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I am Divorcing

Divorce Mediation Process
What is Divorce Mediation?

Our Unique Non- Attorney Mediation Process:

3-5 SCHEDULED 
MEETINGS

Number of meetings can vary by complexity

EFFICIENT, COMPREHENSIVE
MEETINGS 

Meetings that leave you empowered, not exhausted

MEETINGS EVERY 2 WEEKS

Space to breathe, time to think and ponder without pressure

MEETING DETAILS

MEETING
TOPIC
PURPOSE
1
Assets & Debts
Can I keep the house? How do we divide retirement?
2
Income & Expenses
Will I get maintenance? Do I have to pay spousal support?
3
Parenting Plan
How will we make major decisions for our kids? How do we share our children's expenses? What about holidays?
4
Finalization
How can I say "YES" or "NO" to anything unless I can see the whole picture?

You, with our assistance, will have all the documents you need in order to complete the divorce filing paperwork.  

SWORN FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (2)

CERTIFICATES OF 
COMPLIANCE (2)

MEDIATED SEPARATION
AGREEMENT

(MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING)

PARENTING PLAN
WITH DAILY/HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

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What does your process look like?

Our unique process is designed to take the decisions made in divorce one step at a time

  • A unique process that saves time and money
    Uses our unique process and experience to save time and money for our Clients
  • Effective Communication Facilitation
    Facilitates the communication between the parties, making sure that both parties have equal time to share and vocalize priorities Uses questions to ensure clear communication and understanding between both parties Identifies alternatives for solving issues, including additional third party support and experts when appropriate and beneficial Is familiar with more sensitive cases, like late in life divorces and families with special needs dependents
  • Education & Preparation
    Provides information about the divorce process Describes how issues could be viewed in a legal setting Understands the need for financial security and strives to assist our clients to set themselves up for financial success post divorce. Ensures that every person is entitled to legal and tax advice and encourages our clients to consult with family law attorneys and tax accountants on all issues pertaining to their case Specializes in the tax and financial consequences pertaining to your divorce settlement by ensuring that all of our mediators and case managers are Certified Divorce Financial Analysts ® (CDFAs) Educates parties on the financial consequences today, tomorrow and into the future of each scenario to ensure they are completely informed before they agree to any settlement

Why choose Mediation with Garske Mediation?

  • A unique process that saves time and money
    Uses our unique process and experience to save time and money for our Clients
  • Effective Communication Facilitation
    Facilitates the communication between the parties, making sure that both parties have equal time to share and vocalize priorities Uses questions to ensure clear communication and understanding between both parties Identifies alternatives for solving issues, including additional third party support and experts when appropriate and beneficial Is familiar with more sensitive cases, like late in life divorces and families with special needs dependents
  • Education & Preparation
    Provides information about the divorce process Describes how issues could be viewed in a legal setting Understands the need for financial security and strives to assist our clients to set themselves up for financial success post divorce. Ensures that every person is entitled to legal and tax advice and encourages our clients to consult with family law attorneys and tax accountants on all issues pertaining to their case Specializes in the tax and financial consequences pertaining to your divorce settlement by ensuring that all of our mediators and case managers are Certified Divorce Financial Analysts ® (CDFAs) Educates parties on the financial consequences today, tomorrow and into the future of each scenario to ensure they are completely informed before they agree to any settlement
Why Choose Garske Mediation?
Divorce Mediation FAQs
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FAQs

This is a brand new road and you aren't expected to be the expert. Here are some frequently asked questions that come up often as people consider divorce mediation.

  • A unique process that saves time and money
    Uses our unique process and experience to save time and money for our Clients
  • Effective Communication Facilitation
    Facilitates the communication between the parties, making sure that both parties have equal time to share and vocalize priorities Uses questions to ensure clear communication and understanding between both parties Identifies alternatives for solving issues, including additional third party support and experts when appropriate and beneficial Is familiar with more sensitive cases, like late in life divorces and families with special needs dependents
  • Education & Preparation
    Provides information about the divorce process Describes how issues could be viewed in a legal setting Understands the need for financial security and strives to assist our clients to set themselves up for financial success post divorce. Ensures that every person is entitled to legal and tax advice and encourages our clients to consult with family law attorneys and tax accountants on all issues pertaining to their case Specializes in the tax and financial consequences pertaining to your divorce settlement by ensuring that all of our mediators and case managers are Certified Divorce Financial Analysts ® (CDFAs) Educates parties on the financial consequences today, tomorrow and into the future of each scenario to ensure they are completely informed before they agree to any settlement
Settlement Prep / Proposal

Our Settlement Prep/Proposal package is 

for Clients wanting to bring forward a fair, effectively composed settlement proposal, with regards to financial and tax consequences, for either attorney mediation or a DIY Divorce.

This package includes:

MARITAL BALANCE SHEET
WITH 1-3 SCENARIOS

DETAILED ANALYSIS OF SETTLEMENT DETAILS

(50/50 - HOUSE - ETC.)

1-2 HOURS
ANALYSIS WITH LESLIE

Pension Valuation Services

Our Pension Valuation package is for clients who have pensions, i.e. PERA, FERS, Fire Service Pension, Police, private pension, that need to be valued.

This package includes:

PENSION DIVISION AND OFFSET SCENARIOS PROVIDED

1 PAGE EXPERT
ANALYSIS REPORT
FOR PERSONAL & LEGAL USE

1-2 HOURS
ANALYSIS WITH LESLIE

20 Minute Free Phone Consultation

Sometimes the first step is just starting the conversation. Book a free 20 minute phone consultation to answer quick questions you may have and determine if there's a fit.

 

This call includes:

UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR SPECIFIC STORY WITHIN OUR SCOPE OF SERVICES

20 MINUTE ONE ON ONE CONVERSATION WITH OUR EXPERIENCED INTAKE COORDINATOR

A MORE IN DEPTH PICTURE OF THE PROCESS AND RESULTS

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