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Divorce Mediation Pennsylvania

Helping Pennsylvania couples divorce with dignity, privacy, and control.

A court-free divorce may be the best decision you make. At New Hope Divorce Mediation, we offer Pennsylvania couples a structured and respectful alternative to traditional divorce litigation. Our experienced attorney-mediators guide you through every stage of the process—privately, efficiently, and with care. Whether you’re just starting to think about separation or seeking a better way forward after beginning litigation, we help you resolve the most important matters in your life without stepping into a courtroom.

Divorce With Dignity

Divorce With Dignity

Mediation keeps you in control of what is most important to you and your family. With skillful support from compassionate attorney-mediators, our proven, comprehensive divorce and custody mediation process helps you and your spouse reach agreements efficiently and privately. Our experience makes your experience better.

Divorce Mediation With New Hope Is…

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A Smoother Approach

Our process is designed to minimize friction, reduce emotional strain, and guide you step by step through resolution. We help you avoid the confusion and hostility that often accompany litigation, offering a clear path forward based on collaboration—not conflict.

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A Personal Approach

Every couple has a different story. That’s why we tailor our mediation services to your specific situation, communication style, and goals. Our team is dedicated to ensuring both parties feel supported throughout the process—so you can move forward with confidence and clarity.

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An Expert Approach

Our attorney-mediators bring decades of experience in Pennsylvania family law and complex legal matters involving children, assets, and parenting. We don’t just understand the law—we understand the emotional challenges that come with it. That combination of legal knowledge and human understanding is what sets us apart and helps you build fair, enduring agreements.

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Meet Our Team of Divorce Mediators

The New Hope Divorce Mediation team includes attorney-mediators and experienced support staff who are deeply committed to helping families transition peacefully. With backgrounds in law, negotiation, and family dynamics, we approach each case with a balance of professionalism and compassion. Our goal is to help you resolve your divorce with integrity, efficiency, and clarity—no matter how complicated things may seem.

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Why Choose Divorce Mediation Over Litigation?

Divorce mediation puts you and your spouse in control. Instead of navigating an adversarial court system, mediation provides a private, guided process that empowers you to make the best decisions for your family’s future. Our approach is designed to reduce stress, protect your privacy, and keep your children’s well-being at the center of every decision.

The Benefits Of Divorce Mediation In PA

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Reducing Costs

Mediation is often a fraction of the cost of hiring two divorce attorneys.

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Preserving Control

You and your spouse—not a judge—make the decisions that impact your family’s future.

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Focusing on Children

We help you create parenting plans that put your kids first and protect your privacy.

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Faster Resolution

Most couples complete the mediation process in a matter of months, rather than enduring years of litigation.

A Smarter, Kinder Way to Divorce

At New Hope, we believe that divorce doesn’t have to mean conflict. Our attorney-mediators provide a calm, structured process that supports productive conversations—even when communication is difficult. Whether we meet in person or virtually, our team creates a space where both parties are heard and respected. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions together so you can create lasting, enforceable agreements that reflect your family’s unique needs.

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What to Expect from Our Divorce Mediation Process

What to Expect from Our Divorce Mediation Process

We guide couples across Pennsylvania through every step of divorce mediation with professionalism and empathy. Our process is flexible, private, and results-driven.

What the process typically looks like:

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Step 1: Inquiry

You begin the process by filling out a contact form or calling us at (855) 928-2705 to speak with a paralegal about our mediation services.

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Step 2. Initial Consultation

When you and your spouse are ready to proceed, you will meet with one of our attorney-mediators to explore your unique situation, learn more about the mediation process, and receive a quote for your comprehensive mediation services.

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Step 3. Mediation Sessions

We facilitate structured conversations, helping you resolve all relevant issues, including the division of marital property, parenting plans, and support.

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Step 4. Agreement Drafting & Review

We prepare a comprehensive written agreement that reflects your shared decisions.

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Step 5. Assistance Filing Your Divorce with the Court

We provide you with essential information regarding the options for filing your divorce to ensure your agreement is legally binding and enforceable in Pennsylvania.

Everything we do is designed to keep the process smooth, private, and future-focused.

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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

"Divorce is a tense time with anger and lack of trust running at fever pitch. New Hope Divorce Mediation acted in a professional and even-handed fashion. I came out of the process believing that I had been treated fairly. I would not hesitate in recommending them to others."

 

~ J.V.

"I recommend mediation for couples who are seeking separation and divorce and I highly recommend New Hope Divorce Mediation as a divorce mediator! At all times I found this process to be organized, efficient and our mediator extremely competent. Our mediator’s communication both written and verbal, was excellent. Thank you for all of your help!"

~ T.P.

"This was the most difficult period of my life and your professionalism and organizational skills helped to maintain the sense of order and fairness I had hoped for. Each step was clearly explained and the timeline you provided moved us through the process and kept us focused. The result was a fair and equitable settlement."

~ K.K.

"When I realized my marriage was coming to an end and that a divorce was inevitable I began to research my options. After a lot of searching I decided to go with New Hope Divorce Mediation. I am so happy that I chose this company and especially Mindey Elgart. She was fair, understanding, and very professional. There was a lot I didn’t understand because my emotions were getting the best of me. Mindey took the time and explained everything so that I knew exactly what was going on."

 

~ M.P.

"Our attorney mediator, Mindey Elgart at new hope divorce mediation made my divorce as smooth and painless as possible. Mindey is a compassionate and caring person who not only understood what we were going through, but helped us reach a fair settlement quickly and at a reasonable cost. She was knowledgeable and had the patience to make sure both of us understood each step and then guided us through the entire process. I would definitely recommend mediation and Mindey Elgart."

 

~ B.K.

"From our first conversation it was clear that Mindey understood how to take a painful situation and make it painless as possible. Her calm and logical demeanor walked us through a methodical process delivering exactly what we were looking for…a clean, quick and amicable divorce. Contact Mindey first, we didn’t, but I can’t be more thankful that we found her. Best of luck to you, it gets better ????"

~ M.G.

"You really made the process painless. When we first met, I was impressed with your professionalism and experience and I was convinced that we found the right person to help us with this difficult process."

 

~ M.S.

"This was the most difficult period of my life and your professionalism and organizational skills helped to maintain the sense of order and fairness I had hoped for. Each step was clearly explained and the timeline you provided moved us through the process and kept us focused. The result was a fair and equitable settlement."

~ K.K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Mediation is a private process where you and your spouse work with a neutral attorney-mediator to reach decisions about parenting, finances, and property division. Your mediator guides the discussion, explains legal implications, and helps turn those decisions into a written agreement.

If you’re ready to explore divorce mediation in Pennsylvania, we’re here to guide you. Our attorney-mediators offer virtual and in-person consultations, and we serve mediation participants across the state with care, flexibility, and discretion.