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Why Mediation Is the Best Option for Divorce the Longer You Have Been Married

Why Mediation Is the Best Option for Divorce the Longer You Have Been Married

Are you about to begin the divorce process in relation to a partner you have had for years? Maybe decades? If so, you may want to consider mediation to help you through the process. The longer you have been married, the harder it is to untangle your lives, and here is how mediation can help.

Less Conflict

The longer a couple has been married, the more history they have together, and the more likely they are to have shared assets, debts, and children. This can create more complexity and potential for conflict during a divorce. Mediation can help to reduce conflict by providing a neutral third-party mediator who can facilitate constructive communication between the parties and help them find mutually acceptable solutions.

More Efficient

The longer a couple has been married, the more they may have accumulated in terms of assets and debts. Traditional divorce proceedings can be lengthy and expensive, especially when there are disputes over property division, child custody, and spousal support. Mediation can be a more efficient option, as it allows the couple to work together to find solutions that meet their unique needs and circumstances.

Better for Children

If a couple has been married for a long time, they are more likely to have children who may be impacted by the divorce. Mediation can be a better option for children, as it allows the parents to work together to create a parenting plan that prioritizes the best interests of the children. This can help to minimize the emotional impact of divorce on the children and maintain a more stable and positive family dynamic.

Preservation of Relationships

The longer a couple has been married, the more they may have invested in their relationship and the more shared experiences they may have. While divorce can be a difficult and emotional process, mediation can help to preserve the couple's relationship by allowing them to work together to find solutions that are mutually acceptable. This can be especially important if the couple will need to continue to co-parent their children after the divorce. Maintaining peaceful relationships is a cornerstone of mediation.

Mediation is a helpful option no matter the circumstances of your divorce, but it is increasingly helpful the longer your marriage lasted. If you are interested in pursuing a divorce through mediation to reap all the benefits we listed here today, don’t wait to reach out to Solutions & Resolutions.

Posted By Solutions & Resolutions on 5-18-2023