Milwaukee Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation is the best option when you and your spouse want to work together to outline the terms of your divorce. This is especially beneficial for parents who will continue working together to raise their children and a great alternative for any couples who would like to divorce amicably.

Divergent Family Law offers free quotes for divorce mediation. Our Milwaukee divorce attorneys will review your case and give you a not-to-exceed cost estimate. You can pay or set up a payment plan before your first session.

Our divorce attorney Trisha Festerling has her certification in Mediation and Collaborative Divorce. She can provide valuable legal information to clients, facilitate discussions between couples, and draft an agreement once both parties are satisfied with the Milwaukee divorce mediation.

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Divorce Mediation

Benefits

Cost

A mutual divorce (both parties agree on all terms before entering a courtroom) in Milwaukee costs $3,500-$25,000 on average, while a divorce mediation costs $800-$3,500.
Time

A divorce mediation on average takes 1-6 months, while the average divorce in Wisconsin takes 6 months to 1 year.
Confidentiality

Divorces that go through the courthouse system have exhaustive records that are available to the public. Attorney confidentiality guarantees that the details of your divorce will remain private.
Control

A judge typically makes decisions on contested issues during divorce proceedings. With a divorce mediation you and your partner will have control over every decision.

Milwaukee Divorce Mediation

Steps

In your first meeting, the mediator will outline the process and rules for the mediation. Divorce issues are sorted by the couple to determine top priorities.
Couples will sort out issues such as child custody and asset division in the next few meetings. The attorney mediator will be present to direct the discussion and educating spouses on their options.
A settlement agreement that details decisions made during the mediation will be signed by both parties.