MediatioN Lawyer

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Divorce or other family law disputes can be painful to work through, fraught with emotional pain and arguments. With mediation, this does not always have to be the case. Our highly trained mediator can help you use powerful alternative dispute resolution tools to address unresolved issues—without a court date. At Marmolejo Law, APC, we can help you reach a compromise, save time, and even save money.

How Does Mediation Work?

A mediator is a third-party, trained professional who can moderate discussions and intervene when necessary. They ensure each party has a chance to speak without interruption, and can ask clarifying questions to get to the source of the dispute. A mediator is neutral and doesn’t work for either party, but rather with both parties. They cannot give advice to either party, but instead gently lead them through the process of freely exchanging information and formulating solutions on their own.

Mediation is a flexible and confidential way to come to an agreement about the terms of your divorce, child support and custody, property division, spousal support, and any other issues that need to be resolved before your case can be finalized. Mediation is completely voluntary and can last as long as is necessary to resolve your disputes.

Benefits of Mediation

Litigation can take a significant amount of financial resources to pay for legal representation, court costs, and other expenses associated with resolving your family law case in court. At the end of the court proceedings, what the judge orders will be the final say, whether or not you like the answer. Litigation is often very stressful for everyone involved since there is little control over the outcome of your case. You also are tied to the court’s schedule, which means your case may drag out for weeks or months.

Mediation, on the other hand, gives you far more control over the outcome of your case. The process generally costs significantly less than litigation, as you are only paying for the mediator’s services. Because of the flexible nature of mediation, you can also resolve your issues on your schedule, which can help reduce the amount of stress and financial strain felt by families. Mediation is also a hands-on approach to family law disputes, which allows the involved parties to have far more control.

Speak with Our Certified Mediator Today

At Marmolejo Law, APC, we are committed to helping you through the difficult process of your family law case. Our experienced family law attorney, Diane Marmolejo, is a certified mediator who was trained by world-renowned mediator, Woody Mosten. She has the experience and compassion to help you find mutually agreeable solutions to your disputes. Learn more about our mediation services and see how our attorney may be able to help you.