SIDWEBER & WEINTRAUB, P.A.

Our practice is specialized and exclusively devoted to Marital and Family law, mediation and litigation, including the following: Dissolution of Marriage, Custody (Parenting Plan) and Timesharing issues, Paternity, Post-Judgment issues, Child Support, PreNuptial and PostNuptial matters, Alimony, Family Mediation, Modifications, Collaborative Law/Dissolution cases, Domestic Violence issues and all other matters within the perview of Matrimonial Litigation and Family Law Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Family law mediation is an alternative to traditional litigation. A mediator is a neutral third party, who assists and facilitates the negotiation of an agreement between the parties, without having to complete the case through litigation. Under current Family Law Rules, mediation is a required step before trial, or in some cases, before any temporary relief hearings may be scheduled. All discussions at or concerning mediation are confidential and not subject to disclosure. Mediation is not arbitration, since the parties are not bound unless they voluntarily agree to the final result. Family Law mediation can save thousands of dollars in litigation expenses, if the parties are able to reach an amicable agreement. Having a skilled mediator is critical to achieving such an agreement.