What Are the Benefits of Divorce Mediation in New York? - Ryan Besinque
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From The Law Office of Ryan Besinque - What Are the Benefits of Divorce Mediation in New York? explains how New York couples can use divorce mediation to reach fair agreements on property division, child custody, parenting time, child support, and spousal maintenance without handing those life-changing decisions to a judge in the Manhattan Supreme Court.
In this episode-style breakdown, Manhattan divorce mediation lawyer Ryan Besinque, Esq. explains what mediation is as a voluntary process led by a trained neutral third party, how it differs from litigation, and why New York Domestic Relations Law § 236(B)(3) allows spouses to resolve divorce-related issues through a written, court-enforceable agreement. You’ll hear how streamlined financial disclosure, fewer court appearances, and reduced motion practice can keep cases moving on your schedule, especially in congested New York City courts.
The conversation also dives into the practical advantages that matter most in Manhattan and across NYC: cost savings compared with contested divorces, stronger privacy and confidentiality than courtroom battles, and flexibility to craft creative outcomes like tailored parenting plans, practical solutions for the marital home, and smart trade-offs involving retirement accounts such as pensions and 401(k)s. It’s a clear look at how mediation can reduce emotional stress and support healthier co-parenting.
Just as important, the episode flags when mediation may not be appropriate, including situations involving domestic violence, hidden assets, severe power imbalances, substance abuse, or child safety concerns, where litigation and formal discovery may be necessary. Drawing on experience across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Westchester County, and Nassau County, plus background including the University of San Diego School of Law, the CALI Award for Family Law, and service on the Manhattan Assigned Counsel Panel, Ryan outlines next steps, including a confidential consultation by phone at 929-251-4477 and support from the office at 115 W 25th Street in Manhattan, with cases that may proceed through 60 Centre Street.
The Law Office of Ryan Besinque
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