Sample Mediation Schedule

Initial Consultation (2-3 hours)

Individual and joint meetings to explore goals, review the process and confidentiality, discuss needs, and establish communication strategy and pacing.

Setting the Agenda (1-2 Hours)

Identify what you want to resolve: communication issues, separation decisions, finances, expectations, and boundaries.

Financial Disclosures or Parenting Plan (2-3 Hours)

For mediation: review disclosures, income, expenses, real estate, assets, debts, and budget planning (aligned with the financial worksheets in your documents).

For parenting only: Discuss the children’s routines, sensory needs, school/therapy involvement, communication strengths/challenges, and family structure.

Parenting Plan Development (3-7 Hours)

Deep dive into:

Custody
Communication
Transitions
Routines
ND accommodations
High-conflict triggers

Create weekday/weekend schedules, holidays, vacations, transportation, and protocols.

Agreement/Plan Drafting & Review (2-6 Hours)

Off session - Full agreement or Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) and parenting plan.

Review of Draft(s) and Finalization (2-5 Hours)

Confirm understanding, edit as needed. Finalize the written agreements/plan, prepare next-steps instructions for court filings.