Category Archives: Mediation
Preparing to Mediate a Child Custody Dispute in Florida? Five Tips to Help You Prepare
For parents of young kids who are separated, divorced, or will be in the near future, working out a custody agreement can be challenging. Mediation can be a great tool for parents to find a solution in a low-conflict atmosphere. To get the most out of mediation, you need to be well-prepared. At the… Read More »
Can a Court in Florida Require Divorce Mediation?
Are you preparing for a divorce in Florida? You probably have a lot of questions about what you can expect from the process. A common question: Are we required to try mediation for our divorce? While Florida law technically does not require mediation, Pinellas County has a standing order in place that requires most… Read More »
Is a Divorce Mediation Agreement Enforceable in Florida?
Mediation can be a great option to resolve your divorce without a big fight. Under Florida law (Florida Statutes § 44.102), mediation is defined as “an informal and non adversarial process with the objective of helping the disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable and voluntary agreement.” When a successful resolution is reached, mediation ends… Read More »
How To Choose The Right Family Law Mediator In Florida
Whether you are going through a divorce, a custody battle, or any other family law matter, it is never easy. These are highly sensitive cases. Emotions can run high. At the same time, few people want to end up in a nasty or difficult fight. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that… Read More »
Can Mediation Still Work In A High-Conflict Divorce?
Divorce is relatively common. Nearly half of all marriages in Florida will eventually end in a separation. Most people going through a divorce want to find a way to achieve a low-conflict, cost effective solution. Mediation is a legal process designed to help the parties involved find an equitable, practical, and mutually-agreeable settlement. This… Read More »
Why Family Mediation Is Often An Effective Way To Resolve Child Custody Disputes
For parents, going through a disagreement over child custody or child visitation can be deeply stressful. You want to do what is right for yourself and your child—but working out an agreement is not always so easy. Family mediation may provide the best solution. In this blog post, our Clearwater divorce mediation attorney explains… Read More »
Four Reasons Why Divorce Mediation Can Be A Useful Tool For Separating Parents
Are you a parent of a young child preparing for a divorce in Florida? If so, it is normal to feel stressed out by the process. Divorce is emotionally and logistically complicated. For parents, divorce mediation can be a useful tool to help them resolve their issues in a reasonable, low conflict manner with… Read More »
What Can I Expect at a Divorce Mediation?
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that can be especially effective in the family law setting, including in divorce cases. As explained by the Florida Courts, the mediation process is designed to get both sides in the same room, talking to each other in a productive manner and working together with the… Read More »
Four Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Florida Family Law Mediation
Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that can help family members work out their issues in a informal venue outside of a traditional courtroom. As explained by the Florida Courts, mediation is “voluntary” and “confidential” — the process is set up to help parties reach a mutually agreeable settlement. If you… Read More »
How to Overcome an Impasse in Divorce Mediation
We all know how divorce is portrayed in popular media: it is a difficult, fiercely contested battle of opposing interests that can get dragged out for years and that leaves everyone with hurt feelings. The reality is far different. While ending a marriage is always challenging, not every divorce has to turn into a… Read More »
