Divorce mediation: a smarter way to protect your wealth

Divorce mediation as a cost-effective alternative

If you're considering divorce and feeling overwhelmed by the emotional and financial toll it might take—you're not alone. Many couples worry about losing control of their financial stability, their future, and their peace of mind.

The truth is, the traditional divorce process where a divorcing couple hires separate lawyers often results in skyrocketing legal fees, delayed timelines, and added stress. High-net-worth couples can easily spend over half a million dollars just trying to resolve their divorce through opposing lawyers.

Fairway Divorce Solutions offers a smarter, faster, and more predictable alternative. Instead of navigating a legal process built on conflict and reaction, Fairway guides couples through a structured, cost-effective process. You pay one fixed fee, and a resolution typically reached within 120 days of financial disclosure.

Avoiding financial pitfalls in divorce

It’s natural to want to “just get it over with,” but quick decisions without full financial clarity can lead to big mistakes. You might agree to sell a property at the wrong time, or perhaps agree to trade assets that may look equal on paper but have very different long-term consequences.

Divorce mediation slows down the rush and creates space for clear thinking. With Fairway, both partners are supported by Chartered Financial Divorce Specialists or Certified Divorce Financial Analysts who help uncover the full picture—valuing everything from business interests and pensions to properties and investments.

Rather than forcing one-size-fits-all outcomes, the mediation process allows you to create fair and flexible solutions tailored to your unique situation.

Understanding the Fairway Financial Pie™ disclosure

A fair divorce settlement starts with complete and accurate information. That’s why our divorce mediation service is anchored by the Fairway Financial Pie™ Disclosure—a critical step that makes sure both parties are fully informed before any financial decisions are made.

During this stage, you’ll gather all relevant financial details—bank statements, business records, liabilities, investments, and even premarital assets. All of this data becomes your “Financial Pie”—a clear, comprehensive snapshot of your total financial situation.

As financial experts, we use proven processes to ensure transparency and build trust in the disclosure process. Each spouse participates equally. Whether your finances are straightforward or involve complex business structures and trusts, we’ll guide you through it with clarity and confidence.

Why does it matter? Because assigning accurate values to every asset and liability upfront significantly reduces conflict or dispute later. In traditional divorces, there’s often a temptation to overstate or undervalue assets for leverage during the divorce negotiations. Our fact-based, transparent process helps prevent that—ensuring fairness and laying the groundwork for practical, equitable outcomes.

Mediation for high-net-worth individuals

High-net-worth divorces come with added complexity. Lawyers are trained in the law—they are often not experts in financial planning, tax implications, or asset preservation.

At Fairway, we specialize in navigating financial complexity. Whether you’re dividing real estate, valuing a family business, or planning for retirement, our mediators help you make informed decisions that protect your long-term financial health.

We’ve helped thousands of financially complex families reach fair agreements without drawn-out disputes, unnecessary conflict, or surprise costs. Our goal is to preserve your net worth, not fight over it.

Maintaining control over your financial decisions

What most couples want is simple: a fair outcome and a stable financial future. But when you go through traditional systems, you lose control—and suddenly your future is in someone else’s hands.

Our unique Independently Negotiated Resolution™ process gives that control back to you. You’ll work privately with your own divorce mediator to think through your needs and priorities, then come together to finalize your agreement. That means fewer arguments, less stress, and outcomes that actually work in real life.

You’ll also be able to structure agreements based on real scenarios—like holding off on selling a home, structuring payments over time, or preserving investment value until the timing is right.

The Fairway Method™: wealth protection by design

Divorce is hard enough without hidden costs or unnecessary conflict. That’s why Fairway Divorce Solutions designed The Fairway Method™ that prioritizes your time, your money, and your well-being.

Here’s how it works:

Fixed Fee Model: Know your total cost upfront with no surprises or hourly billing.

120-Day Resolution: Our proven process resolves most separations within four months after financial disclosure.

Financial Specialists: We help navigate complex asset division with certified experts.

Parenting Plans: Our Nurtured Children’s Plan™ protects your children through every step.

Stress Reduction: You’ll work separately, reducing emotional conflict while staying in control of key decisions.

As of 2025, this process has helped over 7,000 Canadian families avoid court drama and preserve more than just their wealth—it’s protected their peace of mind, their relationships, and their futures.

Real-life examples of preserving wealth through through the divorce mediation process

These are real stories of couples who chose clarity and cooperation over confusion and conflict.

One divorcing couple had multiple properties, including a vacation home. Instead of fighting over it or rushing to sell, they agreed to hold it jointly for two more years. They wanted to allow their children to keep making memories, and it allowed them to hold off on selling until market conditions improved.

Another couple owned a consulting business together. Our divorce mediation services allowed them to develop a buyout plan that preserved the company, maintained staff continuity, and enabled both individuals to pursue independent financial paths without damaging the business.

These outcomes are not lucky exceptions. They’re the result of a process that works.

Divorce doesn’t have to cost you everything

You may be feeling like there’s too much at stake—your kids, your money, your future. But the truth is: you don’t have to choose between fairness and stability. With the right process, you can have both.

At Fairway Divorce Solutions, we help couples like you separate in months, not years, without losing control or breaking the bank. Our method is built to protect what matters most: your children, your assets, and your emotional well-being.

You don’t have to do this the hard way. You just need the right support.

Frequently asked questions

How does mediation save money during divorce?

Mediation involves working with one trained mediator instead of each spouse hiring a family lawyer and suffering the consequences of the back-and-forth. This dramatically reduces communication costs, avoids delays, and helps couples resolve their divorce faster—often at a flat fee.

Is mediation suitable for high-net-worth couples?

Yes. Mediation with financial specialists is ideal for complex asset portfolios. Fairway Divorce Solutions includes accurate valuations, financial planning, and flexible agreements that protect both parties’ long-term interests.

Can I still have control over decisions in mediation?

Absolutely. Our divorce mediation service allows both parties to decide how to divide assets, structure support, and plan for the future, without leaving decisions to a third party. You maintain full ownership of the outcomes of each mediation session

What makes Fairway Divorce Solutions different from other mediators?

Fairway offers a flat fee, resolution within 120 days, and a financial-first approach. Their process includes financial and parenting specialists to ensure comprehensive, fair, and future-proof outcomes.

Are there real examples of mediation preserving wealth?

Yes. Clients have retained business ownership, avoided rushed asset sales, and created phased financial agreements that preserved stability and minimized tax consequences—all through our divorce mediation services.