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Mediation is a voluntary process that parties can engage in as an alternative to going to court. Dispute Resolution Group offers several different mediation services to both the individual or law firm.

Pre-Suit Mediation

Court ordered mediation has proven to be a remarkable success. However, the courthouse is so overwhelmed by these matrimonial cases that the success of court ordered mediation brings only marginal relief to crowded dockets. The parties have already been positioned as adversaries and settlements tend to be based upon compromises rather than constructive solutions, which both parties can embrace. Pre-suit mediation offers a true alternative. The public is often unaware of this alternative, where the mediation begins before a court battle could ever begin.

Pro Se Divorce Mediation is cost effective

Pro se divorce mediation is becoming a popular alternative to the Court process, which is expensive, time consuming, emotionally draining and often does not achieve the desired result. It is cheaper to hire one mediator than for the parties to hire two lawyers. A litigated divorce can cost ten times more than parties will spend on mediation. Even cases that settle prior to trial are far more costly, with the parties paying 30 -40% more and generally not achieving a more beneficial settlement than they would have reached at mediation.

Pro Se Divorce Mediation is Less Time Consuming

Many people will be surprised to learn how long the divorce process takes when the Court is involved. Due to the large numbers of divorces filed, parties can wait months for anything to happen. The parties must wait on the judge’s availability and often grow frustrated with the lack of progress and seemingly endless delays. The parties can also get caught up in processes, which are time consuming and expensive.
In the pro se divorce mediation process, the parties can take control by setting their own mediation timetable. Many divorce cases where there are neither significant assets nor children involved can be resolved in one mediation session. Some matters may require additional sessions. However, in pro se divorce mediation, the parties have the ability to work with their own schedules as opposed to being at the mercy of the crowded court system. Please note: mediated divorce agreements tend to be more comprehensive, allow for a more flexible time sharing schedule with children and a lower rate of litigation over issues down the road.