Burnsville, Minnesota–Divorce is rarely a conflict-free process. Anger and hurt drive people to react in ways that they normally would not. The state of Minnesota requires divorcing couples to participate in an ADR before going to court, leading many couples to choose mediation to meet this requirement. In general, more couples are making the decision to go to a mediator to get a better resolution and pay less. In most cases, mediation is between 20% and 50% less than a case that goes into litigation. In addition, the resolution is usually met with more respect and less conflict than those that are acted out in the courtroom. For anyone who considers mediation, the quality of the mediator is an important factor in making your choice. Amber Serwat has the experience and dedication to her clients to help find the best resolution for their divorce in Minnesota.

Even under the best of circumstances, divorce is difficult. Mediation can help alleviate some of the stress by avoiding some of the negative impacts. It approaches the process as a negotiation in which both sides respectfully work to find an outcome that will work for them both. Instead of going head-to-head in an attempt to “beat” the other party, each spouse works with the other in an attempt to obtain a fair resolution. The exceptionally high success rates of 80% to 90% are evidence that the mediation process is a better alternative to almost every couple going through a divorce in Minnesota. At the very least, couples should begin with the mediation process. If the process proves to be unsuccessful, they can always proceed to litigation in court.

Many people who are facing divorce in Minnesota have never gone to court before. They do not understand the significance of putting something that is important to them in front of a judge and then having to abide by their decision. The only thing that the judge has to base their decisions on is the law. On the contrary, mediation allows the two people involved in the divorce case to make a settlement based on their own situation. This is especially beneficial when children are involved in the divorce and custody must be considered. Amber Serwat has the unique understanding required to effectively and efficiently mediate the conditions of a divorce in Minnesota involving parental custody and parental rights.

About Amber Serwat

Amber Serwat (www.divorcemediationservicesmn.com) is a divorced mother of two school-age children. She understands the frustrations, concerns and fears of her clients going through a divorce in Minnesota. She uses a client-centered process that empowers individuals so they can achieve the resolution to their divorce that is fair, affordable, and workable for both spouses. The two key components she uses in her philosophy are to conserve financial resources and develop successful parenting partnerships.