Mediation

Family Law Attorneys Offering Mediation Services in Riverside, Corona, Norco and Surrounding Areas

We understand the high costs associated with divorce and family litigation. In addition to — and more important than — the financial costs, family relationships are damaged by long, drawn-out courtroom battles. The result is hurting children, parents with additional challenges working together to raise their children, and lost opportunities for amicable relationships between people who once cared deeply for one another.

At the Law Offices of John Joseph Buckey, Jr. and Associates, we are committed helping all of our clients avoid these problems whenever possible. One of the ways we do this is through divorce and family law mediation. While mediation is strongly encouraged — and even required — by many California family courts, some lawyers treat it as just something to get through, instead of the opportunity it is. Having a law firm who truly believes in it can make a big difference.

We Offer Free Initial Consultations

Call us at 1-888-591-8958 or send us an e-mail to tell us about your unique situation and arrange for a free initial consultation. Our experienced attorneys offer sophisticated legal representation in divorce mediation and collaborative law. We can also be hired to act as neutral mediators in family law cases.

How Does Family and Divorce Mediation Work?

Mediation provides an opportunity for divorcing couples and families involved in disputes to negotiate a resolution with the help of a neutral third party. The non-combative format provides an opportunity for both sides to express their concerns and talk about underlying issues that are seldom addressed in the courtroom. Successful mediation results in a settlement agreement that is presented to the court for approval and the issuance of orders.

In divorce mediation, all of the issues of divorce are addressed, including property division, child custody and visitation arrangements, child support, and spousal support. Many other family law issues, such as disputes over parenting time, modifications to family court orders, child relocation, and grandparents' rights can also be addressed in mediation.

During mediation, both parties can have their attorneys present. Ideas can be exchanged in a non-judgmental format, and resolutions can be tailored by the parties in a way courts could not have done. If mediation is unsuccessful, the parties can still take their cases to court, and no information revealed during the mediation can be used as evidence later.

Mediation provides many advantages, including:

• It can be quite cost-effective
• Mediation agreements are private — not part of the public record
• Resolutions can be reached quickly
• Parties tend to honor resolutions they had a hand in creating
• The process can promote positive, long-term working relationships

We Keep Fees Reasonable

We provide people with effective mediation services and representation at reasonable fees. One reason our fees are reasonable is that we do not add phone calls between you and us to your bill. From your initial consultation on, all calls are free.

We're ready to go to work for you. Call us at 1-888-591-8958 or send us an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation.