During a case, the judge will require you to attempt settling with the opposing party before a trial will be scheduled. The most common way for cases to be settled is through mediation. Mediation is the process of enlisting the help of an experienced attorney who is an expert in family law and understands how a judge will view the various issues. This process is not only able to save valuable time and money during a dispute, but it gives the parties satisfaction as they are more involved in the decision being made. During the mediation process, it’s very helpful to have someone who holds a neutral position, a mediator, to evaluate each person’s claims and attempt to come to a voluntary agreement, rather than have the court make the decision.

As experienced family law attorneys and mediators in the St. Cloud area, J.R. Spangler, and Jessica Mikkelson understand the issues of mediation and the importance of helping families reach mutual agreements. Each of our mediators is committed to listening carefully to both parties’ needs and working toward solutions that serve the best interests of the family.