Faster resolution
Research comparing mediation with adversarial proceedings found settlements were reached in about half the time.
Most Florida divorces settled in one session. Starting at $2,600.
Charles Geller is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator with more than 20 years of experience. Most couples reach a court-ready agreement in one 2–4 hour session, without lawyers and without court. Available in all 67 Florida counties.
Three Florida Supreme Court certifications
FAPM Diplomate
20+ years · 2,500+ mediations
Transparent pricing from $2,600
What is Florida divorce mediation?
Florida divorce mediation is a structured, voluntary process where two spouses work with a neutral mediator to settle property, parenting, support, and other divorce terms without going to court.
The mediator does not represent either spouse or give legal advice. Charles keeps the conversation productive, helps surface workable options, and drafts the agreement both spouses reach.
When signed, that agreement becomes the Marital Settlement Agreement filed with the court. In an uncontested case, most couples never see a courtroom.
How does Florida divorce mediation work?
Most cases follow the same four-step path. Together, the steps take most couples from the first call to a court-ready agreement in 30 to 60 days.
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Free 30-minute consultation
Meet by phone or Zoom with Charles at no cost. He explains the process, answers questions, and screens whether mediation is appropriate.
- 2
Document exchange
Gather financial affidavits, bank and retirement statements, property records, and a draft parenting schedule when children are involved.
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The mediation session
Work through parenting, support, assets, debts, and other terms in a typical 2–4 hour Zoom or Orlando session.
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Court-ready agreement
Review and sign the Marital Settlement Agreement and, where needed, the Parenting Plan prepared from the terms you reached.
Charles Geller
Clinical experience changes the conversation.
Divorce mediation is not only about documents and numbers. Charles brings decades of clinical training to the room, helping both people stay focused, heard, and able to make practical decisions.
- Licensed clinical therapist for more than 30 years
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator for 20 years
- More than 2,500 family, civil, and appellate mediations
- Neutral guidance for both parties—without giving legal advice
What does mediation cost?
Mediation is billed by the hour, with a separate flat fee for document preparation. Couples who finish faster pay less because Charles charges only for the time the session actually takes.
A typical 2-hour case runs about
$2,600
This typical total includes the mediation session and document fees. Cases that need more session time cost more.
Discuss your situationWhy couples choose mediation over litigation.
Lower cost
A typical mediated case with Charles falls below the national average for an uncontested divorce and far below trial-level costs.
Better long-term coparenting
Long-term research found stronger parent contact, cooperation, and involvement among families who mediated.
You keep control
You and your spouse design the agreement. A judge does not decide the terms for your family and finances.
Mediation is not appropriate for every case. Charles screens for domestic violence, coercive control, and other circumstances that can make the process unsafe or unfair.
The decisions a complete divorce agreement needs.
Each agreement is built around what you have already resolved and the issues that still need structured discussion.
Divorce mediation
Resolve the full set of divorce terms in a neutral, structured session.
Parenting plans
Build practical time-sharing, holiday, decision-making, and co-parenting terms.
Asset division
Work through homes, debts, retirement funds, and other marital property.
Family agreements
Address prenuptial, postnuptial, separation, and modification agreements.
One Florida mediator. No travel required.
Mediation is available by Zoom throughout all 67 Florida counties. Orlando-area clients can also ask about in-person availability at the Lee Road office.
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What clients remember.
“Charles brought some peace to this very painful experience.”
“Mr. Geller is an excellent moderator. He is very fair, patient, and will take the time to answer any questions you may have about what can be a very confusing process.”
“He is both professional and friendly. We are very grateful to him for his assistance.”
Questions before the first call.
The free consultation is also a chance to ask about your specific situation without pressure or commitment.
Do we need to agree before mediation?
No. Disagreement is the normal starting point. Mediation provides a structured way to work through unresolved issues one at a time.
How long does divorce mediation take?
Most sessions take 2–4 hours, though timing depends on the number and complexity of the issues you need to resolve.
Do we need attorneys?
You may consult an attorney at any time, but an attorney is not required to participate in mediation.
Is the process confidential?
Florida mediation communications are generally confidential, subject to the limits and exceptions explained before your session.
What documents are prepared?
Depending on your case, the work can include a marital settlement agreement, parenting plan, and other documents required for filing.
Can we mediate from different locations?
Yes. Virtual sessions allow each participant to join privately from a separate location anywhere in Florida.
Start with a private 30-minute conversation.
There is no cost, pressure, or commitment. Charles will answer your questions, explain how mediation works in Florida, and help you decide whether it is the right next step.
Zoom or phoneNo obligationPrivate conversationReply within one business day
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(407) 834-5800info@adrmediationcenter.com