At Atlanta Divorce Mediation Services, we understand that divorce is a personal journey. Our team, under the guidance of Dr. Jeri Breiner, offers neutral mediation tailored to your unique needs, ensuring a fair and more affordable way to navigate this chapter of your life. Trust in our expertise for a supportive and cost-effective resolution. Start your personal journey and schedule a FREE consultation today.
Meet Dr. Jeri Breiner – a seasoned Clinical Psychologist and a Registered Mediator for Domestic Relations, Civil Neutral, and Domestic Violence issues through the State of Georgia Supreme Court. Dr. Jeri draws upon her four decades of experience as a Clinical Psychologist guiding couples on how to find an agreement that respects each party’s perspective and also considers the impact of those decisions on their futures. With more than 20 years of research dedicated to parenting, including children with disabilities, Dr. Breiner helps parents to craft a personalized and practical parenting plan and make custody decisions. This plan is tailored to individual circumstances and the specific needs of their children, playing a pivotal role in restoring stability and well-being for families undergoing the challenging process of divorce. The mission of Atlanta Divorce Mediation Services is to TAKE THE TRAUMA OUT OF THE PROCESS.
Dr. Jeri’s background in clinical psychology provides neutral guidance, steering clients through the 20 to 25 critical areas that require attention during divorce proceedings. Empowering individuals to shape their own destinies, this process culminates in a fair and equitable agreement known as a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). By opting for mediation, individuals take control of their outcomes rather than relying on attorneys or a judge to make decisions on their behalf. Upon completion of the process and the signing of the MOU by all parties, the agreement can be seamlessly processed in court with or without the assistance of an attorney.
1. Schedule a Free Consultation: Set up a complimentary 30-minute consultation with Dr. Jeri for both you and your spouse. If you decide to proceed with mediation, we’ll schedule your first mediation session, either in person or remotely.
2. Talk About It: Have a conversation with your spouse about taking control of your future by making decisions together, rather than relying on strangers, courts, and judges. If it seems challenging, no worries – our team will guide you on respectful communication during the mediation sessions.
3. Prepare Your Financial Information: You will need to start gathering essential financial details from the date the marriage began through present. Examples include home mortgage information, current market value, bank and retirement accounts, loan and credit card balances, car-related costs, childcare expenses, insurance costs and business valuation if self-employed. This information ensures a more cost-effective and time-efficient mediation process.
4. Start Mediation Sessions: Anticipate an average of three mediation sessions, each lasting about an hour and a half. Take as much time between sessions as needed to make well-informed decisions. During breaks, consult with financial, legal, and other advisors to ensure your comfort with the decisions being made.
Remember, your mediator understands the stress you’re going through and is here to assist in making practical decisions that will benefit you both now and in the future. Relax and trust the process.
5. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will be drafted: Once the decision-making phase concludes, your Divorce Mediator will compose a comprehensive MOU detailing all agreements reached. If you have minors you will also receive a comprehensive Parenting Plan and a copy of the Child Support Worksheet through the court.
6. Review the MOU and Make Necessary Corrections: You’ll receive a Rough Draft of all documents for your review, providing an opportunity to make corrections or address any concerns or remediate any remaining issues.
7. Sign the MOU: You and your spouse will either meet in person or receive a Docusign version of your MOU and all related paperwork for both parties and the mediator to sign.
8. Get Your Original Signed MOU Copy: Each party will receive an original signed copy of the agreement. You can choose to file it with the court in your county or enlist the services of an attorney from our list, specializing in mediation-friendly processes, for a pre-negotiated flat fee.
9. File Your MOU: That’s it! Once your original signed agreements are in hand, you can file it with the court in your county of residence either with or without an attorney. Once signed by both parties, the MOU is ready for the Judge to sign an order called a Final Decree of Divorce.
Should new issues arise, or revisions be necessary, you can always return for mediation instead of resorting to litigation. We’re here to support your ongoing needs.
