Larose Law offers comprehensive divorce mediation services to couples and other parties involved in family law disputes. Attorney Jonathan D. Larose also represents clients during the mediation or arbitration process.
Family law mediation is a method of resolving disputes without going to family court. A person with special training in mediation acts to facilitate agreements between spouses or other parties to a family dispute. The mediator works for both persons, not for one. If the mediation breaks down, the mediator cannot then work for either person absent agreement.
To learn more about family law mediation, call 1-866-585-6314 or 510-659-6300 or contact us online to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer and mediator. We provide divorce mediation services in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, all along the Interstate 680 corridor, and from Fremont and Hayward to Pleasanton, Walnut Creek and Martinez.
Divorce mediation works for couples who firmly believe the family law issues between them can be resolved via concerted informal efforts. In mediation, disputes over property division and other divorce-related issues are resolved through negotiation instead of litigation.
Is Divorce Mediation Right for You?
Successful mediation demands a strong, experienced mediator and parties who are willing to compromise. Divorce mediation also requires that the parties act in good faith. If there is a history of dishonesty, hostility or violence, the parties are probably not good candidates for divorce mediation. The parties must have a sincere interest in maintaining a positive relationship after settlement instead of never wanting to see or hear from the other person again.
When mediating issues related to child custody, visitation, or child support, the parents should be committed to rising above petty concerns and willing to do what is in the best interests of their children.
In mediation, we prepare all court documents with and for each party. We do all court filings. We issue subpoenas if necessary. We act as middle-persons in negotiations. Based on our experience in family law, we can educate and inform mediation clients about the law in California, make predictions on what a court would or could do, and suggest creative alternatives to resolving disagreements. We are at some times, firm, and at other times, compassionate.
If you think mediation may be right for you, contact us. We can discuss the advantages and potential drawbacks of mediation in your free initial consultation.
