Mediated Online Solutions, LLC, a New York-based divorce and family mediation practice, is announcing that its secure virtual platform provides divorce mediation in New York to residents of all 62 counties statewide. This announcement addresses a longstanding gap in the state's family law landscape: couples in rural and underserved regions have historically had little or no local access to a qualified divorce mediator.
By conducting every session through secure, private video conferencing, Mediated Online Solutions, LLC removes geography as a barrier to divorce mediation. Couples in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester now have the same access to experienced divorce mediators as couples in Essex, Clinton, St. Lawrence, and other North Country counties, where in-person divorce mediation services are scarce.
"Divorce mediation shouldn't depend on your zip code," said Debra Whitson, Founder and Lead Mediator at Mediated Online Solutions, LLC. "Every county in New York now has the same access to professional, affordable divorce mediation that used to be available only in the state's largest cities."
Where Mediated Online Solutions, LLC Provides Divorce Mediation
Mediated Online Solutions, LLC provides divorce mediation services throughout New York State, including:
New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn/Kings County, Queens, the Bronx)
Long Island (Nassau and Suffolk Counties)
Westchester County
Albany and the Capital Region (Saratoga Springs, Schenectady, Troy, Colonie, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta)
Western New York (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, Niagara Falls)
The North Country and Adirondack region (Elizabethtown, Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake, Malone, Clinton County, Essex County, and St. Lawrence County)
...and all other counties statewide.
Why It Matters: Divorce Mediation Access Across New York
Divorce mediation is a cooperative process in which a trained, neutral mediator, rather than a judge, helps both spouses reach fair agreements on property division, parenting time, child support, and other key issues. Couples who choose a New York divorce mediator over traditional litigation typically save significant time and money while keeping their personal matters private and out of public court records.
Until now, that option has been concentrated in and around major metro areas. Mediated Online Solutions, LLC’s virtual-first model changes that. Now, any New York resident searching for a “divorce mediator near me” regardless of which county they live in, has the ability to work with an experienced New York divorce mediation team from home, on a schedule that fits their life.
New York Divorce Mediators Providing Flexible Availability
Because divorce mediation sessions are conducted entirely online, a New York divorce mediator from Mediated Online Solutions, LLC can meet with clients outside standard business hours, accommodating work schedules, childcare needs, and time zone differences for clients connecting from anywhere in the state or the country. New clients can typically schedule an initial consultation with a divorce mediator within days rather than weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is divorce mediation?
Divorce mediation is a structured, cooperative process where a neutral mediator helps a couple negotiate the terms of their divorce, including property, custody, and finances, without going to court.
How much does a New York divorce mediator cost compared to a divorce attorney?
Because both spouses share a single neutral divorce mediator instead of hiring separate attorneys, divorce mediation typically costs a fraction of traditional litigation, though final cost depends on the number of sessions and complexity of the case.
Is virtual divorce mediation legally valid in New York?
Yes. Agreements reached through virtual divorce mediation are drafted for legal review and can be filed the same as agreements reached in person.
About Mediated Online Solutions, LLC
Mediated Online Solutions, LLC delivers 100% virtual divorce mediation and family mediation services throughout New York State. These offerings include divorce mediation, family mediation, and child custody mediation tailored for married couples, unmarried co-parents, blended families, LGBTQ+ couples, and high-net-worth clients looking for a private, efficient process. Services are available statewide, in all 62 New York counties, provided by a team of trained divorce mediators who guide clients through a structured process, from initial consultation through agreement drafting, resulting in a written settlement ready for legal review and filing.
Mediated Online Solutions, LLC was founded by Debra Whitson, a New York attorney with more than 26 years of experience in family law alongside John J. Haverlick, LCSWR, a licensed clinical social worker with over five decades of experience. Drawing on both legal knowledge and clinical insight, Whitson and Haverlick guide and mentor their team of mediators. Their approach helps New Yorkers settle divorce and family conflicts fairly, cost-effectively, and respectfully without ever stepping into a courtroom.