Among the most emotionally-charged subjects involved in the divorce conversation is child support. Appropriately so, because child support discussions are rarely exclusively about the finances. Entangled with new living arrangements, shifting child care responsibilities, and an endless variety of changes, the child support discussion must be handled with patience, empathy, and most importantly, respect for everyone involved. 

While achieving a peaceful child support decision may seem impossible amidst the emotional turbulence, this problem, just like every other problem, is better resolved with calm planning and action over an emotional or frustrated reaction. Ultimately, arriving at a fair child support decision is about supporting your children. The sooner you can reach a reasonable resolution, the better off your children will be. 

While reaching a fair conclusion may not be easy, divorce mediators have successfully helped hundreds of individuals navigate this sensitive subject with clarity and compromise. By achieving fairness that’s founded on rational decisions, children receive the reliable support they need due to couples having a safe space to discuss their concerns. 

So, how does divorce mediation promote a more respectful child support resolution? 

Unbiased Guidance Promotes Peaceful Discussion

Through calm and solution-oriented guidance, our goal is to reduce emotional tension and lower defensive barriers. Especially worthwhile if you find yourself in a stalemate over certain issues, a mediator will weigh both perspectives and provide a professional recommendation from a neutral standpoint. Just like skilled therapist helps their patients manage personal challenges without judgment, neutral guidance provides a fact-based roadmap towards reasonable compromise. 

Legal Experience Simplifies the Process

Included with the constructive advice you receive during divorce mediation, it’s important to understand the legal child support obligations and how they relate to your situation. Seasoned professionals will walk you through every state regulation, assist with all documentation, and ensure that appropriate terms have been defined and agreed upon by both sides. By comparing assets, current income levels, and every other important detail included in a legal and fair child support agreement, they help you avoid legal penalties and other problems that can arise when child support obligations are neglected. 

Prevent Drawn Out & Expensive Legal Battles

Another way that mediation promotes respect and fairness for both sides involves the direct cost and time savings. By avoiding lengthy court battles, paying less to reach an agreement, and approaching sensitive subjects like child support with our help, both parties walk away with their dignity and feeling respected. By choosing healthy discussion and an honest appraisal of the situation over expensive court aggression, everyone wins in the end. 

Access the Courteous Guidance You Deserve

At Long Island Divorce, overcoming complex divorce topics through kind and considerate discussion is only the beginning. Contact our knowledgeable advisors for assistance to support your family and you with every other detail for a fair and amicable transition.