Benefits of Mediation
In addition to the divorce services we provide, Bernfeld, DeMatteo, and Bernfeld, LLP also offers advisement and representation through any mediation endeavors. You have the option to enter into mediation negotiations at any time during the divorce process.
New York City divorce mediation
Divorce mediation in New York City can be a helpful tool you use to reach common grounds with your soon-to-be ex spouse. During the mediation process, a neutral party will preside over meetings with you, your partner, and your respective lawyers. You can use mediation to arrive at agreements for any elements of your divorce, including the following:
- Distribution of property
- Division of finances
- Spousal support
- Child support
- Child custody and visitation
By utilizing the mediation process, you and your partner can cooperatively work to reach a settlement that is mutually adequate. During negotiations, both sides will have an opportunity to argue their cases and articulate grievances, worries, and desired outcomes. The mediator will help to find solutions that accommodate you and your partner, and most importantly your children (when applicable).
The benefits of divorce mediation in New York City
Mediation can be beneficial for everyone involved in a divorce. For you, mediation can save a significant amount of time and money. Taking divorce cases to court can take a very long time, especially when there are issues such as property division and child custody. Lawyer fees and court fees can build up over time, but successful mediation can help you reach a settlement in a timely fashion.
Divorce mediation can also be incredibly beneficial any child(ren) involved. When you use a mediator, he or she helps you keep the best interests of your children in mind at all times, focusing on your and your partner’s relationships with your children. In addition, from the perspective of the children, seeing their parents deal with their divorce cooperatively can help them to deal with the emotional effects of divorce.
Kids caught up in nasty court battles and problems at home can suffer depression, anxiety, and dropping grades. But when they do not feel that type of strain between their parents, your children may be able to deal better with the changes at home.
Consider mediation today
Divorce mediation can be helpful to any couple, both financially and emotionally. At Bernfeld, DeMatteo and Bernfeld, we can offer representation during your mediation proceedings and help you reach a desirable settlement. Contact us today for more information.
