Divorce Mediation

May 13, 2026 Cindy Best
Can I Trust AI to Draft My Legal Documents and Give Me Legal Advice?

No. Absolutely not. I got the idea to write this because I’ve been reviewing AI-generated documents in my divorce coaching practice for the past several months — and answering a steady stream of “well, ChatGPT told me…” questions in my legal consultations. I want to be direct with you, because the stakes are high and…

May 13, 2026 Cindy Best
Divorce Coaching in Arizona — What It Is and How It Works

Divorce coaching is legal guidance by the hour without a retainer. It is not therapy and it is not full legal representation. It is access to a licensed Arizona family law attorney who listens to your specific situation, answers your real questions, helps you understand what the law actually says about your circumstances, and gives…

May 13, 2026 Cindy Best
Do I Need a Lawyer or a Divorce Coach?

Short answer? It depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. Slightly longer answer: a lot of people going through divorce actually need both — just at different moments, or in different ratios depending on where they are in the process. Here’s how I think about it. What a divorce attorney does An attorney represents you…

May 13, 2026 Cindy Best
What Is a Divorce Coach?

Honestly? Ask ten people and you’ll get ten different answers. “Divorce coach” can mean a lot of things depending on who’s offering it and what they bring to the table. So let me tell you what it means at Best Law Firm — specifically, what it means when I’m the one across the table (or…

May 13, 2026 Cindy Best
Should I Try Mediation or Go to Court? The Question You’re Really Asking

If you’re wondering whether to try mediation or go straight to court, here’s the honest answer: it’s not really an either-or question. Having an attorney doesn’t rule out mediation. Going to mediation doesn’t mean giving up your right to go to court. And most good attorneys — the ones who have actually tried cases and…

October 7, 2025 Cindy Best
True Story, Believe it or Not

I am going to tell you about a real story that happened in our law firm not very long ago. As the parties were going through the divorce the wife made an offer to the husband and asked for mediation. Husband and counsel refused. Wife kept asking and asking for mediation. The husband refused. As…

July 12, 2022 Cindy Best
Ten Things to Know About Divorce Mediation

You might be going through a divorce or thinking of starting a divorce. Meditation is the least expensive, most controlled and quickest way to survive what can be a harrowing ordeal. Here is what to know: 1. A divorce can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $50,000 or more depending on your assets and desire to…

March 8, 2022 Cindy Best
Who can we help with Divorce Mediation?

You might be wondering if mediation is right for you and your spouse? For starters, a mediator is a third party neutral person who can help solve disputes and resolve issues. Our mediation is focused on helping people and families going through divorce. Almost no matter your situation, we can help. No matter what, we can help. 1….

February 25, 2022 Cindy Best
Why Is It Important For My Mediator To Be An Attorney?

We believe that it is more beneficial for your decision making, solutions, and strategies in mediation if your mediator is an attorney. Our experienced mediators are all licensed attorneys who have practiced family law. Arizona attorneys know the law, know what judges are deciding and know the creative differences between what you can expect in…

 

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