Affordable & Amicable

Resolve Disputes Peacefully, Together

Finding common ground shouldn’t break the bank. At Amicable Mediation Services, we believe in shared costs for shared solutions. Whether you’re navigating a single issue or resolving a full case, we offer affordable & amicable pricing to help you find the peace you seek. And since we’re committed to transparency, we publish these fees openly.

Why Choose Amicable Mediation?

Affordable Rates
Flexible Options
Experienced Mediators
Remote Sessions
Formal or Informal Mediation, Planning, and Coaching

Mediation Pricing

I offer a structured, transparent pricing model designed to keep mediation accessible, predictable, and significantly more affordable than attorney-led litigation.

All fees below apply to services provided in Montgomery County, Texas and surrounding areas.

To maintain clarity and compliance, Divorce Mediation is priced separately from General Civil and Family Mediation.

Note: Pricing is for remote sessions. In-person sessions will incur additional fees, TBD before commencing. *If paying by check, mediation will commence after check clears.

Divorce Mediation Pricing

Divorce mediation includes structured sessions, neutral facilitation, document review, financial analysis, issue-mapping, and preparation of a Mediated Settlement Agreement (MSA) in accordance with Texas Family Code § 6.602.

As a non-attorney mediator, I do not provide legal advice, but I guide couples through a clear and organized process that results in a court-ready agreement.

Most couples complete their process in three to five sessions, depending on complexity.

1. Mediation Sessions

Each mediation session includes 2 hours of live mediation along with substantial preparation and follow-up outside the session.

To keep billing simple and predictable, all preparation, document review, financial organization, and follow-up communication are bundled into a single flat fee.

Mediation Session (2 hours live): $1,200 flat

Includes:

Pre-session preparation and document review
Issue list updates
Financial worksheets or scenario preparation
2 hours of structured live mediation
Post-session summary and next steps
Email support between sessions

2. Mediated Settlement Agreement (MSA) Drafting

Your MSA is the legally enforceable agreement incorporated into your Texas divorce decree.
Drafting must be precise, internally consistent, and aligned with Texas filing requirements.

To keep costs predictable, MSAs are prepared on a flat-fee basis with built-in time allowances.

Standard MSA (No Children)
Flat Fee: $1,500

Includes up to 6 hours of drafting and revisions.

MSA with Parenting Plan
Flat Fee: $2,000

Includes up to 8 hours of combined drafting and revisions.

High-Complexity MSA
Flat Fee: $2,500

For cases involving multiple real estate properties, inherited assets, reimbursement considerations, business ownership, or extensive financial detail.
Includes up to 10 hours of drafting and revisions.

Additional time (if required): $300/hour

Billed only with prior discussion and approval.

3. Additional Professional Services (If Needed)

When a case requires support beyond standard session preparation, additional work is billed at the standard rate.

Hourly Rate: $300/hour

This may apply to:

Advanced financial modeling
Extensive spreadsheet development
Document analysis beyond normal preparation
Additional revision cycles beyond what is included in the flat fee
Coaching or communication outside the scope of a session

4. No Charge for the Discovery Call

Your initial Discovery Call (45–60 minutes) is complimentary.
This meeting helps ensure mediation is a good fit, clarifies goals, and provides an estimated number of sessions based on your circumstances.

Your first payment is not due until you schedule your first mediation session.

General Civil & Family Mediation (Non-Divorce)

For mediation needs outside the divorce context — including business disputes, landlord/tenant matters, co-parenting communication (outside of a divorce or SAPCR case), extended family conflict, workplace disputes, or other interpersonal matters — the following pricing applies:

Hourly Rate: $300/hour
With a two-hour minimum for the initial session.

Session Structure

Neutral mediation and facilitation
Issue identification and agenda setting
Communication guidance
Problem-solving and consensus building
Identification of actionable next steps

This work is billed hourly because the scope and complexity of non-divorce cases can vary widely.

Non-Binding Mediation Summary (MOU)

Many clients want a written record of what was discussed or agreed to during mediation.

As a non-attorney mediator in Texas, I can prepare a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Summary of Agreements that:

Outlines the key points reached in mediation
Organizes agreements by topic
Uses plain language
Helps parties move forward with next steps
Can be used when consulting with attorneys or preparing a legally enforceable document

Rate: $300/hour
Most summaries take 1–3 hours, depending on complexity.

Important: This document is not a legal contract and is not intended to be enforceable in court. Parties may choose to use this summary to prepare their own binding agreement or consult with legal counsel.

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What This Service Does Not Include

To remain compliant with Texas law regarding the unauthorized practice of law (UPL), the following are not offered in non-divorce mediations:

Drafting legally binding settlement agreements
Drafting contracts or releases
Drafting enforceable parenting or visitation agreements (outside a divorce or SAPCR)
Drafting documents intended to be filed in civil court

Parties should consult an attorney if they need a binding legal agreement.

Cost Comparison: Why Mediation Is More Affordable

Attorney-led divorces in Texas commonly range from $15,000 to $75,000+ per couple, especially when property or financial complexities are involved.

By contrast, most mediation clients complete their process—including the MSA—for approximately $4,000 to $7,000 total, depending on the number of sessions and complexity.

Mediation preserves financial resources, reduces emotional strain, and allows couples to resolve their divorce on their own terms.

It's a Simple Process

Discovery Call: Schedule a free discovery call to discuss your needs and fees.
Mediation Session: Schedule your remote session.
Resolution: Work through your issues with our certified mediator guiding the process.
Finalization: Receive your agreement(s) and support (this can involve helping the parties navigate resources, providing referrals to other professionals, or offering advice on how to maintain a positive relationship moving forward).

Choose a Peaceful Resolution Today

Don’t wait any longer to find peace. Take the first step towards resolution by scheduling your free discovery call now.