Mediation? Litigation? What is the Difference?

If you have reached the point in your marriage where you no longer wish to try and make your marriage work, thinking about taking the next step, divorcing, can be overwhelming. What should you do next? Thoughts of court battles, dueling attorneys and crippling attorney fees can be paralyzing. You may not be aware of a gentler, often faster and less expensive way to reach the terms of your divorce - mediation.

Divorce mediation is a process where a neutral third party, the mediator, helps you and your spouse reach an agreement on the terms of your divorce. The mediator does not make decisions for you but rather facilitates communication and negotiation between you and your spouse. The goal of mediation is to reach a mutually acceptable agreement that meets the needs and interests of you both, and if applicable, your children.

The more traditionally known divorce process is litigation. In this process, you and your spouse each hire your own attorney to represent you in court. Litigation is an adversarial process where you each fight for your own interests. The judge makes the final decision on the terms of the divorce, including property division, child custody, and support. Litigation can be a lengthy and expensive process, and the outcome is often unpredictable.

If you would like to learn more about mediation and the services I provide, please call 630-442-0029 or schedule a free consultation here: https://www.phbdivorcesupportservices.com/mediation-book-now

Mediation? Litigation? What is the Difference?