Legal Lens: Viewing Law Through Ingrum Expertise
In my experience—almost always.
Whether you're navigating divorce, custody, child support, or visitation, mediation offers a pathway that avoids the emotional, physical, and mental toll that often comes with traditional litigation. Sure, going to trial can be financially draining, but the real cost is harder to measure: the stress on you—and especially on your children.
As an attorney who went through my own parents’ divorce at age 13, I know how deeply it affects kids. That experience shaped how I practice law today. When I approach a custody or divorce case, I always think about the children first, because I was that child once.
Judges are trained to look at one thing above all else: the best interest of the children. So when you walk into mediation with that as your guiding principle—not just what you want, but what’s right for your children—you’re not only helping your family heal faster, you’re putting yourself in a stronger legal position.
Mediation isn’t about giving up. It’s about choosing a solution that protects your peace and puts your kids first.