Yuma, Arizona
Divorce Mediators
We help you avoid a harmful court battle and guide you through every step of the way.
We help you avoid a harmful court battle and guide you through every step of the way.
Our affordable and all-inclusive flat fees are as much as 90% less than attorney fees.
Our simple, healthy divorce approach lowers family stress and is better for your children’s overall well-being.
Finish 4 times faster, in 2-4 months on average compared to 9-18 months in litigation with attorneys.
Contact us to schedule your complimentary one-hour online consultation. You and your spouse will find out about how divorce mediation works and how it compares to litigation in court. We will answer all of your questions.
Arizona Foothills Magazine, for 6 consecutive years, 2016-2022
Mediation saves you money.
With our support and guidance, your divorce process is not just confidential, but simple, affordable, and non-confrontational.
You remain in control of your terms, instead of letting a judge make the decisions for you. Your mediator will bring up each topic, explain Arizona law, and help you find the best agreements for both of you and your family.
No one is served when you file jointly in mediation.
We draft your agreements for your your review and approval. You are in control.
An Arizona Certified Legal Document Preparer can file your documents with the court for a Judge's approval.
Divorce mediation is a confidential and cooperative process where a neutral mediator helps divorcing spouses in Yuma reach mutually agreeable solutions on all aspects of their separation. For Yuma military families connected to MCAS Yuma or Yuma Proving Ground, mediation offers a flexible, private path to divorce that can accommodate deployment schedules and unique military benefits. It's a proactive approach to an Arizona divorce that avoids contentious court battles.
The duration of divorce mediation in Yuma generally ranges from 2 to 4 months. The specific timeline can be influenced by factors such as the complexity of your assets (including military pensions), the presence of children, and the willingness of both parties to collaborate. This includes Arizona's mandatory 60-day waiting period. Mediation is considerably faster than a contested divorce, which can stretch beyond a year, offering a more efficient Yuma divorce solution.
Divorce mediation in Yuma is adept at handling diverse financial situations, including the division of assets for snowbirds with properties in multiple states, or those with unique cross-border financial considerations due to proximity to Mexico. Mediators help the two of you to identify, value, and distribute community property and debts in a way that is mutually acceptable.
For Yuma families, child custody mediation focuses on developing a child-centered parenting plan that defines legal decision-making authority and parenting time schedules. For military parents in Yuma, this includes creating flexible arrangements that account for deployments, transfers, and specific military orders, ensuring stability and ongoing relationships for children. The mediator's goal is to foster positive co-parenting relationships that serve the "best interests of the child."
Yes, Arizona operates under "no-fault" divorce laws. This means that when filing for divorce in Yuma, you do not need to present evidence of marital misconduct. The only legal requirement is stating that the marriage is "irretrievably broken." This "no-fault" approach greatly simplifies the mediation process by eliminating the need for contentious accusations, allowing Yuma spouses to focus on practical solutions for their future rather than dwelling on past grievances. This fosters a more amicable divorce in Yuma.
While a mediator is a neutral facilitator and cannot provide legal advice, it is highly recommended that you consult with an independent family law attorney familiar with Yuma divorce cases. Your legal advisor can advise you on your legal rights and obligations under Arizona family law, review any proposed agreements, and ensure the final mediated settlement is comprehensive, legally sound, and in your best interests before you sign.
The cost of divorce mediation in Yuma is significantly less than pursuing traditional litigation. While mediation costs typically range from $2,500 to $10,000 for the full process (including mediator fees, which are generally $300-$700/hour or flat packages), a contested divorce can easily exceed tens of thousands of dollars. Mediation offers a cost-effective divorce solution by streamlining the process and avoiding prolonged court battles, which is a major benefit for Yuma residents seeking divorce.
Yes, spousal maintenance (alimony) is a common and often sensitive issue that divorce mediation in Yuma can effectively resolve. Your mediator will help both parties understand the legal criteria for spousal maintenance in Arizona and facilitate negotiations to reach a mutually acceptable agreement regarding the amount and duration of support. Mediation provides flexibility to create tailored solutions that reflect individual needs and financial realities.
Absolutely. Online divorce mediation is a highly convenient and viable option for Yuma residents, especially given the distance from larger metropolitan court centers. Sessions are conducted via encrypted video conferencing platforms, allowing you to participate from the privacy of your home or office. This eliminates travel time and fits easily into busy schedules, making the Arizona divorce process more accessible. Reputable mediators ensure all communications and shared documents remain confidential and protected.
