You have probably heard that divorce mediation is cheaper, faster, and less stressful than courtroom divorce. That is sometimes true. But what you may not have heard is that mediation is still a process that is emotionally raw, legally complex, and full of hard compromises.
In Illinois, mediation is not just an alternative to courtroom litigation. It is often a required step, especially when child custody is involved. If you are getting divorced in Illinois, you should expect to go through it. The question is not whether you will attend mediation, but how to make it work. At Calabrese Associates, P.C., our DuPage County, IL divorce mediation attorney can make the process of mediation approachable.
What It’s Like Inside the Divorce Mediation Room
Divorce mediation is a structured process in which a neutral third party — the mediator — helps you and your spouse negotiate an agreement. The mediator is not a judge and will not decide your case. Rather, the mediator’s role is to facilitate conversation, clarify points of conflict, and guide you toward resolution.