Charlotte Family Mediation, LLC is dedicated to providing a neutral space where our clients can work together to create solutions to the problems that arise when couples divorce.  We provide a confidential, affordable and impartial environment to help you resolve conflict with dignity and respect.  Relationships may not last, but families endure.  Charlotte Family Mediation, LLC helps families move forward with their lives in a constructive, healthy and positive way.

Divorce mediation is a method of resolving disputes in a relaxed setting as opposed to a formal court setting where witnesses and evidence are presented. Mediation is a voluntary process and an alternative to divorce litigation.  With the assistance of a neutral third party, a mediator, the parties work to create a settlement regarding property distribution, debt allocation, parenting arrangements, child support and spousal support.

"Traditional litigation is a mistake that must be corrected... For some disputes trials will be the only means, but for many claims trials by adversarial contest must in time go the way of the ancient trial by battle and blood. Our system is too costly, too painful, too destructive, too inefficient for really civilized people."  - Former Chief Justice Warren E. Burger, U.S. Supreme Court

Mediation is an alternative to litigation.  Unlike litigation, which puts your family disputes and private financial matters on a public record, mediation is a private and confidential process.  Mediation will save you thousands of dollars in attorney's fees and court costs.  When parties litigate, the outcome is unknown and you run the risk of receiving a decision that is not in the best interest of your family. With mediation, you maintain control of the outcome with an agreement that satisfies the needs of both parties.  The mediator's role is to act as a neutral third party who will keep the parties focused on reaching an agreement in order to move forward with their lives rather than dwelling on the past.  

The process of ending a relationship is a very painful and emotional experience.  It can be difficult for divorcing couples to communicate with each other in a manner that preserves mutual respect, especially when children are involved.  A mediator will assist the parties in keeping the focus on the best interest of the children.