233 E Main St, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
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If you and your spouse cannot agree on how to settle your divorce, you will have to go to trial. Regardless of the strength of your case, taking your case to trial involves a great deal of uncertainty. A Family Court Judge could give you what you ask for at trial. More likely, however, the Judge will award something different (better or worse) than the relief you have requested. There are times when taking your case to trial is either unavoidable or is your best option. Most often though, you will be placing life-impacting decisions in the hands of a judge who doesn’t know you, your finances, or your family dynamic. That’s when mediation makes the most sense. Per Court Rules, parties must participate in mediation prior to taking their case to trial. Martin Murphy is a Certified Family Court Mediator with years of experience in both representing clients at mediation and mediating cases for parties to help them resolve their matter. Do not trust just any mediator. Discuss the benefits of family mediation with us today by calling (843) 809-0232 or connecting with us online.
Understanding Certified South Carolina Family Mediation
Family mediation is required in mostly all of South Carolina domestic relations cases that don’t settle, including those related to legal separation, divorce, alimony, property distribution, and child custody – if a final agreement cannot be made. Mediation can last a full day at 8 hours, or minimum 3 hours by the courts. The court may order you to attend mediation before it rules on certain motions, or you may voluntarily engage in mediation with a certified lawyer before bringing your case to court.
Although many family law firms in the Tri-County area offer mediation services, Martin Murphy is a Certified Family Court Mediator you can trust in helping you settle your case and avoiding the expense and uncertainty of trial.
Benefits of Engaging in Charleston Family Mediation
Consider the specific benefits most families obtain by choosing the private dispute resolution services offered by our Tri-County certified family mediator:
- Faster Resolution: Mediation involves working together with a partner or co-parent to develop an agreed-upon resolution to domestic matters without unnecessary court intervention. Discussing and developing separation agreements, divorce settlements, or co-parenting agreements outside of the courtroom bypasses contested court proceedings and results in better legal resolution.
- Cost-Effectiveness: In-office sessions with a certified family mediator are substantially less expensive than hourly divorce attorney and litigation fees.
- Control: Unlike arbitration or litigation, you control the outcome of the mediation. You are not required to accept terms you disagree with and can even table certain issues for the court.
There are distinct advantages to engaging in family mediation with our Charleston area Family Court Mediator.
Reasons to Choose the Certified Legal Mediator at Martin Murphy Law LLC
Our dedicated family mediators have been serving the Moncks Corner community for years. We have both the experience and certifications necessary to provide you with top-quality family mediation services. Additionally, we strive to personalize each session to our clients’ needs while ensuring every party is fully heard and understood. Our lawyer also offers comprehensive family legal services in the event mediation is not in your best interest.
Your Moncks Corner Certified Family Mediation Attorney
Our experience as both certified family mediators and dedicated domestic relations lawyer allows us to address complex family issues in accordance with South Carolina law. Discuss the benefits of engaging in certified family mediation with our Moncks Corner divorce and child custody team today by calling (843) 809-0232 or connecting with us online.