How you go about resolving the numerous issues involved in a divorce, such as child custody, division of assets, or spousal support, will determine whether or not the results provide stability and closure for each person and any children involved. A couple going through a divorce wants to do so feeling the least amount of pressure from outside parties if at all possible.
If you and your spouse cannot make a decision or reach a compromise about a tentative parenting plan or other vital issues, these life-altering decisions will be left for a judge or a court-appointed mediator to decide. Even though these professionals are trained and knowledgeable, the best decisions for your family should be made by its own members. This can be a major challenge, especially when emotions run high and it seems impossible to reach a solution for both people involved in the divorce process, but you have to try. You may find that a skilled California divorce attorney can assist you through the mediation process. Keep in mind that if you and your spouse can reach an agreement through mediated divorce, you are more likely to have a less stressful experience. Mediation is cheaper, quicker, and less detrimental to children and relationships than going before a judge in court.
The other important benefit of mediation is attaining an official Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA), which is the closest thing to a genuine final solution that you can get. It may take experimentation with a mutually decided plan until a final agreement is reached on all issues in the form of the MSA. An experienced divorce attorney can assist you with the mediation process by preparing your MSA document and communicating with the other spouse so that you can spend time helping your family through this difficult time.
One of our Southern California mediation lawyers at Wallin and Klarich will write an MSA that adheres to requirements of the law to develop an enforceable contract. We will help you and your spouse look at each issue, without pressure, to try to establish your fundamental interests, and to identify common views shared that will benefit any children or extended family involved.
If you have any questions about mediated divorces in California or how to enforce Marital Settlement Agreement, please contact the family law offices of Wallin and Klarich at 888-280-6839. We have 30 offices throughout Southern California and are happy to help you achieve a sound divorce settlement that won’t force you into litigation or potential post-judgment disagreement. Call us for a consultation today!
