Godfrey, IL Family Mediation Explained

Divorce is difficult for everyone. Many important decisions must be made, and the parties may not always agree. The most practical way to resolve issues and come to an amicable agreement is to use a family lawyer for divorce mediation. There are several reasons why family mediation in Godfrey, IL, makes sense.

Cost-Effective

Mediation costs just a fraction of what you’ll pay if you go to court. In many cases, we can successfully help both parties reach an agreement that satisfies everyone with just one or two sessions. Once the issues have been resolved and both parties are in agreement, the divorce can proceed.

Less Stressful

Mediation costs just a fraction of what you’ll pay if you go to court. In many cases, we can successfully help both parties reach an agreement that satisfies everyone with just one or two sessions. Once the issues have been resolved and both parties are in agreement, the divorce can proceed.

Convenient

Dealing with divorce is stressful enough, but because mediation is convenient, it helps to ease the burden that both parties are facing. You can schedule your mediation sessions when it’s convenient for you. Each party will have its own mediation room as well as a place to come together for meetings. When going to court, you have no control over when you’ll need to attend. This means you will need to rearrange your schedule and ensure you are available when your court date arrives.

Prompt Resolution

When both parties are amicable and can reach some form of agreement, family mediation is the best route to take. Not only do you have control over the outcome, but the parties can often reach a resolution much quicker than it would take with litigation. Some couples who are going through a contested divorce can spend many years fighting in court. Mediation will give you and the other party the tools and time necessary to come to an agreement that you’ll both be satisfied with.
If you’re considering divorce and need a family lawyer to guide you through the process of divorce mediation, then look no further than the law offices of Michael J. Diaz. We have the experience and legal expertise to help you reach a successful outcome.