It is becoming more common for couples to settle disputed matters in a divorce in a private mediation or arbitration session as opposed to a public courtroom. In Tarrant County, family courts actually require parties in contested divorces to attempt to resolve their differences with a professional mediator first. In a mediation session, a professional mediator, who might be an attorney, counselor or other service provider, assists a couple in reaching agreement on the disputed aspects of their divorce. An arbitration session is similar, except that the neutral third party is an arbitrator who will make a binding ruling on the disputes on which the two sides fail to reach an agreement. When compared with the cost of litigation, mediation and arbitration often can save considerable time and money for parties in a divorce.
Arlington attorney Stephanie Foster is experienced in presenting her clients’ cases to an arbitrator or mediator. For more information regarding mediation and arbitration, contact The Law Offices of Stephanie A. Foster, P.C. at 817-277-2805. As an experienced divorce attorney, she can help protect your rights in your divorce settlement. The Foster Law Firm serves clients in Arlington, Mansfield, Southlake, Fort Worth, Colleyville, Hurst, Euless, Bedford and surrounding cities.