Arbitration Agreement For Divorce In Bexar
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In Texas, the parties may elect to go to mediation voluntarily or, in some cases, the court may order the parties to attend mediation. While mediation is not required in all instances, many courts require parties to attend mediation prior to hearing or trial.
More than 80 percent of mediations result in a settlement, and in most cases the process is significantly faster and less costly than arbitration. Mediation does not impose a solution and it is not binding until the parties reach and sign a settlement agreement.
With mediation, the final decision is a reached agreement between the two conflicting parties, while arbitration calls on an arbitrator to analyze the case details and reach a verdict.
Under Texas law, there is a waiting period of at least 60 days—counted beginning the day after the Petition is filed—before a divorce can be finalized. A divorce can take longer than 60 days, but it cannot be finalized in fewer than 60 days unless one of two exceptions involving family violence applies.
Arbitration is a fairer, faster, and less expensive way to resolve disputes than time-consuming and expensive litigation.
Divorce arbitration can be beneficial when spouses prioritize privacy and flexible scheduling. Couples with complex financial situations, such as businesses or significant investments, may find value in the specialized expertise of an arbitrator.
Did you find this article helpful? To obtain a copy of a divorce decree contact the District Clerk's Office at (210) 335-2113.
Check the Bexar County District Clerk's website to see if they offer this service. Request Form: If online access is not available, you may need to fill out a request form for divorce records. This form can often be found on the district clerk's website or obtained by visiting their office in person.
After your petition for divorce has been filed, Texas law requires a 60-day waiting period in order for the divorce to be finalized, even if it is uncontested.
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