Mediation can be used for several Family Law legal issues such as Divorce, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Property Divistion & Characterization, Second Parent Adoption, Legal Separation, or even Domestic Violence cases. Attorney B J Fadem, with over 20 years experience in Family Law has helped hundreds of clients settle their matters through Mediation.

Attorney B J Fadem, as a Mediator attempts to bring the parties' disputes to an early resolution through a conference. The Courts are not involved. The parties do not have to be represented by Counsel, but may.

As a Mediator Attorney BJ Fadem has assisted 100's of people resolve their issues without the huge complications of Court procedures, documents, and conflicts.  It first starts with a consultation with the parties involved to discuss the issue(s) involved and the goals that are desired.  BJ Fadem will advise all parties involved what will be required to make the Mediation move as smooth, civil and uncomplicated as possible.  The time frame for completion of the process will depend on the requirements of the legal issues.  BJ Fadem will guide you throughout the entire process to reach your goals as desired.

Mediation is less expensive then going through a Court Trial. It is usually faster then waiting for a Court opening. And clients have more control over the decisions made, whereas if you go to Court the Judge makes the decisions. Attorney B J Fadem, once the matters are agreed upon through Mediation, drafts the paperwork, processes the documents through the Court, and the Judge signs the Judgments. The case is settled.

If your case is a high-conflict matter and / or the Opposing Side is not willing to settle the matter civilly or politely, Mediation is not what you are looking for. Attorney B J Fadem will not Mediate if both parties are not willing to submit to the process and are eager to settle the matter agreeably. Attorney B J Fadem also will not legally represent either party.

Common questions are:

What is the difference between Mediation and Arbitration?
Mediation is the attempt to settle a legal dispute through a third party (mediator) and make those in conflict agree on a fair settlement out of Court.  Arbitraiton is a mini-trial held in an attempt to avoid a Court trial and conducted by a person or panel of people who are not Judges.

Can your Law Firm file our Legal docments in any County?
Yes.  We can file in all Northern California Counties and cities, including but not limited to: Santa Clara County, Alameda County, Santa Cruz County, San Mateo County, San Francisco County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Jacquin County, and Sacramento County.  We can also file in Southern California and can also file out of State.

When you consult with our Family Law Firm, you will be getting:

• Legal guidance based on over 20 years experience
• A Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State of California
• Free Initial Consultation. Please read the FAQs prior to your Initial Consultation.
• Access to any outside resources needed such as psychologists, analysts, investigators, forensic CPA
  
• A welcoming, child friendly office filled with toys
• An Attorney who is respected by many Judges in many counties and within the legal community

Your issue may be time sensitive. Please contact our office to set-up your Initial Consultation. Let's Talk. Please read the FAQs prior to your Initial Consultation.