You’re not just saving money—though you’ll save thousands compared to litigation. You’re preserving relationships that matter, especially when children are involved. You maintain control over decisions instead of leaving them to a judge who barely knows your situation.
Your divorce gets resolved in months, not years. You avoid the public spectacle of court proceedings and keep your private matters confidential. Most importantly, you and your spouse learn to communicate better, which pays dividends if you’re co-parenting.
The agreements you reach through mediation tend to stick because both parties helped create them. No one feels steamrolled or bitter about outcomes they had no say in shaping.
We’ve been serving Orange County families with a different approach to divorce—one that prioritizes dignity over drama and collaboration over conflict. We understand that every family’s situation is unique, especially here in Marlboro where community relationships matter.
We’re not just mediators; we’re family law professionals who’ve seen what happens when divorces spiral out of control. That’s exactly why we focus on keeping things civil, efficient, and fair for everyone involved.
Our flat-fee pricing means no surprises, no mounting hourly charges, and no financial anxiety while you’re already dealing with enough stress.
First, we meet for an initial consultation where we explain the process and discuss your specific situation. No pressure, no sales pitch—just honest answers about whether mediation makes sense for your case.
If you decide to move forward, we schedule joint sessions where both spouses work together with our mediator. We tackle one issue at a time—custody, support, property division—helping you find solutions that work for your family’s unique circumstances.
Throughout the process, you maintain control. We facilitate discussions and offer guidance, but the decisions remain yours. Once agreements are reached, we help draft legally sound documentation that protects both parties and can be filed with the court.
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Our comprehensive mediation covers all aspects of divorce: child custody and visitation, spousal support, property division, and debt allocation. We also handle post-judgment modifications when circumstances change after your divorce is final.
Here in Orange County, we understand the local court system and California’s specific divorce laws. This knowledge helps us guide you toward agreements that courts will readily approve, avoiding delays and complications.
We offer both in-person sessions at convenient locations and virtual mediation for busy schedules. Evening and weekend appointments are available because we know divorce doesn’t happen on a 9-to-5 timeline.
Everything discussed in mediation remains confidential. Unlike court proceedings that become public record, your private matters stay private throughout our process.
Mediation typically costs between $3,000 to $7,000 total for both spouses combined, while traditional litigation can cost $15,000 to $30,000 per spouse. The difference comes down to efficiency and shared resources.
In litigation, each spouse hires their own attorney at $300-$600 per hour, plus court costs, filing fees, and potential expert witness fees. The process can drag on for 12-19 months with multiple court appearances. With mediation, you share the cost of one neutral mediator and typically resolve everything within 3-6 months.
Our flat-fee structure means you know exactly what you’ll pay upfront—no surprise bills or escalating hourly charges that can quickly spiral out of control.
We handle all aspects of divorce and family disputes: child custody and visitation schedules, child support calculations, spousal support determinations, division of property and assets, debt allocation, and even post-divorce modifications when circumstances change.
Mediation works particularly well for couples who can communicate civilly and want to maintain some control over their outcomes. It’s ideal when both parties recognize that an amicable solution benefits everyone, especially children.
However, mediation isn’t appropriate in cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, or situations where one spouse is hiding assets or being deliberately uncooperative. We’ll assess your situation honestly during the initial consultation.
Most mediation cases resolve within 2-4 months, compared to 12-19 months for litigated divorces. The timeline depends on complexity of assets, cooperation between spouses, and scheduling availability.
Simple cases with few assets and mutual agreement on major issues might resolve in 2-3 sessions over 6-8 weeks. More complex situations involving businesses, multiple properties, or detailed custody arrangements may take 3-4 months.
The key advantage is flexibility. We can schedule sessions around your work and family commitments, including evenings and weekends. You’re not waiting for court dates or working around two attorneys’ busy schedules.
Yes, properly drafted mediation agreements are legally binding and courts routinely approve them. We ensure all agreements comply with California family law requirements and include all necessary provisions for court approval.
Once you reach agreement on all issues, we draft a comprehensive settlement agreement that becomes part of your divorce decree. This document has the same legal weight as any court-ordered judgment.
The advantage is that you created these terms together rather than having them imposed by a judge. Studies show that couples are more likely to comply with agreements they helped negotiate, reducing future conflicts and the need for enforcement actions.
If mediation doesn’t resolve all issues, you haven’t lost anything. Everything discussed remains confidential and can’t be used against either party in court. You can still pursue litigation for unresolved matters while keeping agreements on issues where you did find common ground.
Sometimes couples resolve 80-90% of their issues through mediation and only need court intervention on one or two specific points. This hybrid approach still saves significant time and money compared to full litigation.
We also offer follow-up sessions if couples want to revisit issues after taking some time to think. Many times, a brief cooling-off period helps parties find solutions that weren’t apparent initially.
Absolutely. Many couples consult with individual attorneys for legal advice while participating in mediation. This “mediation-friendly” approach gives you the benefit of legal guidance while maintaining the collaborative mediation process.
Your attorneys can review any proposed agreements before you sign them, ensuring your interests are protected. Some attorneys even attend mediation sessions if both parties agree, though this isn’t typically necessary.
The key is choosing attorneys who support the mediation process rather than those who prefer adversarial approaches. We can recommend mediation-friendly lawyers in the Orange County area if you need referrals.
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