Once you and your spouse have reached a complete agreement through divorce mediation in Yuma, the mediator will assist in drafting a comprehensive Consent Decree of Dissolution (or Marital Settlement Agreement). This legally binding document, detailing all agreed-upon terms, is then submitted to the Arizona court for judicial review and approval. Once the judge signs the decree, your divorce is legally finalized, often without the need for a final court appearance, ensuring a smooth Yuma divorce finalization.
"Instead of making decisions on your behalf, your mediator acts as a bridge between you and your spouse to keep the conversation on track and moving forward."
"I’m so glad we went the mediation route."
Well-organized, supportive, compassionate and effective: I’m so glad we went the mediation route. I was completely satisfied with the Aurit Center. Their level of skill and compassion surpassed what I expected during the difficult process of divorce.
— A.P.
"The process made me feel like I was in control of the outcome."
I feel fortunate to have found Michael and Karen Aurit to guide me through my divorce mediation. They explained everything at a comfortable level, and the process made me feel like I was in control of the outcome. Michael was always professional as well as compassionate toward our feelings. Of course, divorce is difficult to go through, but I could not have imagined it happening any other way! Thank you, Michael and Karen Aurit!
— P.F.
"They made a not-so-easy process seem almost effortless."
Michael and Karen are amazing! They made a not-so-easy process seem almost effortless. Not only is it their knowledge of the process, but it’s the way they made me feel during the whole thing. I don’t wish this situation on anyone, but if I know someone who may find themselves in need of this type of service, I will definitely recommend that they reach out to Michael and Karen.
— B.F.
"Being a chaplain and ordained pastor, I’m aware of the deep hurts of divorce ."
I can’t thank you enough for your assistance with this. Some issues came up that could have been additional strain and damage, but you kept us on course. Thanks first to God and secondly to you for guiding us in working this out. I am certain that both my ex-wife and I are in a much better situation today not having gone through our divorce with attorneys in the court system. I am very thankful and grateful to you for making this process easier to handle. Blessings, Proverbs 15:1
— C.C.
"He knew when to jump in, and when to stay out of the way"
Michael is a great mediator. He has a high level of skill, and he used a consistent and logical process. More importantly, Michael displayed excellent situational awareness — he knew when to jump in and when to stay out of the way. Also, the entire Aurit team was professional and respectful. They made a difficult circumstance easier to bear.
— S.K.
"I’m happy to have worked with you and your team."
Thank you for all your help as we worked through this process. It went as smoothly as it could. I’m glad to be on the other side, and think we are both glad to have avoided the emotional turbulence associated with the normal divorce process. I’m very happy to have worked with you and your team.
— C.P.
"Michael is encouraging that there is life after divorce."
My experience with the Aurit Center was truly amazing. Michael made a difficult situation easier to process. He was caring and informative. If I had a question, he would take the time to provide all the information requested. Although I dislike divorce, Michael made the experience easier to navigate, and I am thankful. I would recommend The Aurit Center for Divorce Mediation to anyone who has to go through divorce. Michael is encouraging that there is life after divorce. The Aurit Center truly helps!
— D.M.
"It was a load off … to know everything was taken care of."
It was as good an experience as it could be, considering the circumstances. Michael was extremely calming and did a great job diffusing tense situations. It’s painful to deal with paperwork and decrees and signings, etc., etc., so it was a load off the mind and the emotions to know everything was taken care of.
— L.B.
"The process was … professional yet extremely compassionate"
he process was completely professional yet extremely compassionate. Michael provided a comfortable environment and helped navigate us through the rougher parts of negotiations with great sensitivity. It was largely due to his encouragement and guidance that we were able to come to a mutually acceptable agreement in a relatively short period of time. Highly recommend The Aurit Center!
— O.W.
"They kept us focused."
The best thing I can say about this experience is that you all made the process somewhat painless and kept us focused when we could have easily veered off course emotionally. If anyone I know ever has to go through such an experience, I would definitely recommend mediation from the Aurit Center, of course!
— T.R.
"The Aurits and their excellent staff assist couples respectfully and constructively."
I highly recommend The Aurit Center for Divorce Mediation. The divorce process is a stressful and emotional life event, but the Aurits and their excellent staff assist couples respectfully and constructively to work through the entire process. They are available and responsive to any and all questions during the mediation. Michael Aurit is a wonderful mediator who truly cares about his clients.
