Mediation

Connecticut Divorce Mediation Attorney

At the Westport, Connecticut, family law offices of Freshman & McGlynn, LLC, we handle all types of divorce, from mediation to reasonable negotiations to contested litigation. We are effective lawyers who advocate strongly for our clients. We use our mediation skills to settle important issues involved in a divorce. Settling matters outside the courtroom is often a less contentious, more effective way of reaching agreement on key issues, and can also result in a better settlement than could be reached through litigation.

Our attorneys are trained, experienced Connecticut divorce and mediation attorneys who have more than forty years of combined experience resolving family law matters. In addition to their experience and expertise, our attorneys also share a deep commitment to providing our clients with personal, highly attentive service to get them what they need.

If your marriage is headed for a divorce and you are interested in settling matters without the time and expense of a court battle, mediation may be right for you. Contact us today to find out more about why many couples are finding mediation to be a better alternative than going to court.

How does mediation work?

Instead of going to court, both parties agree to sit down with a trained mediator and attempt to reach agreement on key issues such as child custody, child support, alimony and property distribution. The attorney acts as a neutral third party and assists both parties in the disclosure of information and the discussion of goals and objectives. Once agreement has been reached on all the important issues, it is advisable to have an our attorneys review the mediation settlement agreement for accuracy and legal soundness.

The advantages of using family mediation include:

• Less stressful, less contentious than a court battle
• Less time consuming and more convenient - you are not subject to the court's schedule; you can schedule mediation sessions to fit your schedule
• Better for the children - nothing about a contentious court battle is good for children
• Affordability - mediation can often requires less time and work on the behalf of your attorney, which translates into more manageable legal fees

While mediation is not for everyone, it is an attractive alternative to the traditional courtroom divorce, which can take many months to complete and cost thousands of dollars.

Contact the Connecticut divorce and mediation attorneys at Freshman & McGlynn, LLC, today to find out if mediation is right for you and your situation.