Mediation Practice
A Smarter, Calmer Path To Resolving Family Law Disputes
Family law issues--such as divorce, property division, alimony, and child support--are often emotionally charged and deeply personal. While court may seem like the default option, litigation can be time-consuming, expensive, and adversarial. Fortunately, Family Financial Mediation in North Carolina provides a structured, confidential, and often more amicable alternative to resolving these disputes.
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At The Law Office of Bryan A. Corbett, PLLC, we believe that mediation empowers families to reach thoughtful, mutually beneficial solutions--without the stress and cost of a courtroom battle. Attorney Bryan Corbett is a Certified Family Financial Mediator through the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission, trained and authorized to help guide individuals and families through this process with fairness, efficiency, and compassion.
What Is Family Financial Mediation?
Family Financial Mediation (FFM) is a legal process in North Carolina where parties involved in a family law dispute work with a Certified Family Financial Mediator to try to reach a resolution. It is required in most North Carolina district court cases involving equitable distribution, post-separation support, and alimony.
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A certified mediator is trained to facilitate negotiation and help both parties understand their rights, interests, and options in a respectful and neutral environment.
What Can Be Resolved In Family Financial Mediation?
Mediation can be used to resolve nearly all financial aspects of a family law case, including, equitable distribution of marital property and debts, post-separation support, alimony, child support, attorney's fees, and tax considerations related to divorce.
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Mediation may also be used for custody and visitation issues, although those are often handled through the court's child custody mediation program.
Benefits of Family Financial Mediation
There are many benefits of the Family Financial Mediation process, including:
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Avoids Costly Court Battles: Mediation is typically far less expensive than litigation. It reduces attorney's fees, court costs, and the time it takes to resolve a dispute.
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Faster Resolution: Instead of waiting months (or longer) for a trial date, many family law matters can be resolved in one or two mediation sessions.
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Private and Confidential: Unlike court proceedings, mediation is conducted in private, and the discussions that take place cannot be used against either party in court.
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Greater Control Over the Outcome: In mediation, the parties--not a judge--decide the terms of their agreement. This often leads to more durable and practical solutions.
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Reduce Stress and Conflict: Mediation encourages respectful communication and collaboration, which can be especially important for families with children.
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Custom-Tailored Agreements: The flexible nature of mediation allows for creative solutions that may not be available through a court order.
The Role of a Certified Family Financial Mediator
Attorney Bryan Corbett is a Certified Family Financial Mediator through the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission. If selected to serve as a mediator, his role is to be a neutral third party who facilitates discussion and guides both sides toward a fair resolution using his deep legal knowledge and skilled mediation techniques.
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Whether you are participating in mediation required by the court or voluntarily seeking a peaceful resolution, Attorney Bryan Corbett would be honored to serve as your mediator. At the end of the day, his goal as a mediator is for you to wake up the next morning with the dispute behind you.
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At The Law Office of Bryan A. Corbett, PLLC, we are proud to offer professional mediation services and legal representation for those going through complex family law disputes. As a Certified Family Financial Mediator through the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission, Attorney Bryan Corbett is uniquely qualified to help families resolve disputes with dignity and mutual respect--whether by leading the mediation process or advocating for your rights within it.
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Ready to take a calmer, more cooperative path to resolution? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how mediation can work for you.