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The Benefits of Online Mediation

8/21/2020

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For the past ten years, the mediators at Westfield Mediation, LLC have been telling clients about the advantages of divorce mediation over costly, stressful divorce litigation. Now, we have found that virtual divorce mediation offers these benefits plus some added conveniences.

Divorce mediation offers numerous advantages over litigation. For example, divorce mediation moves more quickly than litigation, taking a few short weeks instead of years. It is also cheaper; and instead of requiring an expensive retainer, we give clients the opportunity to pay as they go, allowing them to schedule meetings in a way that works for their budgets. The mediation process is confidential; it gives more control over the process to the couple; and it promotes a better relationship for you and your family going forward.

Since March, the Coronavirus has forced us to move our practice online, and we have seen many of the benefits of online or virtual mediation. Online mediation allows couples to participate in divorce mediation without having to be in the same room – or even the same state – which reduces conflict. In addition, it opens up better scheduling options since no travel or babysitting is required. Moreover, the tech part is simple – you can participate on any device, including your phone. Overall, virtual mediation allows couples to take advantage of the many benefits of divorce mediation with several added conveniences.

​For more information about divorce mediation or post-divorce mediation, please contact Randi M. Albert, JD, or Michelle Weinberg, M. Ed., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, at Westfield Mediation, LLC at 908.913.0373.  View our website at www.westfieldnjmediation.com or email us at info@westfieldnjmediation.com. 

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IT IS SAFE TO GET DIVORCED DURING COVID-19

8/7/2020

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There are lots of stories about people delaying seeking medical care because of their fear of getting the coronavirus.  I see public service announcements urging people to take care of themselves and get the help they need; it is safe to do so.  The same applies if you are unhappy in your marriage and want to get divorced.  While the courts remain primarily closed for in-person proceedings, it is possible to have video meetings, submit paperwork online or mail in your court documents.  The court docket is finding a way to move along.

If you used divorce mediators to reach your divorce agreement then you only have to “show up” in court one time for your uncontested divorce- the day your divorce is finalized.  Divorce Mediation is a court recognized settlement process.  So, in some areas of New Jersey there are times when your attorney can represent you in court and you don’t have to go at all.  If you want to represent yourself in court you can complete all the paperwork yourself and show up for court in your home for a virtual meeting on your scheduled day.  You can get more information about the court process here and a divorce self-help guide from Legal Services of New Jersey here.

Now you are able to move forward with your divorce from the comfort of your own home.  And if you need help taking the first step you can call the helpful divorce mediators at Westfield Mediation, LLC.  Currently we are having all meetings virtually.  So, take care of yourself and don’t put off getting a divorce if that is your intention. It is safe to do so. 
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For more information on divorce mediation, please contact Randi M. Albert, JD, or Michelle Weinberg, M. Ed., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, at Westfield Mediation, LLC at 908.913.0373.  View our website at  www.westfieldnjmediation.com or email us at info@westfieldnjmediation.com. 

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    Authors

    Michelle Weinberg, M.Ed.,LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with couples.

    Randi M. Albert, JD, is an attorney with experience in family law and public service.

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