As the economy suffers, divorcing spouses are looking towards mediation to resolve their differences. Our firm has seen an increase in the volume of mediated cases we handle. This is largely due to decrease in property values but also due to unemployment rates and salary freezes or cuts. Simply put, people do not have the money to spend on long, expensive, and hostile divorces.

Spouses are looking for other options to litigated cases. That is where mediation comes in. Our experienced trial attorneys have the knowledge that can help spouses save thousands of dollars.

We explain the law, review the facts, and advise our clients of the likely outcome of the case. In many cases, this helps our clients save money and avoid litigation. As tough as the economy is at this time, this is a great option for many couples.

We offer unbiased mediation services for individuals in Orange County, Riverside County, Los Angeles County, and San Bernardino County. In such cases, both spouses are our clients and we look out for the best interest of both parties. We do not represent one spouse’s interest over the other. If the parties reach an agreement, we can even offer them flat-fees on the processing of the legal documents.

Mediation allows for both parties to meet with an experienced attorney and get sound legal advise as to what the court might rule on any give issues. The attorney also helps the parties reach and agreement by helping arbitrate between them. Based on our attorney’s trial experience, we can help clients reach a deal that will be similar to what a judge would order.

For more information and a free consultation, contact us at info@dieferlaw.com or 800-589-9901.

Divorce cases can be expensive. It is for that reason that mediation and arbitration make great alternatives to contested divorce cases. In today’s economy, obtaining an affordable divorce is a primary concern of most divorcing couples. Whether it is Riverside County, Orange County, San Bernardino, or even Los Angeles County most of the individuals calling our firm are concerned about costs.

Usually, one of the first questions potential clients have is “how much will this cost me?”. Understandably so, individuals want to know if they can afford the services of an attorney. Clients want the bottom line, the total projected cost. It is my experience that in many cases clients have the misconception that a divorce will be expensive.

That is not the case. Divorces can be affordable and non contentious. Clients can choose to do mediation or arbitration. In such cases, both parties meet with a mediator who will review the case, explain the law to the parties, give the parties legal advice, inform each person of his or her right, strengths and weaknesses of each party’s case, and potential outcome of the matter.

By going to meditation, the parties can agree to share the costs equally thus reducing the total fees spent in the case. Also, if mediation is successful, there will be no litigation. This can save each party thousands of dollars. Lastly, mediation can help avoid the animosity and discord that can come up in litigation. In my experience, it is this animosity that leads to increased attorney fees. As each side becomes more entrenched in his or her position, and is offended by the statements made by the other side, the less likely he or she is willing to settle or compromise.

For more information on mediation and arbitration, please contact one of our attorneys at 800-589-9901 or info@dieferlaw.com.