Divorce Mediation Lawyer Stanislaus County, CA

Divorce is stressful. Let the legal team at Attorney Bernie handle the legal aspects of your separation, including negotiating a divorce settlement to shield you from the stress and worry of a trial. Many couples opt for medication instead of an expensive trial, negotiations undertaken outside of court to settle matters such as alimony, child custody and support, and division of marital assets and debts.

Whether you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse were ordered to mediation by the judge or you prefer to handle the matter more discreetly and privately, the guidance and advice of a skilled Stanislaus County, CA, divorce mediation lawyer can help you negotiate a divorce decree that’s fair to you and provides you with the means to face your future with confidence. Contact us for a personalized consultation by filling out our online contact form. We’re compassionate yet tenacious – and we’re ready to fight for you!

What Does A Stanislaus County Divorce Mediation Lawyer Do?

Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), structured negotiations conducted out of court under the supervision of a trained mediator. Each party can be represented by an attorney, someone who can advise them of what is and is not possible under California divorce law and who can represent their interests in the process.

Our divorce mediation attorneys get to know you and your concerns so we can properly advocate for your best interest. We work with you to determine a good, better, and best outcome of mediation, including specifics that you are firm on (such as retaining possession of a home or business or primary custody of minor children). We also explore areas where you can compromise, such as the division of non-real estate marital assets. Then, we develop a strategy to secure the most favorable divorce decree for you.

What To Expect In Divorce Mediation

Mediation begins with an overview of the issues at hand, like child custody, spousal support, and fair division of assets and debts. Each party (the spouses and their respective lawyers) will be in a separate room (or on a separate video connection or phone call) while the mediator goes between the two parties, helping them work towards a compromise.

Some issues can be quite heated; a mediator’s role is to keep the parties separate and focused on the common goal—divorce. A mediator may also make suggestions, helping you and your spouse come up with effective alternatives on some particularly troublesome matters.

Often, the structure of mediation can help reduce angry outbursts and displays of emotion and give you the space and security to negotiate a fair resolution.

Compassionate Legal Advice For Your California Divorce

Do you wish to avoid a stressful trial for your divorce and prefer to negotiate a compromise on contested issues outside the courtroom? Mediation may be your best option for a quicker resolution. An experienced Stanislaus Couty divorce mediation lawyer from our firm can represent your interests in mediation and protect you from the ire of your spouse as you advocate for your rights. We offer consultations in person or online; please contact Attorney Bernie today to schedule yours.