New Jersey Divorce Mediation

Free consultation in New Jersey Divorce Mediation

Some law firms in this state provide a free consultation for divorcing couples which lasts for half an hour. This consultation has the following characteristics –

• The mediator provides information about the process of mediation
• This is a chance for the divorcing couples to ask questions to the mediator
• This time can be used by the divorcing couples to assess the mediator
• The mediator makes use of this opportunity to estimate if the divorcing couple is prepared for the mediation

Divorce and Family issues discussed during New Jersey Divorce Mediation

• Pre-marital agreements
• Stepfamily issues
• Post-divorce conflicts
• Separation and divorce issues
• Parenting issues
• Parent-teen problems

Is there any restriction when to begin mediation?

It sometimes happens that the divorcing couple hires lawyers for their lawsuit and in course of time they are frustrated as the litigation is taking too long and the expenses are too much. At some point of time, they feel they should opt for mediation, but it is too late to start mediation. However, it must be kept in mind that it is never too late for mediation. At any stage prior to the completion of the divorce, it is beneficial for the divorcing couple to solve their conflicting issues by mediation rather than through lawyers. The couple has to just instruct their lawyers to stop work and choose an apt mediator.

Is anger a hurdle to successful mediation?

Although, there might be considerable anger amongst the divorcing couple, still there is a possibility that the mediation would be successful. The reason is that the mediators are given training how to make the parties concentrate on solutions for the future rather than discuss past events. If the divorcing couple puts their anger aside during the mediation session and accedes to the fact that if they can reach a solution voluntarily then that is more beneficial for them rather than the adversarial process, then the mediation would be a success.

Time needed for mediation

The average time essential for mediation process is from 8 to 15 hours. However, this alters depending on the complexity of financial and parenting issues and the commitment of the divorcing parties to the procedure.

What if your lawyer does not advise mediation?

As lawyers are likely to lose the legal fees of litigation, they generally do not recommend mediation. In such a scenario, the divorcing couple should ask the following questions to such a lawyer and then make a self decision regarding mediation.

• Why mediation should not be opted for to resolve the disputes?
• In case I opt for mediation, will I still be able to use your services for legal advice during mediation and for reviewing the final agreement? If your reply is no, what is the reason for that?
• How many months would the following processes take?
  • Trial
  • Your services rather than mediation
  • Your services as well as mediation

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