Divorce Mediator in Cleveland, Ohio. Serving Clients Across Ohio And Washington State.
Jim Robenalt
Mediator and Attorney
Next Page Mediation Process
A guided negotiation where you and your spouse work through the terms of your divorce.
A Free 30-minute
Initial Consultation
Begin with a stress-free meeting with me to discuss your situation and what you can expect from mediation. This can be either a phone call or a video call over Zoom and can be handled individually or together.
Private and Convenient Mediation Sessions
In a series of guided sessions, I will help you create a plan that covers everything you need for your divorce. These sessions can be conducted virtually and will cover all financial matters. If you have children, we will also cover all topics relating to them.
A Pathway Toward Uncontested Divorce
The nature of the mediation process allows me to understand a family’s needs in order to customize workable solutions for their future. At the conclusion of the process, a couple will have the necessary information to file for an uncontested dissolution.
The Better Way to Divorce
Mediation is the most affordable and peaceful avenue for concluding your marriage. It's a guided negotiation where you and your spouse meet with me, a neutral third-party lawyer and divorce mediator. Together, we will work through the terms of your divorce and find a resolution that fully suits your family's specific needs.
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Testimonials
See what former clients are saying about working with Jim. All quotes are kept anonymous to protect clients’ privacy.
"Jim was always professional and courteous, yet managed to convey sincere sympathy and friendliness at the same time so that we were very comfortable working with him."
"I feel the care, compassion, encouragement, and flexibility to our individual experience was unmatched. I was lucky to have Next Page Mediation there for me during one of the most difficult periods of my life."
"I appreciated how heard I felt during the mediation. Jim Robenalt was caring and compassionate throughout."
"This process was SO much better than if we both had separate attorneys generating fees. If you think there's any chance a mediation process can work for you, give it a try with Jim before you both hire an attorney."
"Jim was very thorough and very knowledgeable. He had all the answers to every question and made it a smooth and straightforward process."
"Mediation allowed us both to feel like we understood the law about our obligations enough to come to an informed agreement that worked for us both, without sacrificing any good will."
"Jim's moderation is highly empathic and sensitive to the parties, but also business oriented."
"A spiral into the court system would make it so much worse. Jim is providing a genuine grace by offering the mediation process."
"The process was as promised - clear, smooth, and as expected. Every question that we had, whether mundane or substantial, was answered in a timely and helpful fashion."
Divorce Mediation Blog
How to Make Divorce Easier for Children
Divorce is known for being a tumultuous period — not just for the couples involved, but for the divorcee's children as well. As a family mediator at Next Page Mediation, I've witnessed first-hand how the upheaval of a family structure can deeply affect children.
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What Happens if There’s No Resolution in Mediation
When anyone enters the mediation process, they typically do so intending to find a mutual resolution to their dispute. However, the reality is that despite the best efforts of everyone involved, there are instances where a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached through mediation.
Read MoreServing as a Trusted Neutral for Clients Near and Far
There are two ways to obtain a divorce. One is to file a lawsuit against your spouse and begin litigation. The second is to agree on the terms of a financial and parenting agreement and petition the court for an uncontested dissolution. Mediation provides a forum to accomplish the latter option. With Next Page Mediation, you can work together with your spouse and a trained mediator and lawyer to reach a fair agreement that respects the needs of both parties.
As an experienced divorce mediator who's worked with clients across the country, I will help guide you through the process, encouraging open communication and understanding while keeping the discussion focused on finding common ground. I understand that every family's situation is unique, which is why my services are tailored to meet your individual circumstances. Don't let the courts decide for you — take control of your own future with Next Page Mediation.