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Divorce Mediation From A Carlsbad Divorce Lawyer As An Alternative To Litigation

In a traditional, litigated divorce, couples submit their issues to a judge for final decisions. This process is often time-consuming, expensive and contentious. Litigation also requires both parties to comply with California divorce laws, with little room for variance.

Furthermore, litigation happens in a public courtroom and the entire process is open to spectators. It’s no wonder, given all these facts, that more and more couples are now choosing to settle things in private.

At Burke & Domercq, APC, we have experience using divorce mediation to help couples end their marriages efficiently and confidentially.

Understanding The Divorce Mediation Process

Divorce mediation, in short, is where couples work together to break up. This process is designed to help couples settle important matters in a swifter, more efficient manner than litigation. In California, the divorce mediation process is confidential.

Like litigation, people are often represented in divorce mediation by a lawyer. Unlike litigation, however, a judge does not preside over divorce mediation; in their place is a divorce mediator.

The Role Of The Divorce Mediator

The job of a divorce mediator is to act as a neutral third party who oversees discussions between spouses and keeps the process moving forward in a civil manner. An experienced and successful divorce mediator is patient, neutral and attentive to what both sides have to say. The parties participating in divorce mediation control the outcome; the divorce mediator helps them reach viable solutions that they both agree to.

The Benefits Of Divorce Mediation

When couples can work together to end their marriage, they may find divorce mediation offers them many benefits over litigation. Unlike litigation, divorce mediation is:

  • Affordable
  • Confidential
  • Efficient
  • Flexible

Furthermore, working with a divorce mediator is often a calmer, more pleasant experience than having important issues decided in court. Divorce mediation can make it easier, too, for parties to get closure and move forward into the next chapter of their lives.

How Our Carlsbad Family Lawyers’ Practice Works

At Burke & Domercq, APC, we have mediated divorces successfully for many years. With our extensive experience, we have the ability to help parties work toward mutually beneficial outcomes. We have assisted clients in reaching agreements on:

As divorce mediators, we believe in full disclosure and informed and balanced compromise. We guide participants toward solutions consistent with their needs.

Divorce Mediation Fees

Our divorce mediation services are billed at an hourly rate. Clients will pay for the time actually expended at the end of each session.

Contact An Experienced Carlsbad Divorce Attorney About Mediation

If you are looking for an attorney with divorce mediation experience, we invite you to contact us online or call 760-389-3927 to schedule an appointment.