Are you facing the reality that a divorce could be in your future? Whether this has been building for years or has come as a surprise to one of you, we can all agree that divorce is difficult and overwhelming. Trying to understand the process ahead of time can be helpful. For example, there are three main components of every divorce settlement:
It seems like the price of everything has gone way up in recent years. From the price of gas to a dozen eggs, college tuition, and home maintenance, the feeling of being stretched financially may feel way too normal these days. If you add a looming separation and/or divorce to the everyday concerns of inflation, you may simply wonder if making this change is even feasible. Fortunately, AMS Mediation in Burnsville, MN offers affordable solutions for settling the terms of your divorce. Divorce mediation offers you a more reasonable option than traditional divorce. And it take MUCH less
Many people assume that settling the terms of a divorce has to take many months to complete. Of course, that can be true, especially if you and your spouse decide to hire divorce attorneys and take your divorce to the traditional court system. However, because of several factors, including that the court system in Minnesota is significantly backed up, it can take an extensive period of time to align the schedules of the court with your respective attorneys. This long process can create more stress (emotional and financial), more anxiety, and even more conflict between you and your ex. This process can last anywhere from six months to two years. During that time, it can be difficult to move forward with your separate lives
Our staff gets many different kinds of questions about the divorce mediation process, so we have included some information below that provides you with answers to some of the most common questions we receive. AMS Mediation specializes in helping Minnesota families navigate the divorce process while conserving financial resources and encouraging cooperation. Here are 5 facts about mediation that can help you determine
Divorce mediation is recommended by the court system over a court battle (called litigation). If you are a Minnesota couple that has made the decision to use mediation for divorce, here are 5 tips that can help you get the process started:
1. Create detailed lists: So, one large part of the mediation process is determining how to fairly split all of the property that you share
The safety of clients, ourselves, and colleagues is our top priority while we remain available to assist you as you navigate the new and uncharted territory caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
While providing virtual ADR services was not part of our plan, we have made the necessary accommodations to ensure we can continue to serve our clients during these unsettling times. All services are currently available through virtually. We are using Zoom for videoconferencing. We suggest that you download this app to your phone or the program to your computer at https://zoom.us/download.
We have resumed limited in-person services for sessions with 1 or 2 participants scheduled for a maximum of 2 hours. Masks are required in our building and in session. Availability is subject to change based on local regulations and CDC guidelines.
Our office hours remain the same and we remain available by phone and email. The main office number is 952.252.1492. Gabe can be reached via email at gabe@amsmediationplus.com.
We offer free 1-hour divorce consultations via Zoom. Potential PC and PTE clients are invited to schedule a free 15-minute phone call. Please call 952.252.1492 to set up an appointment. We are here to help!
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all continue to adapt to these rapidly changing and chaotic times. Stay strong, stay resilient, and stay healthy!
Sincerely,
Amber Serwat & Gabe Frye
ADR Professional & ADR Assistant
