Amicable Divorce Solutions

Divorce is one of the most emotional experiences a person will ever face. The decision to end a marriage is not an easy one and it is typically accompanied by many negative emotions.

You recognize that your marriage or relationship is coming to an end, but at the same time, you worry about divorce or separation. You realize that there will be much to sort out: custody, support, and the equitable division of marital property. You worry about your security and the security and well being of your children. You wonder whether there might be other and better ways of resolving these issues - with dignity and integrity.

Divorce and separation affect a large percentage of the population, and should, perhaps, be regarded as a ‘normal' life event. We believe that it is possible for families to make the transition from being together to being separated or divorced without confrontation and conflict.

Few couples want their marriages or relationships to end in acrimony—most would like to remain on good terms with their spouses and their families. All parties want a secure future for themselves and their children, and most want to be fair to the other spouse.

First, amicable divorce does not necessarily mean "uncontested" divorce. An amicable divorce is simply a more civil method of negotiating the contested issues in your divorce. Both parties can (and in some cases should) hire their own attorneys. Both parties should still obtain enough information about the issues in the divorce to make an informed decision and both parties can hire experts to assist them in their decision making where necessary.

We also encourage the use of mediators and neutral facilitators to help the parties approach tough issues in an objective and constructive manner.

By simply agreeing not to engage in a contentious divorce, the parties can preserve their sanity, save money and negotiate a settlement that truly is in the best interests of both parties and their children.

There are almost no benefits to a contentious divorce. However, there are countless benefits to an amicable divorce, including: keeping your private affairs private, reducing the stress and impact on

children, few or no court appearances, saving attorney fees and other costs, and maintaining a

relationship with the former spouse conducive to co-parenting.

At The Law Offices of James C. Ayers, Jr., P.C., we look for ways to find amicable solutions to minimize the trauma of the divorce process. We would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and to discuss your legal needs.

Uncontested Divorce Solutions

In some cases clients come to us and have already separated, have divided their property and personal effects, and either have no children or have a solid agreement about the custody, support and visitation of their children. In those cases we can prepare and file your divorce paperwork usually for $300 to $500 plus the court filing fee, and have it filed the same day we meet with you. To be uncontested you and your spouse must agree. If one does not agree then it is a contested divorce.

DIVORCE FEES

My rate is $150 per hour. I only charge for time spent working for you.  I do not use "flat or canned" rates for filing basic documents in your case.  I do not waste time and money by filing discovery or motions which have no important consequences for your case.  If I spend your money to prepare a motion or to issue a subpoena or other discovery request it is only with the sincere belief that the work is necessary to achieve the goals you want for the case. As a result even our most contested, heated divorce cases do not result in the outrageous fees I sometimes hear about. I can promise you that for every dollar you spend in your divorce, at the end you will know how and why that expense was necessary.