Divorce mediation is effective for many couples because money matters. Most people would rather invest their resources in their children, their future, and rebuilding their lives than spend years paying attorneys to argue with no guarantee of a better outcome.

Litigation often escalates costs through prolonged communication, motion practice, and trial preparation. Mediation offers a more efficient alternative by focusing on resolution rather than conflict. By working through issues collaboratively and outside of court, couples are often able to resolve their divorce more quickly and at a significantly lower cost.

Mediation is a client-driven process. You are not handing your decisions over to a judge or surrendering control to attorneys who determine strategy without your input. Instead, you set the agenda, and the process moves at a pace appropriate to your circumstances.

My role is to guide discussions, provide structure, and help parties work through the legal and practical issues involved in divorce. The decisions remain yours. This approach allows most clients to reach agreements that reflect their priorities, rather than outcomes imposed by the court system.

Divorce mediation provides a collaborative, less adversarial approach than traditional litigation. This often leads to better communication, reduced conflict, and more durable agreements, particularly where ongoing co-parenting or financial coordination is required.

All mediation sessions are conducted remotely via Zoom, offering flexibility and convenience without sacrificing effectiveness. Clients can participate from their own space, reducing stress and eliminating the need for travel or court appearances. This format allows mediation to fit more naturally into real life while maintaining focus on efficient and respectful resolution.

Mediation is often a good fit for couples who are willing to negotiate, who want to avoid court, and who are able to participate in the process in good faith. It works best when both parties are open to discussing issues such as property division, support, and parenting arrangements with the goal of reaching a mutually acceptable resolution rather than “winning” a dispute.

Mediation may not be appropriate in cases involving ongoing domestic violence, a complete refusal to exchange financial information, or an unwillingness to engage meaningfully in negotiations. In those situations, other legal processes may be more appropriate to ensure fairness and safety.

Some clients choose to consult with independent attorneys for advice or document review during mediation, while others do not. Mediation does not prevent either party from seeking outside legal advice if desired. The mediation process itself is focused on reaching a mutually acceptable agreement without litigation.

1. Initial consultation to review the basics and determine whether mediation is appropriate

2. Confirmation of the appropriate mediation tier based on complexity

3. Scheduling of mediation sessions once both parties are ready to proceed