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Is Divorce Mediation Right For You?

The length of mediation depends on what issues have been agreed to prior to mediation and what needs to be addressed by the mediator. Also, the amount of time spent in mediation is based on you and your spouse’s willingness to come to an agreement. The time spent in mediation can be reduced if you and your spouse resolve some issues prior to mediation so that the issues are narrowed. In our experience, divorce mediation may require several sessions. Again, the length of mediation will depend on the issues to be resolved, the complexity of those issues and the level of animosity the parties have for one another. If either one of the spouses is unwilling to move from their position on a particular issue, mediation may not work and the divorce may have to proceed to court. This is when the costs increase substantially and the “fight” beings.

How Much Does Mediation Cost?

According to a study published in Money magazine, the average divorce mediation costs around $3,000 and took approximately three months. We provide you that report as opposed to our experience because it is hard to give an average cost. We have had mediation cases cost only $1,000 and take one mediation session. We have had others take a full year and cost more than $10,000. The number of issues, the information needed, the complexity of the issues and the emotional state of the parties are all factors in the how long divorce mediation takes and, in turn, how much it costs.

Importantly, the cost of litigating your divorce instead of resolving it through mediation can be financially devastating. The average litigated divorce in New Jersey costs approximately $10,000 to $15,000 and takes between 12 and 24 months. If your case does not settle, a trial can cost $25,000 to $50,000 or more. No one knows your situation like you do. We stress that you do not want a judge, who is a stranger to your life, to make decisions about how to resolve your divorce. By going to mediation, you and your spouse have all the power to reach an agreement that you think it fair and reasonable under the circumstances. Also, remember that divorce in the court system is public. Anybody can sit in court and hear about your life. Divorce mediation is confidential, private and conducted behind closed doors.

Our firm offers divorce mediation services to clients all across New Jersey.


Want to learn more? Contact us to schedule a mediation session with the divorce mediators at Netsquire.


 

By signing up for the Netsquire Flat-Fee Divorce System YOU will receive ALL of the following:

Full Settlement Agreement that is ready to be signed and resolves all of your issues (with one-on-one mediation if necessary)

$2,500+ Value

The filing of all documents with the court to get you divorced.

$2,500 Value

Access to our PRIVATE Members Only Facebook Group, where you can ask questions and get additional help as you go through the process.

$197 Value
WHICH PACKAGE IS BEST FOR YOU?

Choose Your Peace Plan

Four flat-fee divorce options designed for New Jersey couples who want predictable costs, clear timelines, and peaceful resolutions.

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Simple Split
Plan

Best For: No children, no real property, amicable split

$2,495
or $1,309 x 2 payments
Timeline: 6-8 weeks

Features
✓ Intake Session
✓ Simple terms in divorce judgment
✗ No Mediation Sessions
✗ No Negotiation Support
✓ Up to 1 hour Communication Time
✓ 2 document revision rounds
✓ Judgment of Divorce Court Filing
✓ 30-min strategy call (Post Divorce Settlement)

Ideal Situation
• Married less than 5 years
• No children together
• No shared property
• Both agree to divorce

Smart Settlement Plan

Best For: Children and/or property, already agreed on terms

$3,795
or $1,957 x 2 payments
Timeline: 8-10 weeks

Features
✓ 60 minutes Initial Strategic Call
✓ Comprehensive agreement
✗ No Mediation Sessions
✗ No Negotiation Support
✓ Up to 1 hour Communication Time
✓ 2 document revision rounds
✓ Judgment of Divorce Court Filing
✓ 30-min strategy call (Post Divorce Settlement)

Ideal Situation
• Have children and/or property
• Already discussed major terms
• Both ready to finalize
• Want professional documentation

Peaceful Mediation Plan

Best For: Need guidance to reach agreement, both willing to work together

$4,995
or $2,557 x 2 payments
Timeline: 8-12 weeks

Features
✓ 60 minutes + prep materials
✓ Comprehensive agreement
✓ Mediation Sessions Up to 3 hours via Zoom
✓ Guided mediation process
✓ Up to 1 hour Communication Time
✓ 2 document revision rounds (each party)
✓ Judgment of Divorce Court Filing
✓ 30-min strategy call (Post Divorce Settlement)

Ideal Situation
• Need help reaching agreements
• Both willing to compromise
• Want neutral guidance
• Prefer collaboration over conflict

Advocate
Plan

Best For: Close to agreement but need help finalizing with spouse/attorney

$5,295
or $2,707 x 2 payments
10-14 weeks

Features
✓ 60 minutes + legal advice
✓ Comprehensive agreement
✗ No Mediation Sessions
✓ Up to 4 hours with spouse/attorney
✓ Up to 2 hour Communication Time
✓ 2 document revision rounds
✓ Judgment of Divorce Court Filing
✓ 30-min strategy call (Post Divorce Settlement)

Ideal Situation
• 80% agreed on terms
• Spouse has attorney
• Need negotiation help
• Want strong advocacy

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Divorce In 4 Steps:

1
Protect your kids

From custody to visits to holidays, we’ll walk you through every decision you need to make in order to move on with your life while protecting your kids.

2
Handle your money

Should there be alimony? What about child support? How are your children’s expenses going to be shared? We’ll help you figure it all out.

3
Divide your stuff

We’ll help you decide how to divide your marital home, bank accounts, retirement accounts, cars, debt, and anything else you need to split up.

4
Get your divorce.

Once you create an agreement about your money, your children, and your stuff, we’ll file all your documents and make sure your divorce is done quickly and correctly.

Your Guides to a Peaceful Separation.

Most law firms don’t know how to resolve divorce. They only know how to fight – because that’s how it’s always been done.

At Netsquire, we’ve ripped up the divorce playbook to make it quicker, simpler, and drama-free. We offer online mediation and document prep services, all for one transparent, flat fee.

With a whole lot of experience under our belts—decades, in fact—we’ve given thousands of couples the nudge they needed to move past divorce and rediscover their happy place.

We’re not just attorneys. We’re your guides, allies, and advocates. We’ll navigate this journey with you, prioritizing your peace of mind and financial health along the way.

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Don't blow all your money on this divorce.
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Go ahead, select the package and payment plan that works best for you. If you decide that it is not for you before we draft any documents or you commence mediation, we will refund 100% of your money (less a 3% credit card fee). If you decide to cancel after we do some work, we will issue you a partial refund…NO QUESTIONS ASKED.

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Owner & Attorney, Netsquire