Utah’s Mediation Requirement

Todd Peterson — Wed, 17 Jul 2013 17:36:52 +0000

Married couples who fight a lot often throw around statements like “I’ll take every cent you have” or “You’re not getting anything in the divorce” and while these statements carry good dramatic effect they are entirely unfounded and will almost never actually come to pass. The reality is that most divorce cases settle, meaning that eventually the parties decide to compromise and do what’s best for them, their children, and their futures; instead of fighting to the end and making the judge make the final decision. This huge turnaround from yelling threats to calmly sitting at the negotiation table is usually brought about by the help of attorney’s and mediators. Mediation is a great idea in any divorce because it allows the parties to save time and money by reaching an agreement as to property division, child custody, visitation, alimony and more.

Mediation Before Judgment

While mediation is often a good idea no matter what state you’re in, in Utah it’s not only a good idea but a requirement. Before your can take your divorce case to trial before the judge you have to have participated in mediation and at least attempted to settle your divorce amicably before you argue it to a judge. In most cases the parties realize that going to trial carries a lot of uncertainty and risk that they can avoid by compromising a little on property division, child custody, and other disputed topics. The mediation process is fairly simply and involves the parties and their lawyers sitting down with a third party mediator who does not represent either side but helps each side negotiation a settlement that both parties can live with.

Ogden Divorce Attorney | Representing you in Your Mediation

If you are getting divorce or thinking about getting divorced then its a good idea to talk to an attorney first to help you with your expectations and help you understand the process. The attorney’s at Ogden Divorce Law have helped hundreds of clients in their divorce and we know how to help you understand your options and help you defend your rights based on your decisions. Call or email us to get more info on how we can help you in your divorce and your mediation.

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Mediation v. Litigation

Todd Peterson — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:48:16 +0000

Many clients ask us if they should just try mediation before jumping into a law suit over their divorce. The answer to this question is different for everyone. Depending on your circumstances, it might make more sense to try mediation early on in the process to help you prevent the time and money associated with fighting in court. On the other hand, many cases cannot be resolved in mediation for one reason or another, for those cases, litigation is really the only other option. This article explores the benefits of both mediation and litigation. For detailed information about the specifics of your case, or to speak with an attorney or mediator at our office, call us today at 801.475.0991.

The Benefits of Mediation in Utah

There are many benefits to mediation in Utah. Chief among these benefits is the enormous savings in time and money. In fact, many clients choose to hire us as divorce mediators in Utah so they can save the time, money, and ultimately the headache and sorrow that comes along with drawn out court battles. Another substantial benefit is the ability to maintain some type of working relationship for the future. This can be especially important in cases involving children and custody. The truth is, if you have kids together, you are going to have to continue to be a part of each others lives to some extent. Mediation allows divorcing couples to settle on ground rules to better help them move forward and co parent their children. Often when you fight in court, by the end of it, it is almost impossible to have a good working relationship in the future. If you are interested in attending mediation with your soon to be ex, we can help. Our attorneys our trained mediators and can help aid in the negotiation and settlement of your divorce.

The Benefits of Litigation

Litigation refers to the traditional process of resolving your divorce case in court with an attorney representing you. There are many benefits to litigation as opposed to mediation. Litigation allows you to put the decision in the hands of a judge who is trained to resolved disputes based upon the laws of Utah. This can mean greater protections for you and your family with defined orders from the court keeping both parties in line. At our law firm, we have represented numerous individual in all types of divorces. We are experienced litigators and will ensure your rights are protected so you get your fair day in court. To get us started on your case, call now at 801.475.0991.

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Whether you need to go to court or want to avoid court and try and settle, we can help. We are available anytime 24/7. Call us today to get started on your case or to schedule a mediation in our office. We look forward to your call.

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