Divorce is rough. It's complicated, intimidating and uncomfortable. Whether the idea of divorce came out of nowhere or if it was a mutual decision, no one would ever describe it as "fun."
It's hard on everyone, even if it's for the best. Its consequences create huge changes in your lifestyle, responsibilities, habits, how you pay your bills, how you save, how you raise your children and how you think about the future.
While we can't tell you what life will be like ten years from now, we can guide you through this complex process. Divorce has never been easy, and we can't change that. But we can promise you, our client, that you will be informed and in charge with every paper you sign and decision you make. With expert legal guidance and compassion, HSSO guarantees our full commitment and attention to your case to bring you to the most beneficial agreement possible.
All divorces were not created equally. Every case is unique, and we guarantee no stone left unturned when dealing with division of assets, parenting plans, pet custody or the potential to receive spousal support, regardless of your gender.
MEDIATION
Mediation is a confidential process where the spouses and a neutral third party discuss each spouse's personal needs and desires and decide on a mutually satisfying settlement, avoiding a court trial. Agreements that come out of mediation are non-enforceable, but couples who seek and settle by mediation are more likely to be satisfied with the agreement and have higher compliance than those who go through an adversarial divorce. Couples who mediate can still end up completing the divorce by trial, but mediation helps to work out issues in advance. Mediating before trial saves both parties a considerable amount of time and money.
There are many different types of mediation to suit your relationship, including facilitative mediation, transformative mediation and collaborative divorce. However, mediation is not for everyone. If your spouse is emotionally, verbally, physically or sexually abusive, you may consider "shuttle" mediation (you and your spouse meet with the mediator separately), or forgoing mediation altogether in favor of a trial divorce. Your safety and ability to make long-term decisions without fear or intimidation trumps the short-term benefits of mediation.
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The complex nature and intricacies of divorce can be overwhelming. Contact our office today to schedule a free initial consultation and case review.
