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Please help with divorce mediation vs litigation

Started by justmyopinion_5 · Jul 28, 2025 · 1,402 views · 10 replies
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justmyopinion_5 OP

Quick background on my situation — any input appreciated.

divorce mediation vs litigation. I've been dealing with this for about 9 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already done some research online but the other party is not cooperating.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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pro_se_disaster_6

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

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average_joe_8

Oh god, another one of these.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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busyrn_33

Fwiw my neighbor dealt with this and said the lawyer made it go away fast.

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case_dismissed_69_12

I've dealt with this before.

Most folks screw this up by is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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exhibit_a_hole_10

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

Escalating actually worked for me/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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taxconfused_20

If you can swing it, a consultation is probably your best next move here.

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fine_print_reader_24

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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exhibit_a_hole_10

Classic scenario honestly.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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need_advice_asap_2

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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Emily_S_10

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.