09/03/2026
Q: What is the difference between what a mediator does and what my attorney does in a Florida divorce?
A: These are two very different roles. A mediator is a neutral third party whose job is to facilitate communication between both spouses and help them explore solutions. The mediator does not represent either party, does not advise either side on their rights, and will not tell you whether a proposed agreement is fair or legally appropriate for you.
An attorney represents only you. Your attorney advises you on what Florida law provides, evaluates whether proposals are in your best interest, and advocates for your rights throughout the process.
In mediation, the mediator runs the process while your attorney protects your position within it. This is why having attorney representation during or at minimum before mediation is so important. The mediator will not fill that role for you.
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