavidez Law Group, P.C., we represent spouses in all aspects of divorce mediation. Once we are representing you, we would not be able to serve as your mediator. We will be there to advise you regarding any agreement that is proposed with regard to any aspect of your divorce and review any final agreement before it is submitted to the court.

If any disputes remain at the end of your mediation, we are prepared to advocate for your interests in court. In every case, our only concern is to see that you receive a settlement that fully accommodates your needs and the needs of your children. We have extensive experience with these matters, and you can rely on us to pursue every available option in an effort to secure the best available outcome on your behalf.

Speak With Our Lawyers About Your Divorce Mediation Needs

From our office in Tucson, we represent clients throughout Southern Arizona. We invite you to contact our office to learn more about divorce mediation, its benefits and how we can help you. You can reach us by phone at 520-314-8954 or contact us via email to schedule an initial consultation.