For couples looking for Arizona divorce mediation without an unnecessarily complicated or expensive process, there is a simpler option.
Not every divorce needs months of negotiation, multiple professionals, or a complicated legal process.
Sometimes, two people have decided the marriage is over, understand the general shape of their finances, and agree on most of the big issues. They may still need help working through the details — but they don’t need to turn their divorce into a major undertaking.
That is exactly why we created Mediation Lite™ at Affordable Mediation.
What Is Mediation Lite™?
Mediation Lite™ is a streamlined divorce mediation process designed for Arizona couples whose divorces are relatively straightforward.
It gives couples professional guidance through the issues that still need to be resolved while keeping the process focused, efficient and affordable.
Rather than paying for a more extensive mediation package that you may not need, Mediation Lite™ is designed around a simpler divorce.
Who Is a Good Fit for Mediation Lite™?
You may be a good candidate if:
- You and your spouse have already agreed that you want to divorce.
- You can communicate reasonably well, even if you disagree about some details.
- You have a fairly clear understanding of your assets and debts.
- You agree on many of the major issues already.
- You want help finalizing the remaining decisions.
- You would rather work together than hire two attorneys and begin an adversarial process.
You do not have to agree on everything before beginning mediation.
In fact, that is the purpose of mediation.
The important distinction is that your divorce does not involve the level of financial complexity, conflict or extensive negotiation that would require a more comprehensive mediation process.
“Straightforward” Does Not Mean You Should Do It Yourself
This is where couples sometimes get into trouble.
They think:
We basically agree. We’ll just download some forms online.
But agreeing in principle is different from creating a complete divorce agreement.
Questions can quickly arise:
Who keeps which debt?
How will retirement accounts be divided?
What happens to the house?
When will payments be made?
How do you address parenting time, expenses and decision-making?
What details need to be included so you are not arguing about the same issue six months from now?
A good mediation process does more than help you reach agreement. It helps you think through the details while there is still an opportunity to address them together.
Divorce Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
One of the reasons divorce becomes so expensive is that the process itself can begin generating conflict.
More correspondence. More meetings. More positions. More issues to argue about.
For couples who are already largely on the same page, that can be completely unnecessary.
Mediation Lite™ is intentionally designed to keep the process contained.
We identify what actually needs to be resolved, work through those issues together, and move toward a complete agreement without turning every decision into a negotiation.
Can You Have an Amicable Divorce?
An amicable divorce does not mean the end of a marriage is easy.
It means you are choosing how you want to handle it.
For many couples, the goal is not to “win” the divorce. It is to separate their financial and family lives thoughtfully, protect what they have built, and move forward without spending unnecessary money or emotional energy fighting each other.
That is the philosophy behind Mediation Lite™.
A Calm, Structured Path for Arizona divorces.
Is Mediation Lite™ Right for Your Divorce?
Every divorce is different. If you are unsure whether your situation fits Mediation Lite™, we can help you determine whether the streamlined process is appropriate or whether your circumstances require more extensive mediation.
Mediation Lite™ is offered for a flat fee of $5,000 plus court filing fees.