Why Choose Divorce Mediation?

Hire a Divorce Mediator when your lawyers want to keep fighting

The problem of adversarial divorce

Too often family law attorneys drive up legal fees unnecessarily by inciting more win-lose, adversarial dynamics in divorce cases – – even when the parties either want to reconcile or work out their conflict in cooperative ways. In fact, that their code of ethics: they have an ethical duty to provide zealous advocacy, to do whatever it takes to “win.” However, in family law, this sort of adversarial “winning” comes at huge costs. These include the situation of not being able to co-parent effectively; billing of massive legal fees; long-term restraining orders; social upheaval for the people the couple knows; and the preclusion of any kind of cooperation before, during, and after a divorce is settled. In addition, you lose control over the disposition of your case, and give it to judges and lawyers.

High-level mediation can solve your problem

If your divorce is totally in the ditch because of greedy, out of control, high-conflict attorneys, you may consider effective intervention by a professional mediation firm with training in game theory strategy, psychology and psychoanalysis, the finances and taxation of divorce, and a depth of mediation and negotiating techniques. A good mediation firm can troubleshoot this intractable, expensive situation, analyze solutions and remedies, and help you transform such a case into an effective, mediated, less expensive divorce. Such intervention is stressful because the attorneys will not want to give up their cases, but it is your choice and your legal right to fire them, and get your case done right.

Why BCS is the Best Choice

Negotiation is a full-service firm, and we can handle all aspects of your divorce, draft a good settlement agreement, and complete all necessary court documentation to finish your case – – quickly and efficiently. If you are such a couple that has been caught in the vice grip of adversarial and intractable dynamics, you can fix your problem by calling our firm. One of our experienced mediators will give you free, confidential consultation to show you how BCS Mediation can help you take your case out of an adversarial paradigm, and transform it into a solvable, cooperative, workable mediation, even if you no longer trust or like your spouse.

What is divorce mediation?

Divorce mediation can be used when two or more parties have disagreements about their divorce settlement. Instead, of choosing protracted litigation the parties choose cooperative mediation to resolve their disagreement.

What are the dynamics of mediation?

The conflict partners commit to a win-win, cooperative process in which each party feels heard, and that their interests are respected.

Are attorneys involved?

Sometimes, parties will also hire consulting attorneys, who step back during the mediation process. In many cases, no representing or litigating attorneys are involved, which creates a less adversarial mediation process.

Does the mediation team do any research?

Sometimes, for complex issues, mediators will do legal, financial or other research to insure a fair outcome.

How do the meetings take place if stakeholders live in different cities, states, or countries?

Mediation meetings can occur through online, Internet services such as Zoom, Skype, Go to Meeting for convenience.

Is divorce mediation legally binding?

When the parties have a signed, written contract, called a marital settlement agreement, it becomes legally binding when filed with the court

What happens if mediation does not work?

The parties always have the option to hire legal counsel if they cannot work out their conflict in mediation.

Does mediation work?

If two or more parties are committed to working out a resolution; if they understand and appreciate the other party’s interests; and if they are willing to seek new creative options they might not have considered before, mediation is often the best type of conflict resolution design.

Is mediation expensive?

Mediation is often much less expensive than litigation because there are no lawyers and judge involved. There are no court hearings, no court calendar, which can lead to a much more streamlined, efficient process.

Does divorce mediation address accounting and tax issues?

Yes. Tax, accounting, and financial issues can be at the core of divorce disagreements.

What is divorce conflict coaching?

Divorce coaching often centers around parenting plans especially when there is high conflict between the spouses, or there are complex circumstances that are difficult to resolve. Coaching keeps co-parents on track with their agreements and helps look for creative solutions.

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