THE AURIT CENTER There are ways to make divorce easier, less costly, and more peaceful. It doesn’t have to be an emotionally and financially draining process.
Avoiding long, drawn-out legal battles is a top priority when it comes to managing the cost of mediation in Colorado.
If you and your spouse choose to get divorce lawyers and go in front of a judge, it will likely end up costing you a lot of money — not to mention the stress.
However, there is a less expensive and easier path: mediation.
Mediation eases the financial burden of divorce. It is the friendly and cooperative approach.
But what’s the cost of mediation in Colorado, and might this path work for you? In this article, we’ll cover all the information you need to make the best decision for you and your family.
Divorce mediation in Colorado typically covers several topics. These include:
Your third-party mediator will work with you and your spouse to divide your assets and debts in a way that you both find acceptable. They will help you discuss your finances and what each of you added to what you own together. Understanding your goals, they will help both of you to reach amicable agreements that support your financial stability now and in the future.
In mediation, the kids’ best interests are the priority. Divorce mediators help you create unique parenting time schedules. You have a guided discussion about when the kids will spend time with each parent. Together, you decide how you will make important decisions for your kids.
Your mediator shares your goal of ensuring each child’s well-being is protected before, during, and after the divorce. They will help you establish a foundation for a healthy parenting plan.
Your divorce mediator also guides discussion around financial issues, such as how much and for how long one spouse might need child or spousal support. The goal is ongoing financial stability for both of you.
A divorce mediator will help you talk to each other — making it easier for you to manage your feelings and solve problems in a peaceful way. If not handled carefully, the discussion of divorce-related issues can lead to conflict. This is crucial for keeping discussions respectful and productive.
The cost of mediation in Colorado varies based on a number of factors. Here are a few of the factors that can have an impact here.
Mediators consider several factors when determining how much they charge for their services. These include:
Although separate from your divorce mediation process, other professionals such as accountants, financial advisors, legal advisors, or child experts are sometimes helpful during the process. Your mediator can often suggest a few referrals that might fit what you’re looking for.
Aurit Center Certified Mediators help spouses complete their divorce in a simple, positive, and cost-effective way. We use a flat fee structure that shows you what you’ll pay upfront — with no surprise costs added on. For your convenience, your mediator will meet with you virtually for online mediation.
Divorce mediation costs far less than litigation or arbitration.
Aurit Center Certified Mediators’ fees are up to 90% less than what it costs to settle a divorce via litigation.
There are a few reasons why. It’s largely due to the fact that divorce attorneys usually charge a large retainer fee up front and then bill a per-hour fee until the retainer is depleted and has to be replenished. This means that every minute they spend working on your case can add up to tens and even hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Divorce lawyers often charge for each minute spent on administrative work, research, and even driving to and from court appointments.
The Aurit Center provides mediation services to help you with:
The first step in our process is to meet with you for a free consultation to answer your questions and explain how mediation works.
During this time, your mediator will look at your situation and determine how they can best support you both moving forward. They will also let you know how you can best prepare for mediation.
At the free consultation, your Aurit Center Certified Mediator will provide you with a quote for your all-inclusive mediation fee — to cover your entire mediation process, beginning to end. There are no surprise fees, and most clients feel a sense of relief and support after attending their consultation.
At The Aurit Center, our focus is always on helping you have a healthy divorce process. We are here for both of you every step of the way.
Here are just a few reasons why mediation is the healthy, cost-effective path forward:
A mediated divorce usually costs much less than going to court. Using a lawyer for a divorce can get very expensive, often costing tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Mediation gives you and your spouse complete control of the divorce agreements you reach. In court, a judge makes these decisions for you.
Spouses are much more satisfied with their agreements in mediation. After all, you know your family’s circumstances better than a judge ever could!
Mediation is not only cheaper than litigation, but it’s also typically much quicker. Contested divorces can take several years to reach a conclusion in court.
In mediation, you decide the pace of your process. Over 95% of Aurit Center cases reach full agreement on all divorce issues in two or four meetings. They also typically complete their divorce within two to four months.
Mediation encourages open, productive communication between you and your spouse. This will be very important going forward, especially if you have children together. An ongoing, healthy co-parenting relationship is important for your kids’ overall well-being.
It’s important to remember that mediation is an investment in a peaceful process and a brighter future for your family.
Conflict during divorce is disruptive for children. Co-parents who remain amicable after they separate create a much healthier atmosphere for their kiddos, helping them adapt to the transition much more smoothly.
Mediation provides a safe environment for spouses to speak openly and honestly throughout their divorce. It is a peaceful, collaborative path forward for families.
The cost of mediation is typically a fraction of what you’d spend in a courtroom divorce. Mediation also saves you from emotional stress. This leads to a more amicable outcome and a healthier co-parenting relationship during and after divorce.
Mediation lets you, your spouse, and your children move forward with peace of mind.
Contact us today to discuss how mediation might work for you.
