Divorce Mediation & Collaborative Divorce in New York
Lori Greene helps individuals and couples throughout New York navigate divorce and separation through mediation, collaborative divorce, and other non-litigation approaches designed to reduce unnecessary conflict and help families move forward with greater clarity.
With more than 20 years of family law experience, Lori works with clients to address the financial, parenting, property, and legal issues that come with ending a marriage while keeping the process as practical and constructive as possible.
Serving clients throughout New York City and New York State, Lori offers convenient virtual meetings as well as in-person appointments for clients who prefer to meet face-to-face.
Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation gives couples the opportunity to work through the terms of their separation or divorce together, rather than relying on a court to make those decisions for them.
As a neutral attorney mediator, Lori helps both parties identify the issues that need to be resolved, understand their options, communicate more effectively, and work toward agreements that reflect their specific circumstances.
Mediation can address issues such as:
Property and asset division
Debts and financial responsibilities
Child custody and parenting time
Child support
Spousal support
Insurance
Housing
Other family-specific concerns
Every family is different. The goal of mediation is not to force a standard solution, but to help both spouses develop an agreement that works for their family, finances, and future.
Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce gives each spouse the support of their own attorney while keeping the focus on resolving issues outside of traditional litigation.
In the collaborative process, both spouses and their attorneys work together through structured discussions to address the legal, financial, and parenting issues involved in the divorce. Depending on the family's needs, other professionals may also be involved.
Collaborative divorce may be a good option for couples who want:
Individual legal representation
A private, out-of-court process
More control over the outcome
A cooperative approach to resolving financial and parenting issues
To reduce the conflict and expense that can come with litigation
Lori works with clients to help identify priorities, address areas of disagreement, and develop practical agreements that allow both parties to move forward.
What We Help You Address
Divorce and separation often involve much more than one legal decision. Lori helps clients work through the practical, financial, and parenting issues that need to be resolved in order to move forward with greater clarity.
Depending on your circumstances, this may include:
Division of marital property and assets
Debts and ongoing financial responsibilities
Homes and other real estate
Retirement and investment accounts
Child custody and parenting arrangements
Child support
Spousal support
Insurance coverage
Tax and financial considerations
Agreements about future responsibilities
The specific issues will vary from family to family. Lori works with clients to identify what needs to be addressed and to develop practical agreements that reflect their individual circumstances rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Why Work With Lori Greene?
Choosing the right professional to guide you through divorce or separation can make a significant difference in how the process feels and how effectively important issues are resolved.
Lori Greene brings more than 20 years of family law experience, with a strong focus on mediation, collaborative divorce, and practical problem-solving.
Clients work directly with Lori in a private and confidential setting where they can ask questions, understand their options, and work through the financial, parenting, and legal issues that matter most.
Her approach is centered on:
Reducing unnecessary conflict
Helping clients understand their options
Addressing both financial and parenting concerns
Developing practical, individualized agreements
Creating solutions that can work long after the divorce is complete
For Lori, the goal is not simply to complete the legal process, but to help clients move forward with greater clarity and a workable plan for the future.
Serving Clients Throughout New York
Lori Greene works with clients throughout New York State, including Westchester County, White Plains, New York City, and surrounding communities.
Because much of the mediation and collaborative divorce process can be handled virtually, clients are not limited by their proximity to Lori’s Westchester office. Lori regularly works with clients by Zoom, making it easier for spouses in different locations to participate in the process.
In-person meetings are also available for clients who prefer to meet face-to-face.
Whether you are located in Westchester, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, or elsewhere in New York State, Lori can discuss whether mediation or collaborative divorce may be appropriate for your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between divorce mediation and collaborative divorce?
In mediation, a neutral mediator works with both spouses to help them identify issues, discuss possible solutions, and work toward an agreement.
In collaborative divorce, each spouse generally has their own collaboratively trained attorney. The spouses and their attorneys work together through a structured process with the goal of resolving the divorce outside of traditional litigation.
Can mediation address child custody, parenting time, and financial issues?
Yes. Mediation can address the issues needed to reach a divorce or separation agreement, including parenting arrangements, child support, spousal support, property, assets, debts, insurance, and other financial responsibilities.
The exact issues addressed depend on the circumstances of the family.
How long does divorce mediation take?
There is no single timeline because every case is different.
A relatively straightforward matter involving fewer financial or parenting issues may be resolved within a few months. More complex cases involving children, significant assets, business interests, or substantial disagreement may take longer.
The process also depends on how much the spouses have already discussed and how quickly they are able to make decisions.
Do both spouses need attorneys during mediation?
A mediator remains neutral and does not represent either spouse individually. Clients may choose to consult with their own attorneys during the mediation process to obtain independent legal advice about their rights and the terms of a proposed agreement.
Talk With Lori About Your Options
If you are considering divorce or separation and want to understand whether mediation, collaborative divorce, or another non-litigation approach may be right for your situation, Lori can help you understand your options.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your circumstances, ask questions about the process, and get a clearer sense of what the next steps may look like.