Overview:

All of our mediations are conducted via Zoom and begin at 10:00 a.m., unless otherwise requested and arranged in advance. While we strive to complete mediation as efficiently as possible, sessions may last several hours depending on the complexity of the issues involved. Mediation sessions conclude at 5:00 p.m., and if additional time is needed, a follow-up session may be scheduled. All parties are expected to come fully prepared, participate meaningfully, and make a good-faith effort to resolve the issues presented.

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Attorney Participation:

You are not required to have an attorney present during mediation. If you do not have an attorney, you are considered self-represented (pro-se). However, if you are represented, all parties and attorneys must agree to both the mediation process and the selected mediator. If you are represented by an attorney but do not wish for them to attend the mediation session, please notify our office in advance.  We encourage you to inform your attorney of the mediation and remain available to consult with them as needed. 

 

Please note:

• If one or both parties are represented by attorneys, mediation scheduling will typically be coordinated through the attorney(s).

• If you are represented by an attorney but do not wish for your attorney to attend the mediation session, please notify our office at the time of scheduling. 

• In pro-se matters, both parties must mutually agree upon a mediation date prior to scheduling. If needed, our office is happy to assist in coordinating available dates. 

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Required Forms:

Once mediation is scheduled, our office will send a confirmation email to all parties containing additional information and required documents including an Agreement to Mediate and a Payment Agreement form. At that time, each party will be asked to review and sign these documents, as well as provide current contact information. A Zoom link and any final instructions will be sent to all parties a few days prior to the mediation session.

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Cost/Fees: 

The mediation fee is $250 per hour, which is typically divided equally between the parties, with each party responsible for $125 per hour unless otherwise agreed. There are no additional administrative fees. However, our office does maintain a cancellation policy requiring at least seven (7) days’ notice to avoid cancellation fees. 

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Drafting:

During mediation, our office will draft a document called a Stipulation. The Stipulation may then be filed with the Court and incorporated into a final Decree of Divorce or other court order. Both parties and their counsel, if present, will have the opportunity to review the document, provide input, and request revisions throughout the drafting process. Once both parties agree to the terms and sign the Stipulation, the agreement becomes effective and may be submitted to the Court.