Everyone responds to conflict differently. At the law office of David J. Crandall, we recognize that each situation is unique and that each divorce will require a tailored solution. Although some people would prefer to leave decisions to the court, divorce can often be resolved much more efficiently and cost-effectively through divorce mediation — if the couple is willing to work together toward a solution.
Is Divorce Mediation Right for You? We Can Help.
Our family law firm makes every effort in "traditional" divorces to obtain fair, successful and efficient results. Many people, however, wish to make the divorce process less adversarial, more amicable and more cost-conscious. David J. Crandall is frequently hired by divorcing couples to mediate or arbitrate their divorce.
Experienced in Divorce Mediation and Arbitration
Attorney David J. Crandall has mediated and arbitrated for the courts in Los Angeles County and Ventura County. Additionally, he served as a Judge Pro Tem in Los Angeles County and Ventura County for over 25 years. His experience in family law court provides him with the knowledge to understand the complexities of a divorce. He uses this experience to peacefully and effectively resolve divorces through mediation or to render impartial decisions in private arbitration.
Benefits of Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation can benefit you and your children. David Crandall can act as a neutral third-party, diffusing potential conflicts that may arise. Divorce mediation focuses on the issues at hand and finds agreeable solutions to child custody, property division and other disputes. Additionally, divorce mediation is cheaper and faster than the traditional divorce process. One of the most significant advantages of divorce mediation is that mediation allows the divorcing parties to retain control over the process, including how decisions are made, what decisions are made, how long the process takes and the expenses involved. Whereas, if the case proceeded to trial, a judge who is unfamiliar with the family would make decisions and court expenses quickly accumulate. The entire divorce mediation process is usually less emotionally traumatic on the children and on the divorcing couple.
The courts may sometimes require one issue to be mediated. This can occur if an issue is particularly contentious or if the courts think it is necessary.
California Divorce Arbitration
Arbitration is another method of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that is available for individuals seeking divorce in California. Arbitration is similar to trial in that a neutral third party (frequently a retired judge) will listen to testimony, review evidence and render an impartial decision on child custody, marital asset division and other matters. Arbitration is more private than a traditional family court hearing and is usually much quicker because it is not necessary to obtain a court date in the family court system. David J. Crandall is highly experienced handling divorce arbitrations in San Fernando Valley and Ventura County.
Contact a Divorce and Family Law Mediation Attorney
For some people experiencing divorce, mediation or private arbitration may be welcome options to resolving the delicate issues of child custody, property division and other divorce issues. To learn more about alternative dispute resolutions, such as divorce mediation or divorce arbitration, contact the law office of David J. Crandall to schedule a free consultation.
Our law firm has been serving clients throughout the San Fernando Valley and Ventura County since 1974. Our fees are always competitively priced.
