Divorce mediation is a private, structured process where you and your spouse work with a neutral third party to reach a fair, legally-binding agreement outside of court.
Unlike going to trial, mediation is:
• Voluntary
• Confidential
• Designed to reduce conflict
• Focused on collaboration, not blame
At Maryland Divorce Mediators, your mediator is also a licensed attorney who understands Maryland family law — and guides you toward smart, lasting solutions
of couples who engage in mediation in Maryland are able to reach a mutually agreeable settlement.
SOURCE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION
Mediation allows you and your spouse to resolve nearly every issue involved in your separation, including:
Division of assets and debts
Spousal support (alimony)
Child custody and parenting time
Child support
Communication agreements
Once everything is agreed upon, we help formalize the terms in a written settlement agreement.
Divorce court is public, expensive, and often filled with unnecessary conflict. Mediation offers a better alternative:
More affordable
Faster
Private
Collaborative
Less emotionally draining
Instead of fighting in court, you’ll work together to find solutions that work — with a trained legal mediator guiding the process.
They treated me very respectfully and listened to everyone’s perspective and helped us come to a joint solution.
Andrew Fitzhugh
Mediation is ideal for couples who:
Want to avoid a legal battle
Are willing to talk (even if they disagree)
Want to minimize stress for children
Prefer privacy and control over their outcomes
Even if you’re not “on the same page,” mediation can help you get there — without the courtroom.
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