Mediation and collaborative divorce are both alternatives to courtroom litigation, but they function very differently. In mediation, a neutral third party facilitates negotiation between the parties, who may or may not have attorneys present. In collaborative divorce, both attorneys are active participants throughout every meeting, and the entire process is governed by the participation agreement all four parties sign before it begins.
Mediation is a required step before trial in most contested Kissimmee divorce cases. Collaborative divorce is a voluntary alternative to the litigation track altogether. Some Osceola County divorces combine both: a collaborative process to reach agreement on most issues, followed by mediation to finalize what remains. Brodzki Jacobs advises Kissimmee clients on which combination of tools fits their situation and what each involves in terms of timeline, cost, and likely outcome. Contact the firm to map out the right approach before committing to either.
