Divorcing couples do not always have to land in court to dissolve their marriage. For those who wish to forego a courtroom battle, there are alternative means, such as divorce mediation, that allow spouses to discuss the terms of their divorce, along with a neutral third-party, until they are able to achieve a resolution. You should hire your own respective attorneys to advocate on your behalf and ensure you understand your rights during that mediation.
However, choosing to utilize divorce mediation prior to complying with mandatory disclosure and service of a financial affidavit can be a disastrous waste of time and money. To find out if divorce mediation is the best option for you, read below.
The Benefits of Choosing Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is not only an effective method for staying out of court, but it also provides a vast array of other benefits.
Here are some of the benefits you can experience when choosing divorce mediation:
- It is better for the kids: If you have children, one of the biggest benefits of using divorce mediation is that you will be able to work on your relationship as co-parents. Spouses need to negotiate and cooperate with each other while going through the mediation process – tools that will come in handy as you continue to raise your children together.
- It will take less time and cost less: Time and money tend to go hand in hand. Divorce can be pricey when going through litigation due to the amount of time it takes. With divorce mediation, you can choose your own schedule and forego the lengthy discovery process, both of which can shave off a lot of time and lower the overall price tag on your divorce.
- You have a greater chance of being satisfied: If you were to go through divorce litigation, the fate of your settlement would reside in the hands of a judge and you might not necessarily be happy with the outcome. Through divorce mediation, you and your spouse will have a better chance of being happy with the outcome of your divorce since you will both get a say in what you want. It is essentially a chance for the two of you to customize the terms of your divorce.
- It’s a legal requirement: Mediation is required prior to getting a hearing or trial in Palm Beach County. Courts want to see that divorcing couples try to work out their disagreements amongst themselves before looking for interference from a judge.
Reach Out for Help With Your Mediation, Today!
At Beaulieu-Fawcett | Newell Law Group, P.A., our experienced divorce attorneys will help you peacefully and strategically dissolve your marriage, so you can achieve the best possible resolution for your situation. You can rely on our skills to facilitate a negotiation process that ultimately keeps you out of court, reduce fees, and get you started on the clean slate you deserve, whether through mediation or litigation.
Contact our law office today at (561) 600-5711 to request a complimentary assessment with a knowledgeable member of our team!