Is an Amicable Divorce Right for You?
You have personally decided to divorce, or your partner has presented the subject. That doesn’t mean your divorce needs to be a story of drawn-out court battles and legal expenses that drain your bank account. An amicable divorce works to lay a foundation for a better path forward.
What Amicable Divorces Look Like
The process of an amicable divorce isn’t for everyone. This is the first thing to understand. There are specific ground rules that need to be followed, and only certain scenarios will qualify for an amicable divorce. That being said, when it’s a fit, an amicable divorce can do wonders for setting the right tone as you enter your new life chapter. At a minimum, the situation should have the following characteristics:
- Each party has agreed to enter divorce without blame
- There is a mutual desire to avoid litigation
- Both spouses are willing and eager to work toward a compromise
- They have no serious disagreements, so they don’t fight
- When children are involved, the children’s needs are the priority
An amicable divorce is a civil process every step of the way. In order for this approach to be successful, though, both parties need to have a sincere interest in entering their settlement agreement calmly right from the start. This will ultimately allow you to reach a reasonable settlement for your finances, property division, and spousal support, as well as your child support, visitation, and custody, as appropriate.
With an amicable divorce, you’re able to lay the groundwork for a more productive, peaceful beginning to your next stage of life.
All divorces can cause pain, yet choosing an amicable divorce works to ease the challenges of separation and its negotiations. If you think your situation qualifies for an amicable divorce, the next step is to connect with a mediator. The sooner you schedule your consultation, the sooner you’ll be able to settle.
Divorce Mediation to Reach a Settlement
As outlined above, couples looking to pursue an amicable divorce are able to speak on cordial terms with each other. However, your ability to communicate doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll be able to discuss all of the details efficiently and effectively.
Every divorce has lots of moving parts, even an amicable divorce. That’s why divorce mediation works best when everyone agrees to “come to the table” and collaborate in the same room. These live conversations are focused on mutual respect, dignity, and most importantly, productivity. You want to make sure your divorce settlement agreement includes all of the facts for a clean, fresh start.
The environment of mediation gives both parties a safe place to negotiate and reach a quicker resolution.
Navigating your divorce with a mediator helps ensure that nothing gets overlooked. It also works to address questions that you may not have even considered.
When both parties agree to enter mediation, they’re essentially opting to avoid the trauma associated with a traditional divorce. The goal is to achieve a settlement agreement without unnecessary stress. Because mediation is designed to serve both parties equally, as a neutral facilitator, everyone’s best interests will be considered.
Professional mediators do not represent either spouse. They serve as an unbiased third party who guides your collaboration.
Your divorce does not need to involve lengthy court proceedings or expensive attorney fees. When both parties are able to enter an amicable divorce, mediation can be the perfect solution for resolving their remaining issues.
Ready to Talk? Mudd Mediation Can Help
Too many divorces get out of hand because the parties didn’t realize they had the option for something better. You have the choice to avoid litigation. You have the opportunity to pursue mediation and navigate the process strategically, with a tone that can give both parties greater peace of mind for the road ahead.
If your situation qualifies for an amicable divorce, Mudd Mediation can help. Our office is located in Boise, Idaho, and we serve clients located throughout Idaho’s Treasure Valley and beyond. To learn more about divorce mediation and how you and your spouse can get started, please don’t hesitate to call Mudd Mediation at (208) 315-3322.
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