Chattanooga Divorce Mediation Attorneys
Divorce Attorneys Serving Chattanooga, Nashville, Knoxville & Franklin TN
In cases where spouses are able to come to a mutual agreement of your dissolution of marriage contract, then divorce mediation may be the best option. Divorce mediation and collaborative divorces can be a lot less stressful and overall very beneficial to both parties when compared to traditional divorce litigation. Some issues commonly addressed during divorce mediation include:
Advantages of Divorce Mediation
Chattanooga divorce attorneys of Mitchell A. Byrd, PLLC, recognize there are many benefits of divorce mediation for couples in Nashville, Franklin, and Knoxville. Mediation is an alternative to formal divorce proceedings where a neutral third party helps a divorcing couple settle their differences and reach a divorce agreement.
- Saving time and money by eliminating the need for drawn out litigation as in traditional divorce court proceedings and reducing the cost of attorney fees. Many attorneys charge hourly fees and bill by increments whenever they spend time on your divorce. Mediation can keep these costs down and has the added benefit of saving time as well.
- Mediation is fair for all parties concerned because the mediator has no interest in the outcome and offers an objective perspective for conflict resolution. A divorce mediator is experienced in divorce law and can offer opinions and suggestions but does not force decisions on either party.
- Unlike a divorce trial, when potentially embarrassing private issues become public knowledge, mediation is confidential. Your personal issues remain private except to the mediator, who destroys your personal information after the mediation process.
- Mediation is non-adversarial; the purpose of mediation is to arrive at a mutually beneficial agreement and not to focus on blame.
- Mediation reduces conflict and stress by maintaining the focus on the issues of property distribution, child custody, and support and setting the groundwork for an effective working relationship with your ex.
- Mediation is better for the children because a divorcing couple has the opportunity to create a parenting plan that considers each parent’s concerns and wishes without the dissention often associated with court trial.
Other Divorce Options
Mitchell A. Byrd, PLLC, offers the preliminary option of mediation to couples that are having irreconcilable differences. In cases where spouses are unable to reach an agreement via mediation, you may require divorce litigation. If you are in the situation where you and your spouse are at the point of the irremediable breakdown of marriage, and are unable to come to mutual terms, then you must appear in court for a judge to conclude your agreement for you. In such a case, Mr. Byrd will not only represent you in court to rightfully protect your needs, but he will also guide you through each step of divorce process.
Your other divorce options under Tennessee law include:
Before you go to trial, consult with a qualified Tennessee family law mediator to find out more about the benefits of separation and divorce mediation in Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Franklin. Mitchell A. Byrd, Esq. is certified in family law and mediation. Contact the Chattanooga divorce attorneys of Mitchell A. Byrd, PLLC, to discuss marriage dissolution mediation by completing our convenient quick contact form or calling us at 888-265-4856 to schedule a free consultation.
