Tampa Friendly Divorce focuses on a calmer, more affordable path to an uncontested divorce. Below is an overview of the services we offer and how our simple, transparent pricing works. To talk through which option fits your family, request a free consultation.
Divorce mediation
Mediation is an informal and confidential process of assisted problem-solving and negotiation. The mediation model we use was designed to make the transition of divorce easier and less expensive. Our team helps you reach a customized Marital Settlement Agreement that describes how you will handle your money and divide your assets and debts, a Parenting Plan that describes how you will co-parent your children, and a Child Support Guidelines Worksheet. These are the main divorce documents most likely to benefit from mediation.
Many couples go through this process without attorneys to save money, while others use attorneys and financial experts as consultants. We encourage both spouses to have an attorney review the Marital Settlement Agreement before signing. The court has ultimate discretion over whether to accept the terms of your agreement, and will look closely at plans that vary significantly from the statutory Child Support Guidelines.
Document and form preparation
To obtain a divorce there are additional steps beyond reaching an agreement, including filing several documents with the appropriate state court, paying the court filing fee, and attending a brief court hearing. In addition to mediation, we offer document preparation services. Once mediation is complete, we prepare the standard forms you may need to file for an uncontested divorce and can file your paperwork online for you. You remain responsible for the court filing fee.
Package options and pricing
We keep our options simple so you can choose the level of support that fits your family and your budget. Most couples split our fees evenly, though you are free to agree to a different arrangement.
Mediation Only
This package covers divorce mediation itself: a block of team mediation time, drafting of your Marital Settlement Agreement, and, if you have minor children, a Parenting Plan and Child Support Guidelines Worksheet. It is a strong fit for couples comfortable handling their own court filing once an agreement is reached.
Full Service
The full-service package includes everything in mediation, plus document preparation after your settlement documents are signed. We prepare the forms you may need for an uncontested divorce and can file online for you. If you do not ultimately reach a mediated agreement, you are not charged for the document-preparation services.
Custom (Hourly) Mediation
For couples who prefer to pay only for the time they use, we offer mediation on an hourly basis with reserved half-day and full-day sessions. This gives you flexibility when your circumstances do not fit neatly into a flat-fee package.
Want to know which option is right for you? Get in touch and we will walk you through the details.