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Rick has been my attorney for the last ten years. He has assisted me with several very important issues and
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Rick did an excellent job in resolving my case. He was very thorough, diligent, and determined. I would recommend him
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Compare The Costs | Is Mediation Less Expensive to Handle a Divorce Than Using Lawyers?
Absolutely. Mediation is generally a lot less expensive than litigated divorces or civil disputes. And, remember there is also the “emotional cost” that is higher with litigated cases.
For example, here’s what a typical Mediated vs. Litigated divorce case would cost:
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Savings by Using Mediation Instead of Litigation
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3 sessions at 3 hours, $2,800
*** plus preparation of paperwork and consultation with independent attorneys to review settlement options:
$6,500 Total |
Low conflict divorce or civil dispute, with some negotiation but uncontested final judgment. Both spouses have attorneys who charge $225 - $300 per hour:
$40,000.
Contested case which settles right before trial date:
$75,000.
Fully contested case which proceeds to trial
$225,000 |
Trip to Fiji for two, two weeks, all-inclusive package including room with a view:
$10,000
Undergraduate education, 4 years in-state tuition, Fresno State University:
$29,000
3 bedroom, 2 bath home, Fresno, Ca
$165,000 |
$33,500
$46,000
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Do you really want to spend your vacation money, your children's college education account, or the full value of your home on your divorce or civil dispute? Consider divorce mediation or civil mediation as a lower-cost, lower-stress alternative. |
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