Category: Preparing for Mediation

Explore practical tips and guidance to help you prepare for family mediation, organize information, and approach the process with confidence.

  • Can I Go Through Family Mediation Without an Attorney?

    This is a topic that seems obvious but really isn’t. When I first went through my divorce, I immediately thought, Who’s my attorney, not What can be figured out in mediation. I didn’t understand that I control the process. I didn’t understand that I was supposed to not only participate, but make the decisions. I… Read more

  • What to Expect at Your First Mediation Session

    If you’ve never been to mediation before, you’re probably filling in the blanks yourself. Nervous is normal. You don’t need a monologue prepared, and you certainly don’t need all the answers squared away. The great part is, you already have the boring paperwork out of the way. You’ve completed the forms. I’ve reviewed them, and… Read more

  • Florida Court Forms & Why They Matter

    If you’re dealing with a Florida family law matter, you’re probably going to come across some paperwork along the way. Some of it may even make its way into the mediation room. These are not MFM forms. They’re part of Florida’s family law and court process, and which forms apply depends on your situation and… Read more

  • Getting Ready for Mediation (Without Overthinking It)

    If you’re preparing for mediation and your brain is already doing too much — this is for you. We’ll keep it simple: what to gather, what to think through, and how to show up prepared without spiraling. Read more