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We are committed to providing our clients with close personal attention. It is that commitment and practice philosophy that has enabled Berger, Fischoff, Shumer, Wexler & Goodman, LLP to attract and maintain its diverse and varied clientele. Although New York based, Berger, Fischoff, Shumer, Wexler & Goodman, LLP’s clients come from all parts of the United States from as far west as California and south to Florida. We make ourselves accessible to our clients and listen to them. We choose to work with our clients, not just for them, with the hope that we will share success and a long term relationship that will allow the client to remain part of the Berger, Fischoff, Shumer, Wexler & Goodman, LLP, family for years to come whenever legal services are needed.
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Divorce Mediation Resources
Our clients are our priority. Steven E. Shumer, a divorce attorney with more than 30 years of experience, will serve as your Divorce Mediator to assist you and your spouse in achieving your goal of a peaceful resolution to your marital disputes.
What Exactly is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce mediation is a peaceful method to negotiate a marital settlement, out of court, under the guidance of an experienced divorce attorney who neutrally assists both parties.
Is Divorce Mediation Right For Me?
If you and your spouse are willing to work together, in a respectful manner, towards a peaceful goal, then mediation is a great option.
Issues to be Addressed in Divorce Mediation
Every issue that would be addressed in a divorce litigation is addressed in divorce mediation. Those issues include, but are not limited to, custdoy, support, visitation, property distribution, etc.
The Divorce Mediation Process
The process is often more civil and less costly than divorce litigation with many clients describing it as “painless” and “better than they could have imagined”.
Custody in Divorce Mediation
Due to the peaceful nature of the process, making arrangements for custody and parenting time often proves to be easier and more cooperative, providing each parent quality time with the children.
How to Choose a Divorce Mediator
While we hope that you will choose our firm to act as your divorce mediator, we believe it is best to speak with any potential mediator, in detail. Be sure your questions are answered and you feel comfortable with them as a mediator.
Divorce Mediation is the Peaceful Alternative to a Costly Divorce
- Schedule a Free Consultation
- Review Your Circumstances and explore options
- Finalize your divorce in a fair and stress free manner
Why
Choose Us
Our law firm is one of the most well respected firms on Long Island. Steven E. Shumer and his team of matrimonial attorneys have over 60 years of combined legal experience, and have resolved thousands of divorce and mediation matters to peaceful resolutions.
We understand that you have various concerns in finalizing your divorce through mediation. We carefully evaluate your specific fact pattern and determine what options are best, not only for you and your spouse, but for your children as well. Our years of experience help us guide you through the mediation process to a resolution that is fair and equitable to all involved.
At the office of Berger, Fischoff, Shumer, Wexler & Goodman, LLP we always provide and no hassle 100% consultation. Our consultations are informative and designed to help you make the right decision for your needs. We maintain flexible hours with evening and weekend appointments available. We have offices in Suffolk County, Nassau County and in Kings County.
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While we have a dedicated team of divorce mediation attorneys and professionals, we are dedicated to helping our clients with other legal needs as well. Steven Shumer and his team practice in the areas advertised on this site, but if you are in need of other legal services please see our full list of the practice areas for our firm’s partners below.