Helping Clients Resolve Divorce Disputes Amicably
In New Jersey, after a divorce complaint is filed, there are several points along the way where mediation of disputes is mandatory. In other circumstances, it may be advisable to consider voluntary mediation or another form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
At Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, L.L.C., in Morristown, we are highly experienced at both guiding clients through ADR and serving as neutral parties in mediation and arbitration proceedings. Contact us to discuss how we can help you resolve a family law dispute.
Understanding the Advantages of Mediation and Arbitration
There are significant advantages to mediation, arbitration and other alternative techniques for resolving divorce and other family law matters. Negotiated settlements allow people to resolve complex issues by a comprehensive agreement rather than litigation of each individual point.
Divorce disputes worked out through mediation or other approaches to mutual agreement, on average, result in fewer post-judgment disputes.
When children are involved, parents are often in a better position to handle issues associated with raising their children than a judge. In addition, mediation is often less expensive and less emotionally charged than traditional divorce litigation.
However, each case is different, and the litigation process is there to protect the rights of people seeking divorce from unreasonable spouses who will not agree to good-faith resolution of issues.
Providing a Full Range of Dispute Resolution Services
Before you enter any avenue of alternative dispute resolution, it is important to talk to a lawyer who can advise you about your rights. If you don't know what your legal rights are in the divorce process, you may end up agreeing to a situation that turns out to be completely unfair to you.
We advise clients on all of their ADR options and represent them in mediation and arbitration proceedings. We also have the ability to provide neutral mediators and arbitrators.
We are honored to have the Hon. Herbert S. Glickman. (ret.) serving as an attorney of counsel with our firm. Judge Glickman sat on the family bench in Essex County for more than two decades and is respected for his ability to help parties resolve complex family law issues.
If you have any interest in divorce mediation or arbitration, don't hesitate to contact us. We serve clients in North and Central Jersey, including the counties of Morris, Somerset, Essex, Union, Hunterdon, Bergen, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, Mercer, Middlesex and Monmouth.
