By Marcus Bell · September 2, 2026
A mediation session usually lasts half a day. The mediator is neutral and does not decide anything. Their job is to help both sides reach terms they can live with.
Many sessions use separate rooms, with the mediator moving between them. That means you never have to negotiate face to face if you would rather not.
Come prepared with your financial statement, a list of priorities and a realistic sense of what you can give up. We review all three with clients the week before.
When terms are reached, we draft a written agreement the same day so nothing is lost between the session and the court filing.
