Sunday, May 12, 2013

The Timing of Divorce Mediation

A divorcing couple can engage in Divorce Mediation in Massachusetts at any time during their divorce. The parties may agree to meet with a mediator prior to even consulting with an attorney. It may be helpful for a divorcing couple to sit down with a mediator and discuss the issues that may come up during the divorce process. If the parties agree to meet with a mediator before meeting with an attorney, they may be able to provide their attorney with important information that they learn during the mediation.

The parties may also agree to utilize Divorce Mediation after consulting with their attorneys. Some parties feel it is important to speak with an attorney so that they can learn about their rights before attending a mediation session.

The parties may also choose to participate in the mediation process after they have filed for divorce. Once a Complaint for Divorce is filed, and the parties make their first court appearance, they may realize that they would rather resolve their divorce together instead of having a judge make decisions for them.

Finally, the parties may choose to seek the services of a mediator after their divorce has been finalized in order to resolve post divorce issues. Many issues arise after a divorce has been filed, especially when young children are involved. Rather than returning to court and having a judge decide their case, the parties may agree to resolve their issues in mediation.

Feel free to contact Attorney Gomes if you have any questions about the timing of Divorce Mediation.

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