What is Divorce Mediation?

Have you and your spouse decided to file for divorce? If so you, you may want to consider mediation as an alternative to divorce.

During mediation, the parties in a divorce meet with a mediator whose job it is to assist them in reaching decisions regarding child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, etc.  However, instead of telling the parties how they should settle their divorce, the mediator helps the parties work together to reach mutual decisions, so ultimately the control is still left in the hands of you and your spouse.

Benefits of Mediation

There are several benefits of resolving a divorce through mediation as opposed to litigation, such as:

• Mediation gives you and your spouse the control and power to define the terms of your divorce, rather than the court
• Mediation tends to produce less conflict.  When both parties are willing to work together to resolve their divorce amicably, there is less chance that fighting or arguing will occur
• Mediation tends to be less emotionally taxing than litigation
• Mediation helps foster positive communication  and makes it easier for you and your spouse to reach decisions you both are satisfied with
• Mediation is less expensive than litigation
• It usually takes less time to resolve a divorce through mediation than through litigation.

Filing for Divorce in Riverside or San Bernardino?

If you have decided to file for divorce, it’s in your best interest to try to resolve your divorce through mediation.  If mediation proves to be ineffective, I can help you bring your case to trial.  As an experienced Riverside divorce attorney, I have handled countless divorce cases, and can provide you with any advice, guidance, or resources you may need during the mediation or litigation process.  My number one priority is helping my clients resolve their divorces in way that meets their satisfactions and protects their best interests.

To learn more about the divorce services offered at my firm, please contact the Law Office of Michael R. Young today!