Long Island Family Law and Mediation Blog
The end of a marriage is difficult for any couple to navigate. Whether you’ve spent months or years with your partner, untangling your life, working out child custody, parenting time, child support, maintenance (alimony) and assets from theirs can be extremely complex. Often, the first step in streamlining the process, is choosing the right strategy.
For some couples, a traditional litigation procedure will be the most suitable option. For many residents of Oswego County, however, divorce mediation stands as a valuable alternative. While mediation doesn’t appeal to every couple, it can be extremely effective at minimizing the stress associated with the divorce journey, preserving amicable relationships, and accelerating results.
As both a family law attorney in New York, and a divorce mediator, I’ve seen for myself how successful mediation can be, which is why I recommend it to many of my clients. The main issue in the past, has been offering my services to Oswego County residents, located a significant distance from my office in Nassau County, Long Island.
Fortunately, with digital divorce mediation services, I can now ensure anyone in New York and Long Island has the freedom to work with me as their divorce mediator. Here’s why you might choose me help you through the divorce process.
Digital Divorce Mediation for Oswego County
Oswego County, located in Central region of New York, is an incredible historical location. It was established initially as a trading post by the British in the 1700s, and has grown significantly throughout the years. Today, the region is home to many beloved landmarks, from Brietbeck Park, to the Fort Ontario State Historic Site.
In my life, I’ve visited this region numerous times having known people that went to SUNY Oswego. However, I haven’t always been able to offer my services as a divorce mediator to the families and couples in the region.
In the past, divorce mediation sessions were typically held on a face-to-face basis, in comfortable and professional office locations, like my office here in Jericho County. Couples that wanted to engage my services would have had to travel significant distances just for those face-to-face conversations.
This meant many clients in Oswego County were forced to focus their attention on local mediators, for convenience, even if they didn’t match their needs perfectly. Since the pandemic, however, the legal landscape has digitally transformed. With video conferencing platforms like Zoom, and e-filing systems for court documents, it’s possible for mediators like me to offer a virtual service.
Now, anyone, regardless of their location in New York or Long Island, has the freedom to choose my services for their mediation needs.
A Family Lawyer and Divorce Mediator
There are many reasons why couples in Oswego County have chosen to seek out my services in the past, despite their distance from my divorce, mediation and family law office. One of the most significant is the unique experience and perspectives I can bring to the role.
Though all divorce mediators need to be somewhat versed in divorce and family law, they don’t need to be attorneys. Some practice mediation after a career in therapy, financial services, or various other backgrounds. However, since I was admitted to the New York State Bar over 25 years ago, I’ve spent a long time serving clients as a New York lawyer, having been admitted to the Bar in 1999.
Unlike other mediators, I have direct experience presenting various cases to the court, related to everything from equitable distribution arguments, parenting rights, custody claims, and more. This hands-on experience means I have a deep understanding of the challenges that couples face during divorce proceedings, and how court decisions are made.
I use this experience regularly in divorve mediation sessions, providing insights into how the courts may view agreements, and which decisions need to be prioritized. My clients find this objective and professional guidance often helps them avoid disruptions and complications throughout their journey.
An Experienced and Flexible Mediator
Mediation has been a fundamental service offered by my office for some time now. After I discovered my passion for family law, working with the Assigned Panel of Suffolk County, early in my career, I opened my own law practice. From there, I began constantly looking for ways to better serve the clients in my care. Mediation emerged as a valuable option.
After undergoing extensive training, I decided to offer divorce mediation alongside my services as a divorce lawyer and family law attorney, providing clients with an alternative way to navigate the divorce process. I quickly discovered how effective mediation could be for many couples, which prompted me, when possible, to expand my services, with virtual mediation solutions.
Both in face-to-face and digital sessions, Oswego County residents who work with me can expect an objective, friendly, and professional experience, customized to their needs. Aside from using my knowledge of the legal landscape for evaluative mediation strategies, helping clients to understand how courts may view the agreements they make, I use various other methodologies.
I find interest-based negotiations to be particularly valuable to ensuring both parties have the opportunity to express themselves, and identify their priorities. Additionally, facilitative mediation techniques have proven incredibly useful at nurturing the flow of valuable conversations. With open-ended questioning, I find my clients can quickly get to the bottom of the reasons behind their concerns and goals, and reach amicable outcomes.
Convenient Oswego County Digital Mediation
I believe divorce mediation is a fantastic alternative to traditional litigation processes in many cases. While it’s not right for everyone, all couples should have the option to choose mediation when possible, and also select the mediator that works best for their needs.
Now that I can offer digital mediation services to Oswego County residents, I can ensure couples anywhere have the freedom to work with me as their mediator, even if they prefer to avoid long commutes and expensive travel costs. With virtual platforms, I can guide couples through the divorce process from the comfort of their own homes, at a time that suits them.
If you believe virtual mediation might be right for you, contact my family law office either on the phone, using the phone number on this website, or through our contact form. We’ll arrange an initial consultation with you and your partner, to help start the next stage of your journey.