Divorce Mediation in Minnesota

There are two ways that your divorce or family law matter will be determined. Either by agreement or the decision of a Judge after a hearing or trial. Mediation is very important tool that is used to help parties reach agreement between themselves. Parties that are able to reach thier own agreement are usually more satisfied with the outcome because thay have had the opportunity to participate in the decision and are more likely to abide by the resulting order. At Priest Law Firm, we believe that mediation is a critical part of finding resolutions to divrce and family law issues and offer mediation services. Specific information on our mediationservices can be found at Twincitymediation.com. 

Mediation is a process in which both spouses meet with a neutral person trained to help them come to an agreement. Mediation can be conducted formally or informally and with or without lawyers.

In some Minnesota counties, the court provides mediators on issues concerning the custody of the children at little or no cost. Property issues may require a private mediator, the cost of which is typically split among the parties.

Mediation is confidential and non-binding. The Mediators cannot force the parties into a settlement. Rather, mediators keep everyone focused and facilitate the exchange of information. Mediation is not appropriate in all cases, particularly those in which there is a history of domestic abuse among the parties. The actions and concessions of a party during mediation cannot be used against them in court.

The key advantage to mediating is that it may lower the overall cost of completing your case. It may also save you time, as it often takes a year or more to move a divorce through the courts. Because of the obvious benefits, Minnesota courts will often require the parties in a divorce to mediate.

A mediator must remain neutral during the mediation process. A mediator cannot offer either party specific legal advice or protect any of your rights during the process. Because of this limitation on mediation, it is important to consult a family law attorney that can advise you about and protect your legal rights during the mediation process.

QUALITY LEGAL ADVICE THAT YOU CAN TRUST

 Priest Law Firm, Ltd.

7900 International Drive, Suite 200
Bloomington, MN 55425
Map and Directions
Phone: 952-808-1988

Minnesota family law attorney Jeff Priest represents clients throughout the Twin Cities and the nine-county metro area in communities such as Bloomington, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Richfield, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Edina, Eagan, Rosemount, Apple Valley, Inver Grove Heights, Woodbury, Burnsville, Lakeville, Savage, Shakopee, Farmington and Ft. Snelling.

Hennepin County | Ramsey County | Dakota County | Scott County | Carver County | Anoka County | Washington County | Goodhue County | Wright County

Home | Attorney Profile | Family Law & Divorce Services | Business Services | Resources | Contact Us