Mediation

Florida courts require mediation before most contested family law hearings. A certified mediator facilitates a structured discussion between the parties and their attorneys to identify common ground and resolve disputed issues.

We prepare thoroughly for mediation — reviewing financial disclosures, identifying areas of likely agreement, and developing a negotiation strategy. Many matters settle at mediation, avoiding the cost and uncertainty of an evidentiary hearing. Mediation costs are typically split equally unless the court orders otherwise.