While there are instances where a litigation process navigated with the help of a divorce lawyer or family law attorney like me will be the only suitable option for certain couples, mediation appeals to a wide range of clients. Unfortunately, finding the right divorce mediator for your needs can be complex, particularly if you’re limited to experts in your local region.
That’s why virtual divorce mediation services are becoming so valuable. They allow mediators like me to offer comprehensive, personalized services to clients through virtual conferencing tools like Zoom, ensuring anyone can participate in mediation sessions from the comfort of their own home, wherever they are, provided New York would have jurisdiction.
If you’re looking for virtual divorce mediation services offered by a friendly professional with legal experience, here’s why you might consider working with me.
Comprehensive Support from a New York Local
Although divorce mediation can offer a more straightforward alternative to litigation when navigating the divorce process, it requires a careful, strategic approach. Choosing a mediator familiar with how things happen in New York state court rooms (since I am also a litigator), and Long Island, can be an excellent way to reduce the risk of disruptions and challenges throughout the process.
Though I live in Suffolk County, I am a native resident of New York and Long Island, and have spent years exploring many counties and boroughs, both as a tourist and a legal professional. My office is located in Nassau County, New York.
Oneida County, named in honor of the Oneida people, is home to the Adirondack Railroad and Delta Lake State park.
Mediation clients may struggle to make the journey to my office for regular mediation sessions from Oneida County. Fortunately, the evolution of digital technologies like Zoom, and the ability professionals have nowadays to e-file documents with the courts is improving accessibility to divorce and mediation services.
Today, I can easily and safely offer convenient divorce mediation sessions to clients all over Long Island and New York, from Suffolk County, to Oneida County, offering each couple the same level of expertise, support, and convenience.
Extensive Experience in Family Law Cases
While local Oneida County divorce mediators may have a deep knowledge of the region, as well as nearby office locations, not every divorce mediator has a background in family law. Many mediators come to their professions from a range of backgrounds, building on their experience in areas like financial management, counselling, or consultation.
My clients often find my extensive experience as a family attorney to be extremely helpful throughout their mediation journey. Although I still advise clients to seek the support of a review attorney (I am sometimes hired to be a review attorney when couples are mediating with a different mediator), my knowledge and background means I can offer useful advice and insights into the workings of New York courts, and how legal decisions are made.
This helps me to guide my clients through complex negotiations about equitable distribution, child custody and parenting time, and even how maintenance (or spousal support) should be distributed. Since 1999, I have been a member of the New York State Bar, and have worked with various firms to help clients pursue their best interests in numerous cases.
After joining the Suffolk County Assigned Panel, in the early 2000s, I discovered an affinity for matrimonial and family law, which led me to open my own legal office, first in Suffolk County, then Nassau County. From here, I offer clients a range of services, as a litigator, consultant, negotiator, and mediator.
Convenient and Customized Mediation Services
Over the years, I’ve seen the power of litigation and mediation in a range of divorce cases. I now believe mediation is one of the best ways to negotiate agreements between divorcing couples, should the situation allow for this form of dispute resolution. Since I began offering mediation services, while still litigating cases as well, I’ve constantly focused on delivering comfortable and convenient experiences to every client, tailoring my services to their needs.
In many cases, I’ll draw on a range of techniques to facilitate better discussions and faster resolutions for clients, leveraging my unique expertise. For instance, since I’m also a family lawyer, I can use evaluative mediation strategies to help show clients the challenges they may face when presenting agreements to the courts for tricky situations, such as arranging child custody and parenting time. This can help reduce disruptions in the mediation process.
Based on my experience interacting with courts and clients over the years, I’ve also developed strong facilitative mediation strategies, using strategies like open-ended questioning to get to the heart of each client’s issue, and streamline the flow of communication. I also use interest-based strategies of negotiation to try to ensure that each client feels their voice and concerns are heard throughout the mediation process, creating an environment of mutual respect and open conversation.
Now, with virtual divorce mediation services for Oneida County and other New York State residents, I can empower every couple to access comprehensive support, from the comfort of their own homes.
Divorce Mediation Made Simple for Oneida County Residents
For years now, even before New York courts implemented presumptive divorce mediation policies, couples across the region have seen the benefits of alternative dispute resolution methods. However, many have struggled to access support from a mediator that offers the right blend of convenience, experience, and local knowledge.
With virtual divorce mediation services, I can empower individuals from throughout Oneida County, as well as couples across New York and Long Island to access the solution that’s right for them. If you’re looking for a straightforward and simple approach to divorce mediation, that combines convenience with legal experience and New York insights, I can help.
You can contact my team through the contact form or phone number on this website to discuss your virtual divorce mediation options and arrange an initial consultation. I look forward to working with you on an effective divorce mediation journey.