Ensures knowledge of legal procedures and court filings.
Divorce Attorney-Mediator vs. Certified Divorce Mediator: Key Differences
Divorce Attorney-Mediator vs. Certified Divorce Mediator: Key Differences
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What Non-Attorney Mediators Are Not Telling You.
Non-Attorney Mediators
Non-Attorney Mediators cannot draft your divorce documents. They can only draft a mediation agreement.
Additional Steps
Clients must hire an attorney to draft the divorce documents and file the divorce at court.
Hidden Costs
When clients have to hire an attorney to draft and file the divorce documents, it often costs an additional $1,000 – $2,000.
The Knowledge Gap
| Divorce Attorney-Mediator | Divorce Non Attorney-Mediator | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Moderate | Inexpensive |
| Neutral | ✔ | ✔ |
| Highly Skilled and Trained | ✔ | |
| Licensed and Regulated | ✔ | |
| Knows the Law | ✔ | |
| Drafts a Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan | ✔ | ✔ |
| Drafts All Documents for a Divorce | ✔ | |
| Goes to Court for You | ✔ | |
| Required to hold insurance to protect clients | ✔ |
Why Choose an Attorney-Mediator?
Licensed to Practice Law
Malpractice Insurance
Required by law, protecting clients from potential mistakes.
Legal Expertise
Knows the law and how to create binding agreements.
The Attorney-Mediator Advantage
✔Comprehensive Service
✔Legal Knowledge
✔Cost-Effective
✔Client Protection
Attorney-mediators offer a unique blend of legal expertise and mediation skills, providing a comprehensive and protected service.