Providing Divorce Mediation Services Throughout California
Legally, a divorce, legal separation, or paternity action begins with the filing of a petition. The petition is personally served on the other party. The other party then has an opportunity to respond by filing a response. However, if you choose to mediate, you might agree not to file the petition immediately or you the mediator can assist you in filing these papers. You might only schedule your first mediation appointment and proceed from there.
Each case is unique, but generally, all issues fall into three categories: property division, custody, and support (child and spousal). Within these categories, is a breadth of issues which a mediator can help you spot and work through to bring your case to a resolution.
In mediation, your case will be done once you and the other party have agreed on all issues and memorialized it in an agreement, known as a judgment. Keep in mind, in California, you have to wait 6 months before you can be divorced. The 6-month waiting period only affects your marital status, and does not impact how soon you can settle your case. This can happen at any time.
At Families First Mediation, we understand that navigating the complexities of mediation and divorce can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our compassionate and experienced mediators are dedicated to helping you reach a fair and amicable agreement. We strive to create a supportive environment where both parties feel heard and respected.
Contact us (408) 357-3486) today to learn more about how Families First Mediation can assist you in achieving a smooth and stress-free resolution. Let us help you put your family’s needs first and find a path forward with clarity and confidence. Reach out now, and take the first step towards a brighter future.
Families First Mediation is a pioneer in the field of divorce mediation. Our entire divorce mediation team takes great pride in being active trainers, divorce mediators and teachers of mediation in the greater California area. If you are considering a collaborative divorce, legal seperation or looking for a san jose divorce lawyer we have services that may be beneficial to you. Take advantage of our vast expertise and background in the field of divorce mediation and our genuine desire to help with your divorce mediation services.
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