Divorce Without Court
Achieve a fair and amicable divorce agreement with the support of our experienced and compassionate attorney-mediators.
Divorce Mediation in New Jersey & Pennsylvania
At New Hope Divorce Mediation, we help New Jersey and Pennsylvania couples resolve their divorce with dignity and avoid unnecessary conflict. Our process offers a respectful alternative to litigation, guided by experienced attorney-mediators who understand the emotional, legal, and financial challenges of divorce. Whether you are looking for clarity, closure, or a more peaceful way forward, we are here to help you find your path to a fair and lasting agreement.
We proudly serve mediation participants throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, offering convenient, confidential divorce mediation services.
Divorce With Dignity
Mediation keeps you in control of what is most important to you and your family. With skillful support from compassionate attorney-mediators, our proven, comprehensive divorce and custody mediation process helps you and your spouse reach agreements efficiently and privately. Our experience makes your experience better.
Divorce Mediation With New Hope Is…
A Smoother Approach
We’ve designed our process to reduce stress, minimize friction, and guide you toward resolution—step by step. Our private, structured sessions create a safe space for open communication where each voice is heard. The result is a clear, enforceable agreement that reflects your shared goals and avoids unnecessary conflict.
A Personal Approach
Every divorce is different. That’s why we tailor every mediation to your family, your goals, and your communication style. Our dedicated team provides consistent guidance and support throughout the process, helping you feel empowered and informed at every step.
An Expert Approach
With deep experience in New Jersey and Pennsylvania family law and a background in resolving conflicts involving children with special needs, our attorney-mediators support you with a unique blend of compassion and competence. We understand the emotional landscape of divorce and the complexities that come with it. Our proven process helps you reach clear, comprehensive agreements around parenting time, finances, and property division.
Meet Our Team of Divorce Mediators
Our experienced attorney-mediators have decades of combined experience helping families through some of life’s most difficult transitions. We’re not just mediation professionals, we’re listeners, guides, and skilled facilitators of peaceful resolutions. We’re here to support you from start to finish with empathy, expertise, and professionalism.
Meet Our Team
Why Choose Divorce Mediation Over Litigation?
Mediation offers a much more constructive path to resolution than traditional divorce litigation. With New Hope Divorce Mediation, you avoid adversarial courtroom conflict, reduce emotional stress, and retain control over the decisions that affect your life and your children.
The Benefits Of Divorce Mediation In New Jersey and Pennsylvania
Reducing Costs
Mediation is a fraction of the cost of hiring two divorce attorneys.
Preserving Control
You and your spouse—not a judge—make the decisions that impact your family’s future.
Focusing on Children
We help you create parenting plans that put your kids first and protect your privacy.
Faster Resolution
Most couples complete the mediation process in a matter of months, avoiding years of litigation.
Whether you are seeking to create a comprehensive parenting plan or a detailed financial agreement, our NJ and PA divorce mediation services support your needs with clarity and compassion.
Learn More About Our ProcessWhat to Expect from Our Divorce Mediation Process
We help New Jersey and Pennsylvania families navigate divorce with clarity and dignity. Our mediation process is structured but flexible, supportive yet efficient.
Everything we do is designed to keep the process smooth, private, and future-focused.
Learn More About Our ProcessHere’s how it works:
Inquiry
You begin the process by filling out a contact form or calling us at (855) 928-2705 to speak with a paralegal about our mediation services.
Initial Consultation
When you and your spouse are ready to proceed, you will meet with one of our attorney-mediators to explore your unique situation, learn more about the mediation process, and receive a quote for your comprehensive mediation services.
Mediation Sessions
We facilitate structured conversations, helping you resolve all relevant issues, including the division of marital property, parenting plans, and support.
Agreement Drafting & Review
We prepare a comprehensive written agreement that reflects your shared decisions.
Final Steps
In New Jersey, we provide you with essential information regarding the options for filing your divorce to ensure your agreement is legally binding and enforceable in New Jersey.
In Pennsylvania, We will draft the documents you will need to file with the Court, including your Divorce Complaint, Acceptance of Service, the final Marital Settlement Agreement, Decree, and accompanying documents. We will then assist you in your filing of these documents through the court's pro se filing process. Before you sign or file any documents with the court, we will again encourage you to seek legal advice and representation from an independent attorney of your choosing.
What Our Mediation Participants Are Saying
Divorce is a tense time with anger and lack of trust running at fever pitch. New Hope Divorce Mediation acted in a professional and even-handed fashion. I came out of the process believing that I had been treated fairly. I would not hesitate in recommending them to others.J.V.
This was the most difficult period of my life and your professionalism and organizational skills helped to maintain the sense of order and fairness I had hoped for. Each step was clearly explained and the timeline you provided moved us through the process and kept us focused. The result was a fair and equitable settlement.K.K.
You really made the process painless. When we first met, I was impressed with your professionalism and experience and I was convinced that we found the right person to help us with this difficult process.M.S.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of divorce mediation over litigation?
Mediation is much faster, less expensive, and more child-centered than court-based divorce. It allows you and your spouse to stay in control and avoid prolonged legal battles.
How does divorce mediation work?
You and your spouse work with a neutral attorney-mediator to reach mutual decisions about custody, parenting plans, finances, and more. The attorney-mediator facilitates discussion, offers guidance, and helps you generate options and possibilities to achieve your goals. In New Jersey, we help you understand your options for filing the necessary documents with the court to obtain your Judgment in Divorce. In Pennsylvania, we prepare the documents for your pro se filing and assist you in completing the filing to obtain your Divorce Decree.
Is mediation less expensive than hiring litigation attorneys?
Yes. Divorce mediation is a fraction of the cost of hiring separate attorneys and going to court. Many couples can save tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars by choosing mediation.
What does the attorney-mediator do?
Our attorney-mediators guide conversations, provide legal information, and help both parties reach informed, enduring agreements. They do not take sides or offer individual legal advice or representation.
How long does mediation take?
Each mediation session is typically two hours long. Most couples complete the process in two to four sessions. The timeline for completing the process depends on how many issues need to be resolved and how ready both spouses are to reach agreements.
Will we have to appear in court?
In Pennsylvania, typically, no. If your mediation results in a complete agreement, you may only need to file paperwork with the court. We guide you through this step. In New Jersey, judges in some vicinages might require spouses to appear briefly in court, but often this is not required.
Will our agreement be legally binding?
Yes. Once finalized and signed, your Marital Settlement Agreement is enforceable as a legally binding contract.
What if we already started litigation—can we still mediate?
Yes. You can pause or stop litigation and transition into mediation at any time before final judgment.
Do we need to be in the same room?
If you choose to mediate in person, yes, you, your spouse and your attorney-mediator will meet in the same room for all your mediation sessions. If you choose to mediate virtually (i.e., via Zoom), you and your spouse can log in from separate locations if you wish. Please note that at New Hope Divorce Mediation, we do not engage in “shuttle diplomacy” or “caucusing,” meaning your attorney-mediator will always meet with both you and your spouse at the same time.
Should I still hire my own attorney?
While it’s not required, some mediation participants choose to consult with an outside attorney for legal advice. Your mediator can help explain your options.
We Are Here to Help
Our team has the experience to guide you through the process.
Whether you are just starting to think about divorce or are ready to begin the mediation process, our team is here to answer your questions and support your next steps. We serve participants throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, offering both virtual and in-person mediation sessions for your convenience.