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On average, our mediated divorces are finalized in 3 – 5 months. Litigation with Lawyers Timeline: If the case proceeds to court, the timeline extends, potentially taking several years. Most litigated divorces in Arizona take 12-36 months (1-3 years).

Typical reasons not to attend family mediation include fears relating to power imbalances and/or domestic violence. However, there are parallel and shuttle mediation models where the parties are never in the same room to assist in these kinds of negotiations.

Cost-Effectiveness: Generally, mediation is less expensive than a traditional divorce through the courts. This is because it typically requires fewer billable hours from attorneys and avoids the costs associated with a prolonged court process, like court fees and extensive legal preparations.

Mediation will not be appropriate if there are issues of harm concerning your child, for example allegations of sexual or physical abuse, and/or you have experienced domestic violence, or if there is an imbalance of power within the relationship, for example, because you have a disability or because English is not your ...

Mediation is a voluntary and confidential meeting that takes place prior to the formal fair hearing. The parties agree to work with a mediator to try to resolve the case without going to hearing. Because it is a voluntary process, all parties must agree to participate in mediation before mediation will be scheduled.

A case is usually appropriate for mediation when relationships are strained but must continue. Poor communication is often apparent and a skilled neutral third party is needed to facilitate communication. The intervention of a third party is likely to change the dynamics of the interaction of the disputants.

In high-conflict situations or cases involving family violence, mediation may not be suitable. However, special arrangements can often be made to ensure the mediation takes place in a safe environment. These measures can include placing parties in separate rooms or conducting the session over the telephone.

Mediation may be unsuitable if: you do not feel safe when communicating with the other participants. there is a power imbalance that means one or more of the participants is not able to participate equally in the process and negotiate on their own behalf effectively.