Alternatives in a Virginia Divorce: Mediation
July 29th 2010 by Charlie Hofheimer
If you and your husband are considering a Virginia separation, you would benefit from learning as much as you can about the options available to you.
A Virginia separation agreement can usually simplify the process of separation and divorce by a significant degree. A separation agreement is a document that addresses such important matters as child custody, division of marital property, spousal support, and more.
Couples who want their Virginia divorce to go quickly and smoothly need to come to agreements on these vital matters. In cases where you and your spouse simply cannot agree on these things, they will need to be decided by a Virginia court.
Virginia divorce litigation can be time-consuming and stressful for everyone involved, which is why many people try to work out as much of their divorce out of court as possible.
While some couples can decide on the contents of their separation agreement through unassisted communication with each other, many find it easier to use the services of a divorce mediator or mediation team.
Mediators help facilitate healthy communication between the divorcing parties. When a couple chooses mediation, they agree to interact in a respectful, civil, and co-operative way to resolve their disagreements.
Mediators do not make any rulings in Virginia divorce cases; they simply help the couple negotiate agreements.
Mediation usually requires less time than traditional courtroom divorce litigation, and many couples find mediation to be cost-effective as well. Your divorce lawyer can play a pivotal role in your mediation by assessing all of the terms of your Virginia separation agreement before you sign your name on the dotted line.
A Virginia divorce attorney at Hofheimer/Ferrebee can examine the specifics of your case to help you decide how much support to ask for, what child custody arrangement will work best for you and your children, and how to fairly divide your marital assets. Request a FREE copy of our guide, What Every Virginia Woman Should Know About Divorce, or reserve your seat at our monthly divorce seminar – 757-425-5200.
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