We believe mediation is the best solution emotionally and financially.

Mediation is an alternative way of resolving a dispute without going to court. If you and your spouse are good candidates for mediation, you may be able to resolve your matter faster and at a lower cost financially and emotionally. 

The possible advantages of mediation are:
  • Avoid litigation
  • Save time and money
  • Have a greater say in decisions about your own family and property
  • Resolve your issues in a positive manner and preserve your relationship with your former partner
  • Maintain confidentiality in relation to sensitive issues with the help of a neutral third party
  • Clarify and narrow your interests, needs and potential solutions

Steps of Mediation

Moving toward a common understanding and agreement

1. Meet Mediator

Individually meet your Mediator to discuss whether mediation is suitable for your case.

2. Mutually agree

Once both parties have mutually agreed that mediation will work, they will sign an Agreement to Mediate.

3. Mediate problem

Your Mediator will meet with both parties individually and together in order to assist in identifying both of your needs and interests and will help you work toward resolution in a neutral way.

4. Resolve

Once the solutions have been established, a formal Agreement is drafted by your Mediator and each party will obtain independent legal advice in order that the Agreement is valid and binding.

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"What can I say? Leanne is truly an angel. Almost 3 years in a hard fight with a difficult spouse. Division of personal assets. Division of corporate assets. All settled in a very favorable decision for me. Without her, I would have been destroyed. Leann's character, professionalism and compassion is truly amazing. I would highly recommend her to anybody as she is truly an expert in her field."
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- Shaughn W.
"Ben Rakochy is amazing! Honestly from start to finish he has been so friendly and knowledgeable, he also makes things easy to understand. Unlike some lawyers he doesn't bombard you with unnecessary communication so my bill has always stayed manageable. I would 100% recommend Ben and have already referred my friends to him."
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- T.M.
"I received phenomenal service from this firm. Leanne Johnson was my lawyer and she could not have been more helpful, kind and informative. She really made a difficult time less stressful for me. I would recommend this firm for any of your family law requirements, they were just fantastic."
- Barry L.
- Barry L.
"Ben was fantastic to work with. I would highly recommend him. He took over my case from another firm that were dragging their feet and within just a few weeks as able to have to my divorce processed. He is easy to talk to, quick to respond and so helpful. He really made this whole process so much easier and less stressful. You will not be disappointed."
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- Tyler C.
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- Lyndsey G.
"I had the pleasure of having Doc as my Lawyer. He was professional and very knowledgeable. There is no BS with him, right to the point and gives you your best options rather than beating around the bush. I would definitely use Doc again."
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- Tyler C.
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Mediation FAQ

Mediation is a confidential process in which separating couples come together with a neutral third-party mediator to negotiate a final resolution.  

Our Mediators strive to help both parties reach a mutually satisfactory settlement of one or more issues as efficiently and effectively as possible in a neutral setting.

Our Mediators charge an hourly rate with the parties sharing the cost. How much mediation costs therefore depends on how much time it takes which is impacted by the number of issues to be mediated and the cooperativeness of the parties. After your initial meeting, your Mediator will be able to provide you with an estimate of time and cost.

In the rare instance where mediation is not successful and the parties decide that it is time to look at other options, your information remains confidential, any materials or documentation provided by either of you are returned and your Mediator will talk to you about next steps and other dispute resolution options.

No. Your Mediator’s job is to help identify each party’s interests in relation to the issues to be resolved and help the parties reach a common ground that can be ratified in a formal Agreement. As a neutral third party, the Mediator cannot advise either party as to a course of action specific to their matter. 

We are a unique and caring law firm whose only focus is on family law. We act as a team to give you the service and peace of mind you deserve throughout the course of your family law matter.

We are a unique and caring law firm whose only focus is on family law. We act as a team to give you the service and peace of mind you deserve throughout the course of your family law matter.

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