“How long will our divorce take?”
Most couples who choose divorce mediation want to know how long is the divorce mediation process. The answer depends on your circumstances, but most couples who work with Affordable Mediation in Arizona complete their divorce in approximately 3 – 4 months.
That’s often much faster than traditional litigation.
Arizona Has a Mandatory Waiting Period
Arizona law requires a minimum 60-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.
Even if you reach agreements quickly, the court generally cannot finalize your divorce until that waiting period has passed.
What Affects the Timeline?
Some couples move through mediation quickly because they are motivated to reach agreements and already have their financial information organized.
Others choose to take more time.
There is no prize for finishing first. Mediation allows couples to move at a pace that feels comfortable while still making thoughtful decisions about their future.
What Happens After We Reach Agreements?
Once all agreements are reached, we prepare the final divorce documents for signature and filing.
After submission, Arizona courts may take up to approximately 21 days to review and sign the Consent Decree.
Is Mediation Faster Than Hiring Attorneys?
In many cases, yes.
Litigated divorces often involve multiple court dates, attorney scheduling, formal discovery, and delays that can extend the process for many months or even years.
Mediation focuses on problem-solving rather than courtroom battles, which often helps couples move forward more efficiently.
The Bottom Line
Most Affordable Mediation Arizona clients complete their divorce in approximately 3 to 4 months, including Arizona’s mandatory waiting period.
The process can be faster or slower depending on the complexity of the issues and the pace the couple chooses.
The good news? You remain in control of the timeline – not the court calendar.
Affordable Mediation Arizona helps couples resolve divorce privately, efficiently, and with less conflict than traditional litigation.