MEDIATION & ARBITRATION

There are many alternatives to divorce. In mediation, the two parties work together with an unbiased mediator, who assists them in establishing an agreement that can work with the two parties. Mediation is an extremely cost effective method process of effectuating divorce, assuming that the two parties can work together to resolve their issues. In mediation, the parties together reach an agreement on the issues of alimony, child support, child custody, parenting time and equitable distribution. Mediation is a way for the parties to control the divorce process and have a hand in the way their lives will proceed after the divorce. Ms. D’Orsi was instrumental in establishing the Mediation facet of our practice and should be contacted if you and your spouse are interested in obtaining a divorce by way of a mediated agreement.

Another form of alternative dispute is binding arbitration for those who do not wish to have their grievances aired in the public forum. In arbitration, the parties and the attorneys select another attorney to act as the Judge in the case. The Arbitrator can make and enforce any decision as if it was before the Court. Trials in arbitration are more expedient, cost effective and less time consuming. John A. Patti, Esq. has been trained by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). John has also trial many cases in arbitration and is very familiar with the process and the benefits of arbitration versus a trial. While arbitration is not for everyone, it remains a highly effective method of having disputes resolved when mediation and collaboration simply do not bring the parties to a resolution.

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