What is Divorce Mediation?
A neutral mediator helps couples negotiate terms without lawyers or judges
"Saves 60-70% costs vs. litigation."
1. Joint Sessions → Discuss priorities.
Private Caucuses → Mediator shuttles offers
1. Agreement Drafted → Legally binding once signed. Visual: Flowchart graphic.
Mediation: 3,000–3,000–7,000 total.
Court Divorce: 15,000–15,000–30,000+.
Visual: $100 bills burning (court) vs. stacked neatly (mediation).
Mediation: 3–6 months | Court: 1–3 years
Visual: Calendar flipping fast vs. snail pace.
Spoiler: It works! Here’s how
70–80% of mediation cases reach full agreement!" (Harvard Law data).
Why? Less adversarial → More compromise.
left: stressful courtroom; right: calm mediation table
You communicate decently.
Want privacy (no public records).
Avoid if: Domestic violence exists.
Sarah & Jake split amicably, saved $20K
co-parent better thanks to mediation.
Visual: Smiling ex-couple (stock photo).
1. Google "certified divorce mediator near me.”
1. Check reviews/credentials.
1. Free consult? Yes!