Meet Dina De Giorgio
“For 27 years, I have practiced as an attorney and mediator in my own boutique law practice specializing exclusively in Divorce, Family Law and Mediation. I focus on clients’ objectives and critical issues, unravel complicated finances and entanglements, and problem-solve to reach beneficial resolutions.
My clients choose me to be their ally to navigate complicated divorce matters—because of my deep experience and commitment to understand their goals and to avoid protracted and unnecessary litigation.”
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Mediation allows individuals to retain control over the process and the outcome of important decisions in their lives that will profoundly affect their finances, livelihood and family. In the mediation process a solution can usually be found within weeks instead of the months or years it may take in a traditional court process. Mediation is for any person who wants to solve their problems in less time and more cost effectively than using the court system.
The mediator will assist the parties in arriving at a mutually beneficial agreement that meets their immediate and long-term goals. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties and is not an advocate for either party over the other. The mediator will not decide who is right or wrong. With the mediator’s help the parties will determine what issues are important to each of them and come up with reasonable solutions to meet their goals. Click here to learn more.
The length of the mediation depends on the parties. A simple matter can be resolved in one or two sessions. A more complex matter may take longer. Each session is usually 1 ½ to 2 hours, but can last longer. The sessions are usually scheduled at the convenience of the parties.
The total cost of mediation varies depending on the amount of hours spent on the process, however mediation is always less expensive than litigation. Our popular pay-as-you-go model allows you to skip expensive attorney retainers and pay only as you need to. To learn more about our pay-as-you-go model and the forms of payment we accept, click here.
No, retainers are not necessary for mediation. Our popular pay-as-you-go model allows you to pay for mediation by the session. To learn more, click here.
Typically, our mediators are able to assist most parties in reaching an agreement. However, if for some reason an agreement is not reached the parties are free to move forward with the traditional litigation process. However, the mediation agreement states that all information exchanged in the mediation process is confidential and cannot be used for litigation purposes.
Yes, all information both financial and personal is kept confidential and is not disclosed by the mediator and cannot be used in any future litigation.
Each party is encouraged, but not required, to have the final agreement reviewed by an independent attorney before they sign it. Parties may consult with an attorney throughout the entire mediation process.
Litigation should be chosen as a last resort. If your spouse has already filed for divorce, if communication between you an your spouse has become strained, or if either of you refuse to mediate, litigation may be your best option. To learn if litigation is the best option for you, click here.
Here are some ways you can begin the mediation process today…
Have a conversation with your spouse about the mediation process as an alternative to litigation in court. Give me a call today so we can work together to ensure the best outcomes in your divorce.