You’ll have a fair agreement that both of you helped create. No judge making decisions about your family from a bench. No public records of your private business.
Your settlement reflects what actually matters to your situation. The kids’ schedules work for real life, not some cookie-cutter arrangement. Financial decisions make sense for your family’s needs.
You’ll save months of court dates and thousands in legal fees. More importantly, you’ll preserve the ability to communicate civilly moving forward.
We’ve been helping Orange County families navigate divorce without courtroom battles. We understand the unique challenges facing Washington Square residents, from managing dual-household expenses in this market to creating custody arrangements that work with local schools and communities.
Our mediators are trained family law professionals who maintain strict neutrality while guiding productive conversations. We’ve seen what works and what doesn’t in Orange County divorces.
Every mediation takes place in a confidential, controlled environment where both parties can be heard and respected.
First, we meet with both of you to explain the process and identify the key issues that need resolution. This includes property division, custody arrangements, support obligations, and any other concerns specific to your situation.
Then we facilitate structured discussions where you work through each issue methodically. We help you communicate effectively and explore options you might not have considered. The goal is reaching agreements that both of you can live with.
Once you’ve reached terms on all issues, we prepare the formal settlement agreement. This becomes your binding divorce judgment once filed with the court. You never set foot in a courtroom, but the agreement has full legal force.
Ready to get started?
Our flat-fee mediation covers all aspects of your divorce resolution. Property division, child custody and visitation schedules, spousal support, child support calculations, and any modifications needed down the road.
Washington Square families often deal with complex financial situations given the area’s diverse income levels. We help you navigate asset division that makes sense for your circumstances, whether that’s a modest household budget or more substantial holdings.
We also handle all the paperwork and court filings. Our transparent pricing means no surprise bills or hourly charges that spiral out of control. You know exactly what this process will cost from day one.
Traditional divorce litigation in Orange County averages over $8,000 per person and can reach $15,000-$30,000 total when contested. Our mediation services start at a flat fee of $4,000 for the complete process.
The savings come from avoiding lengthy court battles, multiple attorney meetings, and drawn-out discovery processes. Instead of paying lawyers to fight each other, you’re investing in a structured process designed to reach resolution efficiently.
Most mediated divorces resolve in 3-6 months versus 12-19 months for litigated cases. Time is money, but it’s also peace of mind.
Mediation is specifically designed for couples who disagree. If you agreed on everything, you wouldn’t need our help. The key is both parties being willing to engage in good-faith discussions.
Our mediators are trained to handle high-conflict situations and help you find middle ground. We’ve successfully mediated cases involving complex custody disputes, significant asset division disagreements, and spousal support conflicts.
The process only fails when one party refuses to participate honestly or tries to use mediation to delay the inevitable. As long as both people want to reach resolution, mediation can work even when starting positions seem incompatible.
Life changes, and good agreements account for that. We help you build flexibility into your settlement from the start, anticipating common changes like job relocations, income fluctuations, or children’s evolving needs.
When modifications are needed, post-judgment mediation is far more efficient than going back to court. We can help you negotiate changes to custody schedules, support amounts, or other terms through the same collaborative process.
The goal is creating agreements that work for your family long-term, not just solving today’s problems. This prevents costly court battles down the road when adjustments become necessary.
Professional mediators are bound by strict neutrality requirements. We don’t represent either party and have no stake in the outcome beyond helping you reach a fair resolution.
Our job is facilitating communication and ensuring both voices are heard equally. If we detect power imbalances or one party trying to dominate the process, we have techniques to level the playing field.
You can also consult with independent attorneys throughout the process if you need legal advice. We provide process guidance, not legal representation. This separation ensures fairness while keeping costs manageable.
Yes, mediation conversations are legally privileged and confidential. Nothing said during sessions can be used against either party if mediation fails and you end up in court later.
This confidentiality encourages honest discussion and creative problem-solving. You can explore options and express concerns without worrying about creating ammunition for future litigation.
The only exception is the final settlement agreement, which becomes a public court document once filed. But the negotiations, discussions, and alternative proposals you considered remain private forever.
Most mediated divorces in Orange County resolve within 3-4 months from start to finish. This includes preparation time, mediation sessions, drafting agreements, and court filing.
Complex cases with significant assets or difficult custody issues might take longer, but rarely exceed 6 months. Simple cases with cooperative parties can sometimes resolve in just a few sessions over 6-8 weeks.
The timeline depends largely on how quickly you can gather necessary financial documents and how many sessions you need to work through disagreements. Unlike court schedules that depend on judge availability, mediation moves at your pace.
Local Resources
Useful Links
Here are some lawyer-related links:
Company
