Mediation as a resolution for your separation or divorce
Mediation is a structured, iterative process.
A trained, impartial third party assists two or more people in resolving conflict through open communication and negotiation. This allows participants to better understand each others needs, rights and interests. The focus is constructive discussion to help the parties find their optimal solution.
Family mediation is highly effective in positively managing:
- Blended families
- Cohabitation agreements
- Pre / post nuptial agreements
- Co-parenting
To learn more about us, our process and to assist in determining which service or package will be optimal for you, we encourage you to take advantage of our free 20 minute information consultation
“Separation and divorce should not be more costly than the wedding. Ultimately it’s the children who pay. Lawyers and law firms don’t always see it that way. Modern Divorce is the wiser place to start. They are expert, efficient and focused on what matters most for all concerned. Unless you’re LOOKING for a fight. Then go straight to a law firm. You will get all the fight you can afford, and probably MORE than you can afford. You won’t be better off, but the lawyers will do real well.” – GLO
Unbundled mediation services
We offer flexible, unbundled mediation services on an hourly fee of $300 which allows you to customize your experience based on the level of support desired. This allows you full control on the pacing and cost of involvement.
Information Session: Your first 20-minute consultation is free — whether we talk over the phone or meet virtually is up to you. Or, if you’d rather meet in person, you can request a face-to-face first meeting for a reasonable fee. Either way, our conversation will be strictly confidential. The purpose of this session is to provide you with general information on separation and divorce and our mediation process to assist you in determining your options and potential next steps. This can be done together or independently from your counter-party.
Understanding Uncoupling: A 2 hour consultation with a focus of assisting you to determine your best way forward. You will receive information on topics such as parenting, property division and support payments to assist you in understanding your personal situation and the options available to you. We will also cover the choices you have with respect to the agreement and process that best suits your needs – this can range from informal “roadmap” to legally binding document.
$500 Book:
Pre Mediation: 45 minute individual session which helps to prepare for joint sessions. Gather specific information for your situation, your needs and values to identify potential positions and understand possible alternatives so you feel comfortable and empowered to have balanced conversation.
$225 Book:
Joint Mediation: 2 hour session sees parties coming together for facilitated conversations to share information, set goals and find solutions in order to move forward in a constructive way based on principals of mutual best interest. Sessions focus on parenting plan, asset division and spousal support.
$600 Book:
Mediation packages
Life transitions create a number of unknowns. Questions of cost, time and outcome are important considerations when deciding which path is right for you. Our service packages are an effective and efficient way to progress through your journey.
If you do not see your situation reflected here, we are happy to speak with you and offer a quote based on your circumstance.
All packages include phone and email support.
“B” packages include meeting to review and finalize Agreement.
- For couples with no dependent children who want to create a mutually beneficial plan but are not looking for a formal contract at this time.
- • Individual Pre-Mediation Session with each party
- • Up to 2 Joint Mediations
- • Mediation Report summarizing resolution
- For couples with no dependent children who would like to capture their decisions with respect to property division and partner support (if applicable) in a way that is enforceable.
- • Individual Pre-Mediation Session with each party
- • Up to 2 Joint Mediations
- • Separation Agreement
- For couples with dependent children who want to plan for collaborative restructuring their family in the face of transition. This may include parenting plans, child support, asset division and partner support (if applicable) but are not looking for a formal contract at this time.
- • Individual Pre-Mediation Session with each party
- • Up to 3 Joint Mediations
- • Mediation Report summarizing resolution
- For couples with dependent children who would like to capture their decisions with respect to parenting, child support, asset division and partner support (if applicable) in a way that is enforceable.
- • Individual Pre-Mediation Session with each party
- • Up to 3 Joint Mediations
- • Separation Agreement