Divorce Mediation Services in Westport, CT
Your Pathway to Amicable Separation with Divorce Mediation
The divorce process involves two parties – the spouses who are separating. Sometimes the parties involved choose a mediator to get involved to help them through the process and work to a consensus on issues such as the division of assets, child custody, and visitation.
A mediator is typically an attorney or retired judge who works with the parties to make compromises and reach an agreement on the division of property and assets, alimony and child support, and custody issues. Mediation is often seen as a more amicable and less expensive way of resolving a divorce case.
At Ferro, Battey & Eucalitto LLC, our compassionate divorce lawyers have the knowledge and experience needed to mediate your divorce and help both parties reach an agreement. We proudly provide service to clients throughout the Westport, Stamford, Greenwich, New Canaan, and Fairfield, CT areas.
IS MEDIATION RIGHT FOR YOU?
As in all other aspects of a case when you are preparing for a divorce, mediation should be carefully considered. Before you determine that mediation is the right option for you, there are a few things to consider.
First and foremost, not every couple is a good candidate for mediation, and choosing mediation does not automatically mean that your divorce will be less contentious than others. Being able to trust your spouse throughout the process, as well as the process itself, is a must when beginning to consider mediation.
But for the right couple, mediation can offer many benefits, including flexibility and a way to keep private matters out of the public record, which they would become if the case were to go to court. A combination of mediation and litigation can be used as well in cases where both spouses are on the same page with most issues except a few.
LET US HELP YOU THROUGH MEDIATION. CONTACT OUR DIVORCE LAWYERS TODAY.
Call Ferro, Battey & Eucalitto, LLC today if you are preparing for a divorce and have questions about mediation. We can help clients throughout the state of Connecticut, including Darien, CT; New Canaan, CT; Greenwich, CT; Stamford, CT; Wilton, CT; Fairfield, CT; and Westport, CT. Contact our divorce lawyers today to get started.
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“I had a fairly complex case which involved adultery. Janet & Olivia were able to dissect the issue in a stepwise, logical manner, delivering ample rewards during the actual trial.”- Former Client
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“I know Ferro Family Law provided me the very best outcome I could hope for. Since then, I have retained them to represent me in some post judgment actions.”- Former Client
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“From the first time I met Janet & Olivia, through the end of my case, I knew I was in great hands. I cannot thank Ferro Family Law enough.”- Former Client
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“Aggressive, compassionate, cost-effective. I regularly refer Janet & Olivia to some of my most sensitive divorce cases. They are results-focused and responsive.”- Attorney Referral
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“This compassionate group of knowledgeable attorneys helped me and my children. I have and will continue to refer this firm to anyone in need of counsel for divorce.”- Former Client
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“Not only did Janet & Olivia quickly help me secure all protections for my daughter, they also ingeniously found a way to impel my spouse to get proper treatment.”- Former Client
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“Janet & Olivia genuinely care about all aspects of the client’s case and pay close attention to the client’s concerns, goals, and finances.”- Former Client
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“I have worked on several matters with Janet and Olivia. They are amazing attorneys. Smart, thorough and practical.”- Former Client
Have Questions?
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Does Connecticut have no-fault divorce?Connecticut has no-fault divorce, meaning that neither party needs to establish that the other is at fault to get divorced. Instead, to get divorced, one party must show that the marriage has irretrievably broken down with no hope of reconciliation. However, no-fault divorce does not mean that the fault of one or both parties is irrelevant. The court may still consider fault when making awards of alimony or dividing property.
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What is alimony?Alimony is a court-ordered payment from one party to another. There are several factors that come into play when determining if one party should be granted alimony including, but not limited to, the length of the marriage, the amount and sources of income, and the causes for the breakdown of the marriage. Connecticut does not have alimony guidelines, which means that the decision to award alimony, including the duration and the amount, is entirely in the judge’s discretion.
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What are the grounds for a “fault” divorce?
The fault grounds for divorce include adultery, fraudulent contract, desertion, alcohol or drug addiction, intolerable cruelty, imprisonment, and others. To get divorced, one party must establish one of these grounds. It is uncommon for one party to ask for a divorce on a fault-based ground.
A party does not need to file for divorce on a fault-based ground, however, to argue that the court should consider the other party’s fault. The court may consider the fault of either party when making alimony and property division orders.
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How long will the divorce process take?It depends. If the parties have an agreement on all issues and meet certain other conditions, they may get divorced as soon as 35 days from the date the divorce starts. However, that is atypical. Depending upon the contentiousness and complexity of the case, the case could last a year or more.
