The court system was not designed with relational issues in mind. Court was designed for business and property disputes, disputes that are very black and white. Relationships are rarely black and white. But when relationships began to fall apart, people turned to the court system because thatʼs where disputes were settled.

In recent years, Mediation has become a popular approach to dissolving a marriage in a less adversarial fashion. The idea of battling a divorce out in court gives the illusion one party wins and the other party loses. In mediation, you and your spouse determine the schedule and the issues to be discussed. Because you participate in each decision, you decide what is the best course for the family as you move forward. Mediation enables you to craft a win/win for everyone involved.

Our mediators work to help you craft an agreement that works for you and your family. We work with you to generate and explore options, help you make informed decisions, and reach your own agreement.

Benefits of Divorce Mediation:
Less expensive than litigation

• Private
• Confidential
• On your schedule, not the court's
• Made to fit your family's needs
• Benefits children by reducing conflict

In divorce mediation, a neutral facilitator (mediator):

• Helps people in conflict explore options
• Seeks to improve communication
• Works to find a settlement that works for everyone involved