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You’ve probably heard before that it’s in your best interest to settle your divorce out of court, and to get as much done in mediation as possible. But why exactly is this?
Here are just a few of the biggest reasons why you should do everything you can to avoid going to trial with your divorce case.
- Time: Divorces that go to trial take significantly longer than divorces accomplished through mediation or other collaborative efforts. In complex or contentious cases, the divorce might last more than a year, far longer than it otherwise would outside of court. A lot of this time will simply be spent waiting for open dates on the court calendar.
- Money: The longer the divorce takes, the more expensive it becomes. You have to pay for your attorney’s time, as well as the time you take up in court. Costs increase exponentially when you go through a courtroom divorce.
- Lack of control: The moment your case goes to trial, you forfeit control over the outcome of your case. In mediation and settlement negotiations, you have a much more hands-on role in determining the outcome and your future. In a trial, your future is in the hands of a judge, and all you can do is make the best arguments you can.
- Stress: If you think mediation is stressful, wait until you get into a trial setting. The stakes become much higher, and the drawn-out process can take a toll on your physical and emotional health, as well as the mental health of your children.
For more information about mediation and avoiding a trial in your divorce, contact an experienced Minnesota divorce lawyer at Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A.
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