San Antonio, TX Mediation Lawyers
HEMBREE BELL LAW FIRM
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If you live in San Antonio, Texas and have made the difficult decision to end your marriage, it’s understandable if you’re feeling intimidated by the idea of enduring a complicated legal ordeal to sort through the matters of your divorce. If you and your spouse are still relatively amicable with each other and you are both willing to have productive conversations about how your assets will be divided, how you will share custody of your children (if you have them), or if spousal or child support will be a factor, there may be an option that allows you to wrap up your divorce much faster and cheaper than traditional divorce litigation.
Mediation is a mutually beneficial process for divorcing couples that can eliminate the risk of antagonistic attorneys threatening your conciliatory relationship with your ex by stirring up conflict. At Hembree Bell Law Firm, the goal of our San Antonio mediation lawyers is to help you solve your immediate legal issues in a way that serves the best interests of you and your family, but we can never impose a settlement on you; you remain in control of your future. Call today to schedule your free case evaluation and learn more about how mediation can help you avoid a toxic divorce process.
How Does Mediation Work?
During mediation, a separating couple meets with a neutral, 3rd party mediator to discuss and come to an agreement on important matters such as alimony, child support, child custody, property division, and more. During the meeting, the neutral mediator helps the couple work together to resolve issues in an efficient and equitable way, and stay focused on the present rather than bicker over the past.
Despite what some people believe, engaging in mediation does not mean that you and your ex are friends or even like each other. It simply means that you are willing to put aside your differences in order to expedite your divorce, keep conflict at a minimum, and come up with a plan that is favorable to both of you moving forward. Our considerate San Antonio mediation lawyers can reduce the disruption your divorce causes to your lives.
Why Do Some Couples Choose Mediation?
Mediation offers several compelling benefits that make it an attractive option for couples who can make it work. Because you will be communicating directly with each other, there will be no back and forth between each of your attorneys, meaning a settlement can be reached much faster. You will also save money, as mediation is cheaper than a traditional divorce. Finally, many people find the mediation environment much less anxiety-inducing than court, and are therefore more likely to advocate for creative – or even unorthodox – solutions that may fit the individual needs of their family. In most cases, if you and your spouse share children, you can anticipate the transition to co-parenting to be more seamless because both you and your ex have had a say in the custody arrangement and arrived at a favorable solution.
Can Everyone Engage In Mediation?
Mediation is not mandatory, but the state of Texas often expects divorcing couples to attempt mediation before moving forward in a different way. However, not every couple is a candidate for mediation. It may not be the right route to take if:
Your spouse has a history of abuse and the safety of you and/or your children may be at risk
Your spouse has a history of being deceitful or untrustworthy
Your spouse has shown signs of wanting to delay divorce proceedings
Your spouse hired a lawyer and is creating conflict
Our Knowledgeable San Antonio Mediation Lawyers Are Committed To Helping You Move Forward
At our firm, we believe there is a better way to divorce; a way that helps you achieve your goals so that you can build the life you desire. We offer objective guidance in the mediation process so that your voice is never muted and you maintain authority over your future. Call today to schedule your initial case evaluation and allow our team to make a difference in your experience!