— A.S.
"I felt like family."
I’m so happy that I came to Aurit Mediation. The service from Michael and his staff was beyond what I expected. I felt like family, and the patience and kindness they gave me throughout the process made me feel at ease. It was truly five-star service all the way.
— B.R.
"They made a difficult time a much easier process."
Everyone at Aurit Center genuinely cares and made a difficult time a much easier process, without all the drama of lawyers. Thank you so much.
— D.S.
"It was fair and fast and addresses all the issues."
Michael was great—exactly who I would want to handle a complex and difficult life event. His demeanor was always calm and rational. He walked us through each step thoughtfully and explained many of the options we had available to us as we worked toward our final settlement. In the end, I feel like we have an agreement that was fair and fast and addresses all the issues.
— K.R.
"Through difficult discussions, emotions, and legalese."
Through difficult discussions, emotions, and legalese, I always felt like I was in excellent hands. They made our process go much more smoothly and simply than I anticipated. I couldn’t recommend Aurit more highly.
— C.G.
"The process seemed fairly simple."
Since we didn’t have a very dramatic divorce the process seemed fairly simple. The support and guidance we received, though, was extremely well thought out, prepared, and applied. I this makes an important difference in cases where there are more differences.
— J.G.
"[The Aurit Center’s] communication was outstanding."
Going through a divorce is the hardest thing to do—no matter what the circumstances were to get there. Going through mediation takes a lot of the conflict out of a stressful situation, which is so important. Michael was patient and walked us through some tough decisions. He was kind and respectful, as was his staff. Everything was done timely, and the communication was outstanding.
— T.R.
"[Mediation] saved our future relationship as friends."
Michael and his team were extremely professional and caring throughout the entire divorce process. Michael approached each topic in a calm manner, and was able to keep us on track and defuse any situation that became contentious. Not having to appear in court and battle with each other through attorneys saved our future relationship as friends. Thanks to all of you for making this difficult time in our lives as pleasant as possible.
— N.B.
"We put our children first!"
They did a fantastic job guiding us through the process and keeping us on track. With their assistance, we were able to get through this quickly, remain civil, and put our children first!
— S.K.
"They took away the stress."
The Aurit Center for Divorce Mediation is an amazing group of professional and compassionate and understanding individuals who made the process of divorce less painful. Divorce affects the whole family. Taking care of all the necessary paperwork and filing took away the stress and didn’t have to appear in court. In my case, I’m at peace and happy. I’m able to remain friends with my ex-husband. I can remember the good years and memories. I certainly would recommend Aurit.
— L.P.
Litigation is a confrontational process that increases stress and disregards your family’s well-being.
At Aurit Mediation, we guide you through our creative, personalized process to help you reach all agreements. Mediation reduces stress for everyone involved.
Mediation is a significantly more affordable process, saving you up to 90% compared to large attorney fees. Arizona attorneys typically charge a large retainer of $5,000 to $15,000, causing court case to cost anywhere from $40,000 - $100,000.
At The Aurit Center, we never charge a retainer or bill by the hour. To protect your financial stability and eliminate surprise billing, we offer flat fees.
Most clients complete mediation within 2 to 4 months. That’s much quicker than the average litigated divorce, which can take anywhere from 10 months to 2 years—or more. In mediation, you control the pace.
Spouses who mediate are more likely to comply with the terms of their divorce, compared to a judge-ordered divorce where parents lose all control of the agreements. Our mediators help you customize your agreement to meet your needs.
Mediation is protected by Arizona law, meaning anything said or done is confidential. In litigation, anything said or done is public record.
In mediation, you stay in control of your future. Your mediator helps you reach agreements based on what is most important to each of you.
In litigation, control is given to a judge who will make all decisions based on the limited information they receive from attorneys.
Child specialists agree that continuous fighting during and after divorce emotionally harms children.
Mediation puts your kids first and protects their well-being. Our mediators specialize in the needs of children during divorce. They are dedicated to helping you establish the healthiest co-parenting relationship possible.
Research shows that children whose parents cooperate during and after divorce maintain healthy long-term emotional well-being.
Mediation helps parents prioritize healthy co-parenting after divorce. The better the parents adjust, the better the kids adjust.
Research shows that parents who use divorce mediation have more meaningful long-term relationships with their children.
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