How long will divorce take?

We offer convenient hours including evenings and weekends (at our satellite locations Plymouth, Hyannis, Worcester, Newton and Springfield) so you can get in to see us sooner. We will meet as few as two times, or more if needed, to flesh out the details of your agreement and get all of the information needed to prepare your documents. Within a few weeks of our last meeting you will receive a hearing notice from the court. The total time for your divorce from start to finish will be measured in weeks instead of months or even years that a contested divorce often takes.

Can divorce agreement be changed?

Everything in your agreement can be changed if you both agree. If you don’t agree to the change, you can petition the court to modify certain provisions of your agreement only if there has been a substantial change in circumstances. A modification can take as long and cost as much as a contested divorce. That’s why it’s so important to have a comprehensive agreement prepared by an experienced attorney-mediator. We can plan for a lot of the “what-ifs” and craft an agreement that can adapt as your needs and the needs of your children change. We can also mediate an agreement for modification to save time and money.

How is child support calculated?

The 2023 Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines is a comprehensive formula designed to allow children of divorced parents to enjoy the same standard of living in both households. The guidelines formula is intended to apply where children have a primary residence with one parent and spend approximately one-third of their time with the other parent. In this situation, the recipient will likely be responsible for childcare, extracurricular activities and clothing unless otherwise agreed. When parents share custody equally, the calculator will be different and more expenses such as clothing and school fees will be shared.

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Cape Cod Uncontested Divorce Conciliation & Mediation was founded by a seasoned divorce attorney who spent 30+ years in the “trenches” trying contested family law matters. Divorce and separation can bring out the worst in people. Many couples realize that a contested divorce is not for them for various reasons and would prefer a cooperative, amicable divorce. They agree, for the most part, on the major issues like custody, property division, child support and spousal support, but they don’t know how or where to start to dissolve their marriage.

We offer a low-cost alternative to litigation and traditional mediation. We will help you nail down your agreement; iron out any wrinkles; prepare your divorce documents including an expertly- drafted, comprehensive agreement for inclusion in your divorce judgment, and help you navigate the court process to ensure your papers get filed and approved by the court quickly. We offer a calming environment; daytime and evening appointments, virtual or in-person, and a low-stress experience. All major credit cards and Paypal accepted.

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A divorce agreement is one of the most important documents you may ever sign. If it isn’t done right, it may be unenforceable. If it turns out not to say what you intended, you may be stuck with it. And, if it left out important provisions, you may be out of luck. Don’t end up with Divorce Remorse. We are here to help.

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If you’re looking for a Cape Cod divorce lawyer / family law attorney, we are ready to serve you! How do you find the best divorce attorney to mediate and prepare your joint petition (also known as a 1A divorce) for divorce? There are many options for divorce mediation on Cape Cod, but our service is different. We offer a low-cost alternative to litigation and traditional divorce mediation. We will help you with the following:

Nail down your divorce agreement including property division, custody and parenting schedule, child support and/or alimony and iron out any wrinkles so you can avoid potential pitfalls;
Prepare your divorce documents, including an expertly drafted, comprehensive agreement for inclusion in your divorce judgment; and
File your papers with the court, and guide you through the hearing process.

For an affordable mediator and divorce lawyer on Cape Cod, contact us today!

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23:06 31 Dec 18

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06:28 17 Sep 19

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00:16 16 Oct 20

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14:10 21 Mar 22

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16:57 24 Aug 24

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Cape Cod Uncontested Divorce and Mediation offers low cost Divorce Mediation Services in all of Barnstable, Dukes and Nantucket Counties and Beyond:

Barnstable,Bourne, Brester, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth,Harwich, Hyannis, Mashpee, Orleans, Osterville, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, Yarmouth, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket

Also serving: Plymouth, Bristol, Norfolk, Middlesex, Hampden, and Worcester Counties.

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