Arizona Family Law Mediation

Mediation should be the first option for individuals involved in a family law dispute.  Whether the concern is a divorce, a legal separation, a paternity action (when parents are unmarried) a child support, custody or parental access modification action, or other legal matters, mediation offers the best environment for a speedy, fair and cost-effective resolution to family law disputes in Arizona.

After witnessing the impact of acrimonious litigation, Alona became committed to resolving disputes for families through mediation because it is less disruptive, more effective adn less costly.    The most contentious cases can take over a year to complete, and then the parties often return to court every few years in an attempt to modify the Order, where children are involved.  The cases can cost tens of thousands of dollars and result in a relationshp between the parents that is irreparably damaged.

Mediation works to preserve relationships and improve post-dissolution relationships in which the parents can work together for the children’s best interest.  Parents will be connected through their children for the rest of their lives.  Even after their children are adults, there may be graduations, weddings and grandchildren.  Mediation creates final orders that the parties are more likely to accept and follow, and mediation allows for parents to move forward with their lives in a positive, empowering way.

Mediation is also appropriate for the dissolution of same-sex relationships and other relationships outside of marraige.  Unmarried couples often have to divide property and debts, and mediation offers a relaxed and effective forum to resolve such matters.

Alona has practiced family law as an attorney for over 13 years and has settled numerous high conflict family law cases as a neutral party.

Because cost if often a concern for people going through a divorce, Alona offers sliding scale fees to lower income parties.

“The hardest part about a divorce should not be getting a divorce.”

Simmons & Gottfried, PLLC mediates other types of cases including Business, Employment and Real Estate.

Simmons & Gottfried, PLLC.
3877 N. 7th Street, Suite 340
Phoenix, AZ 85014