Mediation is a private, guided conversation that helps people find workable agreements. It is faster, less expensive, and often less emotionally draining than litigation.
Mediation is a paid professional service, not a free legal aid program.
Most clients spend about one-third of what they would typically pay in attorney-driven litigation.
Typical Cost Comparison
Divorce Lawyer: about $15,000
Mediation: about $3,000
Every case is different. Actual costs can be lower or higher depending on complexity and cooperation. These numbers are average estimates we have found across common dispute scenarios.