"We were only married for two years and don't have a lot of assets. Do we really have to go through the whole divorce process?"

There is a simplified divorce procedure which can be used where there are no children and no assets. In cases where there are some assets, but those assets are minimal, parties can often reach an agreement themselves through divorce mediation. However, it is advisable to consult with a divorce attorney to discuss your rights and liabilities as well as the most cost-effective way of reaching a settlement.

Lori Barkus is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator and Circuit Civil Mediator and is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals as well as a member of the Board of Directors for the Collaborative Family Lawyers of South Florida. Her office is located in Weston, FL. This divorce lawyer can be reached at (954) 349-7988. View her Divorce Magazine profile.