How long does divorce mediation take?
Two to three sessions, on average. A simple case can be resolved in a few sessions; children, a house, a business, retirement accounts or bigger disagreements can take longer. Sessions are scheduled around both of you.
What changes the timeline
The more there is to decide, and the further apart you start, the more sessions it can take.
- Children. A parenting plan and child support are often the biggest pieces.
- Property. A house, a business, retirement accounts and pensions all need information and decisions.
- Disagreements. Working through them takes time, but they can be worked through.
- Your schedules. Sessions fit around work and child care, and can be held virtually.
The whole process can be completed in as little as one month. A contested divorce in court can take years.
[A two-sentence quote from Stephen on what keeps mediation moving]