San Fernando & Santa Clarita Valley Divorce Mediation Lawyers
The Divorce Mediation Process in California
Because divorce mediation is a process that focuses on resolution rather than opposition, the parties involved most often find that they are happier with the results. In a court case, the spouses are fighting against one another to try to get a ruling in their favor. Once the judge makes a ruling, the spouses will need to accept that as the terms of their divorce. In the mediation process, however, the spouses work together and try to create divorce terms that they both agree upon. These terms are usually more flexible and creative than those reached in family court. It is important to work with a lawyer experienced in divorce mediation in order to help ensure that your rights and interests are protected.
The California divorce mediation process involves resolving a number of serious issues, including:
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Spousal Support
- Visitation
- Property Division
The parties will choose a divorce mediator to oversee the process. The mediator will be a neutral third party who will assist both parties in coming to an agreement about all of the above issues, while working to help ensure that the agreements made are in the best interests of any children involved. The mediation process itself will usually consist of multiple sessions. During each session the mediator will take detailed notes regarding particular agreements that are reached. Upon reaching agreements on all of the necessary topics, a written agreement will be drawn up to solidify and legalize the divorce terms. Once this document is signed, it will be sent to the court for approval by a judge. This will conclude the mediation process and the terms of the agreement can then be enforced.
Consult a Burbank, Encino or Westlake Village Divorce Mediation Attorney
The mediation process can be complex, and it is important that you work with an attorney and a mediator who are experienced and can truly assist you in creating workable divorce terms that will benefit you and your children in the long run. A San Fernando & Santa Clarita Valley divorce mediation attorney at Cutter & Lax can assist you by offering you a free case evaluation to discuss your matter. We represent clients throughout Burbank, Encino, Glendale, Van Nuys, Woodland Hills, Sherman Oaks, Westlake Village, and the surrounding areas in the San Fernando & Santa Clarita Valley.
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