Divorce is one of the most
financially devastating
and traumatic events

that you can go through. Money spent on litigation, battling past wrongs and bad behavior, is money wasted.

Should I Get a Divorce? QUIZ

"I am a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst^®, lawyer, single mom, and champion of fairness in both process and result. As long as you are willing to work with me on innovative solutions, and consider reasonable compromises, I will get you through your divorce settlement efficiently and inexpensively."

Graine Mediation

Reduce Conflict. Lower Costs

Divorce mediation offers you an affordable and sensible alternative to divorce lawyers and litigation for all of your divorce settlement needs. Divorce mediation is a calm, confidential process that utilizes methods for resolution that gently remove the emotional aspects of divorce from the negotiation process, allowing real progress to be made. Divorce mediation is significantly less expensive than litigated (court) divorces and takes a fraction of the time that it takes divorce attorneys to settle a case. Robin Graine, JD owner of Graine Mediation in Fairfax, Virginia, is a Supreme Court of Virginia Certified Mediator and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst^® (CDFA).

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Robin Graine, JD, CDFA^®

Highly-rated divorce mediator with 17+ years experience in family law, custody, child support, alimony, property settlement agreements | VA Supreme Court Certified Divorce Mediator | Certified Divorce Financial Analyst ™

Divorce Mediation vs Divorce Litigation

Choose the path that helps you put the past behind you, today.

Mediation is more private

Divorce mediations are private. Everything that happens in a courtroom is public. In divorce mediation, your family's personal details and finances are, by Virginia law, confidential. This allows parties to freely extend offers and counteroffers without concern that their negotiations could ever be used against their interest should their case end up in litigation.

Mediation saves you money

When you hire a divorce attorney you will soon find their fees spiraling out of control. This is an important period in your life when you need to ensure you are not left destitute from divorce litigation expenses. Divorce mediation is a significantly more cost-effective way of making sure you retain your assets - without a large amount of funds going towards paying exorbitant legal bills.

Mediation is less stressful

Divorce Mediation is about finding ways to peacefully reach solutions to your divorce issues and disputes. Mediators help clients create a solid foundation upon which both spouses can launch their new, independent lives and best function as co-parents to their children. This is much less stressful than the highly complex, outmoded and expensive divorce litigation system.

Mediation is quicker

Parties who choose divorce mediation are in control of the process and the time it takes to settle. In divorce litigation, on the other hand, parties are at the mercy of the busy courthouse schedule, and divorce litigation can drag on for a year or more. At Graine Mediation, new clients are able to schedule a session within 1-2 weeks of the first phone call. Most cases take 2-3 sessions to complete settlement.

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Secure a positive outcome.
Secure your future.

I will expertly guide you through the settlement process to reach a fair and amicable settlement.

You want to know: Will I receive my fair share of our marital assets?
Answer: Yes. Usually, marital assets are divided 50/50. But, if that is not fair, I will help you reach a more equitable arrangement.

You want to know: Will my children’s needs be put first in all custody decisions?
Answer: Absolutely. I worked as a children’s attorney for years in the court system and always make sure that the best interest of your children is the number one priority in a divorce settlement.

You want to know: Will I be able to make it financially?
Answer: Yes. I will help you find creative solutions and compromises to meet your financial needs, both short and long-term.

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REDUCE THE STRESS OF DIVORCE. SAVE YOUR MONEY.

I have helped hundreds of families settle their disputes and delivered positive outcomes.

Robin makes the untangling process as painless as possible and is efficient and easily able to mediate the couple's intent into the language needed for getting the necessary papers to the next stage. Thanks Robin

Jan Bull
5 Stars - Google Review Google - Aug 2019

We interviewed several mediators and liked Robin the best. She is very professional and knowledgeable but she also has an excellent demeanor, including a way of sharing observations to keep things moving and objective. This was invaluable. She made a very difficult situation as good as I could be. I recommend her highly and without reservation.

Patrick C. from McLean
5 Stars - Google Review Google - June 2019

Robin made a very stressful experience easier, and was super patient and informative along the way. She answered all of our questions and provided us with common sense explanations and exceptions.

Vincent K. from Alexandria
5 Stars - Google Review Google - Nov 2018

Highly recomended. Mrs Graine is a "No, nonsense" mediator. She is right to the point and very knowledgeable on all divorce issues. She saved us money and time in the process. Great professional

Milko O. from Great Falls
5 Stars - Google Review Google - Nov 2018

Ms. Graine was extremely professional and knowledgeable. She was very pleasant to speak with and her insight and guidance brought a great deal of clarity and reassurance to our situation. I would certainly recommend her services to family and friends.

TM from Woodbridge, VA
5 Stars - Google Review Google - Mar 2018

Robin is very knowledgeable and brings a practical, real world perspective that is outcome based. Her understanding of family law and the judicial system promotes quick and equitable resolution. Robin is professional, fair and economical. She is highly recommended by our family.

Scott H. from Clifton, VA
5 Stars - Yelp Review Yelp - Mar 2018

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Robin's insightful, concise and useful articles cover key topics and valuable information for people going through divorce. Many of your concerns are addressed in this section--and they are meant to help you on the spot.

Divorce is one of the most
financially devastating
and traumatic events

Graine Mediation

Meet Robin Graine, JD, CDFA^®