When your petition is filed and your former partner has delivered a response, you can modify your custody order through mediation in Tempe or by going to trial. In certain situations, your case may need to proceed to the courtroom, especially if you are filing an emergency petition out of fear for your child’s safety. In many cases, however, it may be in your best interests to reach a resolution through mediation.
Mediation is a process where you and the other parent try to come to an agreement on the child custody order modification without going to court. A neutral third-party mediator will guide you through the decision making, and you have the right to have your attorney participate in this process. Mediation is typically less expensive, faster, and more predictable than having the court make these decisions on your behalf. To determine whether mediation is right for your case, speak to a lawyer at the Law Office of Karen A. Schoenau as soon as possible.