With the complexity of matrimonial law, the complexity of issues addressed in a divorce, and the duties and obligations assigned, self-representation, although your right, is not recommended. Because self-representation poses an unacceptable risk, your choices remain litigation or mediation. Divorce by litigation is by its very nature costly, hostile, aggressive, argumentative, and counterproductive to resolution. More importantly, litigation serves to fracture an already fractured relationship, further making it more difficult, if not impossible, for your family to move forward through the difficult times of divorce to the healing process. Litigation is also problematic because it takes control away from those who most need it. It's your family you know your strengths, weaknesses, personalities, children's needs, and financial capabilities. It's you that should be making the decisions on how best to move your family forward through the crisis of divorce to recovery, not disinterested third parties who have no real interests in your family's future. On the other hand, mediation is cost-effective, non-confrontational, and most importantly, self-determinative, meaning that the outcome, as it should be, is determined by you. Mediation remains - the sane alternative to contentious litigation. Contact us today to learn more.