What is Mediation?

Mediation is a dispute resolution process led by a neutral third-party who helps a couple explore their wants and needs, develop mutual understanding, and come to an agreement to settle their case.

Get your agreement and get on with your life.

Mediation is neutral.  While our mediators are attorneys, when mediating a case we do not represent either party. Instead, we act as a neutral. That means our job is not to make sure one person gets a good deal; instead, we help both parties look for a compromise and move closer toward settlement.

Mediation is flexible. When you choose to mediate, you take control of your case, giving you the ability to make tailored agreements that suit the needs of your family.

Mediation is cooperative. When you agree to mediate, you agree that all aspects of the decision-making process will be done together, as a couple. All communications between the mediator and the couple will be shared and all agreements will be made together, after each party has an opportunity to air their individual needs and concerns to the mediator.

Mediation is client-centered. While we might make suggestions or bring up things that have not been considered, we let our clients lead the discussion. Our goal is to make sure both parties’ priorities are heard and understood as they work towards settlement. We will create a structure, enforce certain guidelines, and will keep the goal of settlement in mind, it is up to the parties to decide what agreements are made - or not.

Mediation includes a written agreement. Once you reach a decision, we write an agreement for you. If you choose, we can also ensure you have everything needed to get your case finished and approved by the court.

Mediation is affordable. Because the parties work together with a neutral, they only have to pay one attorney, and for a lot less time than a typical adversarial divorce.

Mediation is fast. While you still have to wait for the mandatory six-month waiting period, you don’t have to wait for a court hearing or spend endless hours preparing court documents - you just sit down and work it out. When you’re done, you can choose to file the agreement yourself or hire us to finish the process for you.

Mediation is the right choice. No matter what led to the end of your marriage, you can make the decision to start the next step of your life with cooperation and understanding.

Can’t agree to mediate? See what other options Cordial has to offer.

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