FCS offices are conveniently located in each family law location throughout the county.
Mediation is provided in a private counseling office with a court counselor.
The mediation conference allows both parents to work together toward a mutually acceptable agreement which is in the best interest of the children. In any dissolution matter or modification of an existing court order regarding child custody and visitation where there is a dispute, it is mandatory that the case be set for mediation prior to the court hearing. If no agreement is reached, a recommendation will be made by the court counselor and the court hearing will proceed. This may be done with or without attorneys. Service fees on a sliding scale are charged for the self-initiated mediation.