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The Truth About Mandatory Divorce Mediation

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Is divorce mediation mandatory or voluntary? It varies by state and has shifted over time, explains Florida divorce attorney Bill Leininger. Florida has required it for over 30 years, while New York long resisted, only recently moving toward a mandated process. Many divorce lawyers opposed the change, he candidly notes, because they prefer the larger, more lucrative contested cases.

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Answered by Bill Leininger · Sarasota, FL

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— how Florida mandated mediation decades before New York adopted it

Frequently Asked Questions

Is divorce mediation mandatory?

It varies by state and has shifted over time—Florida has required it for over 30 years, while New York long resisted and only recently moved toward a mandated process. Many divorce lawyers opposed the change, preferring the larger, more lucrative contested cases.

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