Divorce Mediations Under Georgia Law

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While some Georgia divorces will invariably result in a trial where either a judge or jury determine issues such as Georgia alimony, the division of property, Georgia child support and Georgia child custody, in many cases it can be beneficial for a husband and wife to sit down with their GA divorce lawyers, and a mediator, to work out (or try to work out) the issues involved without having to go to court.

The Georgia Divorce Mediation Process

While it is important to note that each mediation is different, the Georgia mediation process is generally conducted by a Georgia divorce mediator who begins the mediation process by sitting both the husband and wife in a room together and allowing each side to present their views on the issues of contention in the divorce. Both parties are often represented by their own divorce attorneys.

After both the husband and wife have had the opportunity to explain their side, the Georgia divorce mediator will generally put the spouses in separate rooms, and will then shuttle from room to room, negotiating with the two parties one by one, until an agreement is reached.

The Benefits of Mediation

A mediated divorce can be less costly, less time-consuming, and less stressful than going to court. If a husband and wife can agree to the terms of their divorce via mediation, the divorce process may turn out to be faster and cheaper with respect to Georgia attorney fees.

Our Atlanta divorce and mediation attorneys have found that sometimes, a mediated divorce where each party is represented by a divorce lawyer turns out to be more equitable to both the husband and wife than a privately negotiated divorce. For instance, when a husband and wife negotiate by themselves and try to resolve issues on their own, the sad truth is that one party may take the upper hand. In a mediated divorce where both parties are represented by their own GA divorce lawyers, a couple can come together and communicate their needs in a non-hostile environment. The result can be a fair agreement that both parties are happy with.

Additionally, our divorce and mediation lawyers have found that a mediated divorce in Georgia can result in an agreement that works better for both parties involved. For instance, while a judge or jury will do their best to to make a determination that is fair to both parties, the truth is that they will never be as intimately familiar with the particulars of your life as you are.  If a husband and wife sit down with a mediator and try to reach an agreement, it will may be more likely to result in an agreement that works best for both spouses.

Finally, if a mediated agreement can be reached between the parties, it may will result in a couple being able to separate ways in a more amicable fashion. For good or for bad, a Georgia divorce trial can get ugly, leaving hurt emotions and ill will on both sides. If this can be avoided and both a couple can move on with their lives without the emotional toll of a trial, it can be healthier -- especially when children are involved

  Getting Started

If you are dealing with a GA divorce or family law issue, we advise you to speak with one of our divorce and mediation lawyers sooner rather than later.  The mediation process can be intense and sometimes intimidating without the assistance of an attorney, and it will be important that you have an advocate on your side to help you protect your interests.  If you would like to talk with one of our family law attorneys about representing you, either fill out the brief form to your left or give us a call.  For additional contact information and driving directions to our firm please visit our Contact Page.  Thank you and we look forward to working with you.